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Covid Triggered Digital Transformation, But Was It Really Transformative?

The Horizons Tracker

The study also revealed innovations in non-technical fields, such as the introduction of new management practices and business models. Early adoption. While these innovations could be regarded as reactionary and short-term, the firms themselves believe they will endure post-pandemic. Return on investment.

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Leading Through Change: 4 Practical Tips To Help Your Team Embrace a New Idea

Let's Grow Leaders

Look for people on your team (including support team members like HR, Finance, and project managers) who really understand what you’re doing. Leading Through Change Pro Tip: The “Diffusion of Innovations” is another time-tested organizational development theory that has been central to my work with teams for decades.

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How Developing Countries Can Benefit From Green Technologies

The Horizons Tracker

According to UNCTAD’s Technology and Innovation Report 2023 , there is a risk of increased economic inequality as developed countries are likely to benefit the most from green technologies, including artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things, and electric vehicles.

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Exploring the Economic Benefits of Investing in Renewable Energy Systems

Strategy Driven

Early adopters of renewable energy infrastructure can enjoy a competitive edge, cutting down on operational costs while supporting sustainable practices. This economic shift is especially relevant in regions with high energy import costs, where renewable energy can significantly reduce national expenditure on energy imports.

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The Slow Progress Being Made With AI In The UK

The Horizons Tracker

Countries across EMEA, including the UK, are lagging behind in AI and ML implementation, which can be hindering their competitive edge and innovation,” the authors say. The data reveals that UK organisations see AI and ML potential in a variety of business units, including IT (37%), finance (31%), operations (29%), and marketing (25%).

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To Innovate, Think Like a 19th-Century Barn Raiser

Harvard Business Review

Ask people who have participated in the platform, and they will tell you that the community they built in the process of Kickstarting turned out to be more valuable than the financing they received.

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Increase Your Company's Productivity With Social Media

Harvard Business Review

Here's how they did it, and how they're using social media tools to become more agile, to share knowledge, and to increase the speed of innovation. Senior executives studied the early adopters and tracked adoption rates in monthly meetings. Unisys CEO Ed Coleman addressed this through leading by example.

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