9 Best Career Options in Data Science for 2023
One of the lucrative and in-demand professions for qualified experts is data science. Although a job in data science is fulfilling and lucrative, getting started is not that easy. It is not necessary to have a master’s or bachelor’s degree to work in data science. One requires the proper skill set and expertise. You need […]
Of inflation, recession, and rate hikes
As the global economy approaches recession with cuts to GDP forecasts across the board, central banks and governments must now grapple between rising inflationary pressures – several-decades-high inflation in some economies – and a major slowdown in growth The International Monetary Fund’s October update finds that “global growth is forecast to slow from 6.0 percent […]
Productivity paranoia creates new tensions in the workplace
In a challenging business environment where employees would rather quit than return to office, leaders must balance employee interests with organisational success From firing employees for moonlighting, to announcing 100% variable payment to majority of its employees, or creating a platform for gig working, the Indian IT industry is continuing to roll-out and roll-back new […]
The State of Indian Private Equity
“2021 was a milestone year for India, and a slight moderation should be anticipated as the market looks to consolidate the year’s wins and step into a new phase, with higher deal values and wider exit opportunities supported by a larger pool of quality assets.” – Bain & Co. The following is an excerpt from […]
Sharpening a technology edge – Part 1
Part 1 While negative business trends as a fallout from the pandemic will continue for years to come, we must leverage emerging technologies to navigate such uncertainties It has been over two years since the pandemic created an unparalleled turbulence in our lives. Just when things were about to normalise, the world was engulfedin a […]
Indian startups see salary normalisation
The latest RazorpayX Payroll Report reveals the ambivalence faced by start-ups as CXO hiring’s are cut and gig-workers encouraged – while tech rules as ever There has been a perceptible shift, of late, in the way Indian start-ups regarded hiring and remuneration. This change has markedly revealed itself in the last one-year period, as India […]
Marketing with ML – Part I
Part 1: Uplifts, Recurring Purchases and Starbucks The evolving role of machine learning in marketing is transforming how businesses work – it is now an indispensable tool in remaining competitive. In 2019, American bank JP Morgan Chasepartnered with AI-powered text generator Persado in a five-year deal to improve its marketing copies. In its pilot program, […]
Big Tech builds on core strength for Metaverse play
Gaming is a key focus as big tech players expand virtual content to attract consumers to metaverse platforms Big tech companies are largely entering the metaverse by expanding on core products and business units instead of building entirely new ones – according to new research from CB Insights. Semiconductor company Qualcomm is developing chips for […]
Marketing with ML – Part II
Part 2: Churn Rates, Dynamic Pricing and Customer Analysis The evolving role of machine learning in marketing is transforming how businesses work – it is now an indispensable tool in remaining competitive. Here’s the second part: Consider the case of US e-commerce giant Ebay: To engage with its millions of subscribers, the company has to […]
Forensic and employment verification agencies to curb moonlighting
However, the debate is wide open and there is still no clear consensus on which side to take asrecruiters and legal experts themselves stand divided The pandemic threat is now gradually receding, and life is trying to resume its normal rhythm. But it’s still not business-as-usual for the IT industry, which is witnessing an unprecedented […]