The Horizons Tracker

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

The economic literature has provided abundant evidence on how firm innovation, digitalization, and automation affect employment dynamics, yielding different and sometimes controversial conclusions. Technological innovation impacts individuals, occupations, industries, and regions in varying ways.

Technology 64

Technology Innovation Survey Education 64

Leading Blog

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

For the past 15 years, he has been designing learning experiences for tech companies, schools, and nonprofits, exploring innovation, education, management, and personal growth. He has worked with executives from companies such as Google, Salesforce, Superhuman, TikTok, and Roper Technologies.

Rogers 304

Rogers Simon Stress Learning-by-Doing 304

N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 3, 2021

Today I will share my thoughts on our youth and their relationship with technology and its potential impact on the future C-Suite. Ubiquitous online access and dependence on digital platforms for real-time information, both professionally and recreationally, has accelerated innovation in leveraging and utilizing technology.

Core Competence 370

Core Competence Leadership Technology Agility 370

Leading Blog

DECEMBER 17, 2018

As I watched the documentary, I was struck by how closely the story mirrored case studies from the business world, and how perfectly it illustrated the points I try to emphasize in the leadership and innovation class I teach at MIT. In fact, an original, revolutionary vision isn’t innovation at all (and it certainly isn’t leadership).

Innovation 322

Innovation Film Leadership Engineering 322

Lead Change Blog

JUNE 13, 2018

We all know that companies compete fiercely to stay ahead of the technological curve. Unfortunately, it appears educational institutions are lagging behind. Students find incredible new motivation, connecting dots from the classroom to real world experiences, all the while learning new technological skills. A win for the cities.

Education 184

Education Mentor Short-term Project 184

Great Results Team Building

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

They came of age during the early technological revolution, making them adept at using email and other digital tools. Implement Reverse Mentoring : In addition to traditional mentorship, leaders should consider reverse mentoring, where younger employees mentor older ones, particularly on technology and modern workplace trends.

Mentor 173

Mentor Team Building Teamwork Diversity 173

N2Growth Blog

MAY 12, 2023

Insights and Strategies for Healthcare Leaders to Drive Innovation, Integration, and Success in a Rapidly Evolving Industry. As the healthcare industry continues to undergo rapid changes, driven by advancements in technology and evolving patient needs, it is crucial for healthcare organizations to stay ahead of the curve.

Case Study 396

Case Study Technology Policies Execution 396

N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 23, 2023

With the constant advancements in technology and research, businesses in this sector require leaders who possess a deep understanding of the scientific landscape and the business acumen to drive growth and innovation. The life sciences industry is known for its unique challenges in recruiting and hiring.

Execution 446

Execution Strategy Compliance Industry 446

N2Growth Blog

JUNE 6, 2024

Extensive networks, data streams, and state-of-the-art digital technologies are increasingly becoming the foundation of modern operational strategies. The rapid development and widespread adoption of new technologies present both opportunities and challenges for leaders to manage.

Disruptive Innovation 259

Disruptive Innovation Strategic Planning Supply Chain Contingency Plans 259

N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 15, 2024

In addition to protecting the organization from cyber threats, this senior executive now plays a strategic role in ensuring that data assets and technologies are well-protected while supporting business innovation and growth. Adding to the complexity is the explosion of data, which has significantly increased the risk of breaches.

Information 354

Information Compliance Long-term Technology 354

Leading Blog

MAY 6, 2024

Just as email transformed communication and iPhones and apps created widespread connectivity, AI is reshaping everything from healthcare to education to manufacturing to travel. They are now working smarter, not harder. In time, no industry will remain untouched. This information guides retailers to align their offerings with emerging trends.

Retail 422

Retail Trends Operations Brainstorming 422

N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 15, 2024

Defining the Role of a University President A university president’s role is complex and multifaceted, demanding a unique blend of skills to successfully lead an institution of higher education. This means developing a mission and long-term plan that not only addresses current educational landscapes but also anticipates future trends.

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Committee Education Diversity Trends 312

The Horizons Tracker

APRIL 5, 2022

A paper published last year from the University of Johannesburg highlights the growing use of chatbots in higher education, whether to support teaching, perform administrative tasks, or help students with their research. The post How Chatbots Can Support University Education first appeared on The Horizons Tracker. Increasing capacity.

