The World of AI – How Countries Stack Up
HBR ranking reveals that the race for AI leadership is not just about technology but also about regulations, investments, talent, diversity, and digital foundations The grip artificial intelligence has gained over humanity in 2023 – orat least the increase in conversations about whether it will be a force for revolutionary good or apocalyptic destruction […]
The Power of Solitude: How Business Leaders Can Recharge and Boost Efficiency – Part II
Taking time off for solitude is not selfish; rather it is an essential practice for self-care and effective leadership How can business leaders incorporate solitude into their busy schedules? Incorporating solitude into a busy schedule can be challenging for business leaders, but with conscious effort and planning, it is achievable. Here are some strategies […]
The Evolving Role of HR Professionals in a Dynamic Business Landscape
Rather than rendering HR obsolete, the rapid changes have highlighted the need to embrace agility and equip them with the right tools to support their organisations effectively In recent years, the field of HR and talent management has undergone significant transformations driven by global events. As organisations adapted their talent acquisition strategies and made […]
The AI Investment Boom: Patience Required for Transformation
Contrary to expectations, global investment in information technologies, a crucial component for AI integration, is not experiencing a surge. In the third quarter of 2023, American firms’ investment in ‘information-processing equipment and software’ actually fell by 0.4% year on year. Artificial intelligence (AI) has long been hailed as the transformative force poised to revolutionise […]
Igniting Innovation: Rekindling the Boardroom Spark
As the global strategic environment evolves, boards that embrace intentional leadership and engagement are poised to make a significant impact on their organisations. Read on to know more: Disruptions of recent years, exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, supply chain issues, cyber threats, and rapid technological advancements, have propelled the role of boards in overseeing […]
2024 Outlook: Ideas that Will Change the World
The year 2023 brought forth many firsts — from India’s tenure at the G20 table to the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) blazing a trail on the Moon’s South Pole. More and more companies began mandating their employees to work from the office for specific days every week. With the growth story remaining robust, […]
The $18 Trillion Net-Zero Capital Gap
The colossal capital demands of the energy transition underscore the necessity for both companies and policymakers to adopt robust and innovative approaches In their recent analysis, the Boston Consulting Group’s Center for Energy Impact shed light on the global energy sector’s journey towards achieving net-zero emissions by 2030. The findings reveal a substantial challenge […]
Exploring the Consciousness of Generative AI – Part II
The disparity between the underlying mechanisms of generative AI and the subjective experience of consciousness is still too wide to ignore. Here’s the concluding part. The debate on AI consciousness becomes more contentious if we consider the fact that generative AI systems operate based on algorithms and computational processes. They lack the biological and physical […]
How Google Missed the LLM Bus
Nevertheless, the race is still far from over as nimble startups grab mindshare, resources, talent, and early revenues built on Google’s own innovations In the world of innovation, Kodak, a.k.a Big Yellow, is often referred to by management students, as a cautionary tale of how a company overlooked its own milestone innovation in coming […]
Hybrids, Salt, Redefine the EV Market – Part I
As the EV sector grapples with an unanticipated downturn, cost-effective and efficient emerging technologies can potentially reshape the future of electric mobility In recent weeks, the global electric vehicle (EV) market, long dominated by the allure of lithium-ion batteries, has been jolted by a series of unexpected developments. Toyota, a steadfast proponent of hybrid technology, […]