Canon’s Strategic Evolution: Beyond Cameras, Embracing the Imaging Ecosystem
The company is evolving beyond its traditional identity to become a “comprehensive imaging solutions provider” through a remarkable breakthrough in developing a terahertz semiconductor Canon – ranked first among Japanese companies for 19 consecutive years in patents – has achieved a remarkable breakthrough in developing a terahertz semiconductor. While Canon’s legacy lies in its […]
How Relevant is Performance Appraisal in the Modern Workplace? – Part II
The fairness, transparency, and legal compliance associated with performance appraisal contribute to a positive work environment. Here’s a look at how organisations can address these sensitive issues and remain free of biases. So far, we have discussed how performance appraisal remains highly relevant in the modern workplace due to its significant benefits. As the […]
How AI Is Redefining Data Careers
Professionally working alongside AI is the future and, rather than being supplanted, the data professionals of tomorrow will be AI-augmented – not automated away! We are in the midst of an artificial intelligence (AI) revolution that is transforming enterprise data strategies across multiple roles. As AI models require vast training datasets for accuracy, companies […]
Foundation Models: Revolutionising Machine Learning and AI Applications
Foundation models are a cornerstone of the AI ecosystem. While challenges persist, the continued advancement and refinement of foundation models promise to unlock new frontiers in AI innovation, shaping the trajectory of technological progress in the years to come. Foundation models (FMs) represent a groundbreaking advancement in the field of machine learning (ML), offering […]
A Big Shift from Jobs to Skills
The latest World Economic Forum Future of Jobs report forecasts that 44% of core skills will be disrupted by 2027 and 60% of all professionals will need to be retrained As the headlines scream of massive job losses, sharply reduced hiring numbers, and an unprecedented churn of human resources, it reveals a tectonic skill […]
Climate Change Mitigation Presents Growing Career Opportunities
For young people concerned about environment, it is personally meaningful that the drive toward a decarbonised economy provides chances to pursue one’s career while working toward climate solutions The worsening climate crisis and rapid growth of clean technologies are creating many new career opportunities. A PwC report finds that climate tech’s share of private […]
Generative AI: Innovating in the Energy and Materials Sector
The advent of generative AI heralds a new frontier of possibilities for the energy and materials sector. As executives navigate the complexities of implementation, the focus must shift from merely applying generative AI to delivering transformational value. By embracing a strategic and measured approach, organisations can harness their full potential, driving innovation, efficiency, and competitiveness. […]
New AI Technique Allows Robots to Generate Their Own Expressive Behaviours
Integrating large language models into robotic systems could greatly expand how adaptable, useful and perhaps even caring machines can become in the future People employ expressive behaviours to effectively communicate and coordinate their actions with others, such as nodding to acknowledge a person glancing at them or saying “excuse me” to pass people in […]
What Makes Businesses Special?
In a world where strategic planning often becomes a ritualistic exercise, the call for strategy therapy resonates as a transformative approach. Asking hard questions can uncover the true essence of a company and the strategic choices that define its future. The annual strategic planning process is often perceived as a grand spectacle within companies, […]
Can Technology Replace the Leader? – Part II
AI may not replace them yet, but Leaders who embrace technology while retaining their core competencies will be better equipped to navigate the complexities of the modern world and drive meaningful change. While technology has undoubtedly reshaped the leadership landscape, certain skills and qualities such as adaptability, relationship building, ethical decision-making, visionary thinking, and […]