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The question over whether to allow employees to work from home has been settled. Here’s the new normal.
This article discusses the recent announcement by Mike Hopkins, the senior vice president of Prime Video and Amazon Studios, regarding Amazon’s mandate for employees to work in the office rather than from home. Hopkins claimed that working in the office is better without providing any data to back up his statement, relying instead on personal… Continue reading
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The Game-Changing Impact of AI
In 2024, artificial intelligence (AI) is expected to have a significant impact on various sectors. In healthcare, AI is being used to develop predictive models for disease diagnosis and personalized treatment plans. In the financial sector, AI algorithms are being implemented for fraud detection and risk assessment. In education, AI is being used to personalize… Continue reading
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The Rise of Edge Computing
This article discusses the rise of edge computing and its impact on data processing. Edge computing involves processing data locally on devices or edge servers, which reduces latency and enhances real-time processing capabilities. The benefits of edge computing include enhanced real-time processing, improved bandwidth efficiency, and improved data privacy and security. Edge computing can be… Continue reading
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“Advancing AI: Human-like Reasoning & Decision-Making”
This article discusses the development of an AI Inference System that aims to replicate human-like reasoning and decision-making. The system utilizes the Q* Algorithm to enhance the efficiency of searching within a logical inference system, prioritizing the most promising paths and increasing the speed and accuracy of problem resolution. The article also highlights the usefulness… Continue reading
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Accenture’s Manish Sharma says those who don’t go all-in on GenAI this year risk falling behind their rivals as it’s set to impact 40% of working hours
Accenture’s CEO of North America, Manish Sharma, believes that companies who do not fully embrace and invest in artificial intelligence (AI) technologies risk falling behind their competitors. Accenture itself is in the process of investing $3 billion over three years to expand its AI capabilities. Sharma highlights the potential impact of large language models like… Continue reading
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Organizations that follow a progression of steps to achieve digital excellence may see improvements in effectiveness, productivity, performance, and more.
The article discusses the steps organizations can take to achieve excellence in digital delivery and maximize performance outcomes. The research, conducted by McKinsey, collected data from over 1,700 teams in various industries across the globe. The article identifies 19 capabilities grouped into five categories: strategy, structure, people practices and culture, process, and technology. These capabilities… Continue reading
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Learn how to engage consumers, influence decisions and create brand loyalty.
This article highlights the importance of data storytelling for marketers to effectively engage consumers and influence their decisions. Data storytelling involves presenting complex information in a relatable and compelling format. It helps in creating brand loyalty and increasing conversions. The article promotes a 20-minute data storytelling masterclass by experts from Marigold, aiming to teach marketers… Continue reading
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Previous research by International Labour Organisation shows that various jobs will likely be replaced rather than improved by AI.
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned that the increasing use of artificial intelligence (AI) could exacerbate income inequality on a global scale. The adoption of AI is likely to reduce labour demand and wages for workers in sectors that are not highly augmentable by AI, pushing them towards poverty. On the other hand, tech-savvy… Continue reading
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Revolutionizing Academia: AI Tools
This article highlights several AI tools that are reshaping the landscape of academia. Wordvice AI Writing Assistant offers real-time enhancements and feedback on grammar and style, as well as paraphrasing and summarizing tools. ChatGPT provides support for data retrieval, literature reviews, and idea generation. Typeset.io streamlines the writing and publishing process with predefined templates and… Continue reading
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Leaders are in a losing battle with their employees over office attendance.
Leaders are in a losing battle with their employees over office attendance. Corporate leaders and their employees are in a fight for the soul of the workplace. For many of us, the outcome will define our work life for decades. https://www.usnews.com/opinion/articles/2023-10-03/it-is-time-to-end-the-war-on-remote-work Continue reading
About Me
Digital transformation, including agile and devops, across many industries, most recently in higher education. Designed and built the Emory faculty information system. Working in continuing education to improve and expand career-focused learning, esp. in workforce development. Expanding the role of innovation and entrepreneurship. Designed, built, and launched the Emory Center for Innovation.
Recent Posts
- Balancing Values and Revenue: Lessons from Parting Ways with a Major Client
- Disrupting the Bitterness Loop: Understanding and Overcoming the Cycle of Entitlement and Resentment
- Flipped Classrooms: Small Gains with Significant Effort – An Analytical Review
- Overcoming “Work About Work”: Strategies for Enhancing Productivity and Efficiency
- The Future of Hiring: Why AI Skills Are Outpacing Industry Experience
Favorite sites
- Daring Fireball
Favorite podcasts
- Manager Tools