Education 135

Education Early Adopters Ethics Technology 135

Leading Blog

JANUARY 9, 2019

And technology? This young continent, with a median age of around twenty, is an eager adopter and innovator in all things digital and mobile.” billion-person market in the midst of an historic economic acceleration, it has a huge unfulfilled demand, making it ripe for entrepreneurship and innovation at scale. Turnover is high.

How To 308

How To Long-term Short-term Business Model 308

N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Invest in Ethical Leadership Training: Ongoing education ensures that directors have the tools to lead with integrity. Drive Innovation: Foster a culture that embraces change and adaptability. A culture of trust and respect allows board members to share ideas, challenge assumptions, and innovate freely.

Ethics 349

Ethics Groupthink Guidelines Agility 349

Lead Change Blog

NOVEMBER 16, 2015

We are pleased to congratulate Instigator Linda Freeman on receiving the Statewide Energy Innovator Award from ReThink Energy Florida. Educating Others. How Linda Innovates. Linda and her team have innovated through the application of everyday items and activities to provide clean energy where there were few other alternatives.

Education 150

Education Energy Project Engineering 150

The Horizons Tracker

AUGUST 19, 2021

The researchers analyzed applicants to the Postsecondary Innovation for Equity initiative , which is a grant competition run by the New Profit organization. The analysis revealed a tenuous connection between education and employment, which is undermining social mobility. Human capital development.

Education 141

Education Human Capital Skills Training 141

N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Additionally, due to the increasing use of technology and digital tools, the Chief Revenue Officer needs to harness data, AI, and other cutting-edge tech to boost performance and stay ahead of the competition. Outstanding CROs demonstrate a talent for innovation, change management, and strategic decision-making.

Strategy 391

Strategy Diversity Industry Tools 391

N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 23, 2018

Digital technology continues to transform both the retail and consumer experience. To stay competitive, brands must innovate and transform. That transformation requires adopting new digital technologies in every aspect of business — from product design and operations to customer service and marketing.

Strategy 210

Strategy Innovation Competitive Advantage Incubator 210

Leading Blog

FEBRUARY 14, 2020

Moving outside of these castles is the beginning of innovation. For example, “health is equated with hospitals, education with schoolhouses, news with newspapers, spirituality with the church, a city with city hall.” The same can be said of educational systems, city governments, and other institutions that we look to for answers.

Education 334

Education Health Care Insurance System 334

The Horizons Tracker

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Pirate innovators The report investigates how these informal disruptors transition to legality by formalizing their operations. It also examines how established firms can counter the threat of these innovators through collective lobbying and consumer education. ” .

Operations 60

Operations Innovation Company Disruptive Innovation 60

Lead Change Blog

JUNE 8, 2021

Educate your employees about the deprivations of needs. To cultivate human connection and a sense of trust, you need to replace bonding activities from office culture with innovative virtual bonding activities. Start with education about basic needs. Use this data to develop a baseline prior to doing the interventions below.

Bond 356

Bond Metrics Survey Video 356

N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Understanding the Importance of a University President Search A university president or chancellor search is a critical process that carries some of the farthest-reaching implications for the future of an educational institution. Operational realities, on the other hand, pertain to the practical aspects of running an organization of any size.

Operations 414

Operations Committee Constraint Education 414

N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

A successful executive understands the intricacies of the supply chain and leverages their expertise to drive innovation, reduce costs, and enhance organizational efficiency. A strategic-minded CPO deeply understands market trends, supplier dynamics, and emerging technologies.

Chief Procurement Officer 412

Chief Procurement Officer Supply Chain CPO Leadership 412

Lead Change Blog

NOVEMBER 1, 2017

Advances in technology have allowed countless individuals to pursue interests that extend beyond the standard classroom, on their own time, and often for little to no cost. When Alan (my co-founder) and I first founded our company Accredible , we noticed that neither education opportunities nor economic opportunities were meritocratic.

Execution 247

Execution Education Learning-by-Doing Technology 247

Leading Blog

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

How to Create a Permission Structure for Innovation by @ScottEblin. Education and the Restoration of Moral Agency by R.J. It’s Not Technology via @HarvardHBS. Leadership and a Quart of Bourbon a Day from @wallybock. Edelman Trust Report 2020: How To Build Greater Levels Of Trust from @JohnBaldoni. Want to understand someone?

Tips 312

Tips Morale Crisis CEO 312

Leading Blog

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

To stay relevant, we have to be able to excel cognitively, behaviorally, and emotionally in ways that technology can't. Humility—a deep regard for the dignity of others—is the key, says distinguished leadership educator Marilyn Gist. The Digital Age will raise the question of how we humans will stay relevant in the workplace.

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Books Meyer Leadership Learning-by-Doing 480

Leading Blog

AUGUST 1, 2019

Transforming Legacy Organizations : Turn your Established Business into an Innovation Champion to Win the Future by Kris Østergaard. Conventional business wisdom views innovation as the biggest advantage startups have over large, established organizations, often referred to as legacy organizations.

Books 54

Books Leadership Library Long-term 54

Great Leadership By Dan

SEPTEMBER 26, 2019

Guest post by Kris Oestergaard: Today, every business is looking to find ways to streamline its innovative abilities. Those successful in establishing a culture of innovation have addressed their organization’s “immune systems.” Organizational leaders need to address all three in order to transform into innovation champions.

System 161

System Innovation Restructuring Short-term 161

Terry Starbucker

MAY 18, 2014

Aaron is a globally recognized social entrepreneur and the CEO of Imperative , a technology platform that enables people to discover, connect and act on what gives them purpose in their work. Why purpose has to be an organizing principle for innovation and growth for today’s businesses.

Succession 278

Succession Globalization Entrepreneur Technology 278

Great Results Team Building

APRIL 1, 2025

coachable team can thrive in this environment,readily embracing new processes and technologies. Improved Problem-Solving: Coachable team members are more receptive to feedback and open to new approaches.This fosters a collaborative problem-solving environment,leading to more efficient and innovative solutions.

Process 130

Process Software Resistance Open-book 130

The Horizons Tracker

JUNE 21, 2021

ReInA (Rural European Innovation Area) aims to provide resources, attract investment, support startups, and ultimately create employment in rural communities. This, coupled with a decline in rural entrepreneurship is creating an innovation gap between urban and rural areas.

Innovation 141

Innovation Entrepreneur Information Quality 141

Leading Blog

SEPTEMBER 2, 2019

As a business, the challenge is how to best use this technology to promote ideas and products. As a consumer, the challenge is to understand how this technology is influencing us. A better understanding of what is actually behind the technology will help us to ask better questions and respond in a measured and responsible manner.

Brand 327

Brand Forrester Influence Advertising 327

N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

The CSO shapes business strategies that balance economic growth with ecological and social impact, turning sustainability into a powerful lever for innovation and brand strength. A forward-thinking CSO harnesses cutting-edge technologies like big data and AI to transform sustainability from a buzzword into actionable business intelligence.

Supply Chain 221

Supply Chain Reputation Long-term Trends 221

The Horizons Tracker

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Crowdsourcing educational projects is perhaps not what immediately comes to mind when one thinks of crowdfunding, but research from the University of Michigan highlights not only how popular it is but how effective it can be. Indeed, each funded educational project on the platform achieves up to a 1.6% increase in pupil performance. “We

Education 124

Education Project Learning-by-Doing System 124

The Horizons Tracker

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Talent Shortage in Healthcare The healthcare sector faces a significant talent shortage, particularly in emerging roles that require specialized skills in innovation, commercial strategies, and digital technologies. This report is a critical step in understanding the barriers to progress in Europes healthcare innovation sector.

Report 73

Report Outsourcing Diversity Innovation 73

Lead Change Blog

NOVEMBER 20, 2014

expat in Japan, crime scene investigation techniques, shopping habits based on currency exchange rates, and continuing education options in Manitoba. I go on vacation and end up with random information on commercial pool/spa management, the day-to-day work of a CDC epidemiologist, being a U.S. Why do I care?

Creativity 297

Creativity Idea Generation Follow-up Information 297