AI needs to be tied to strategy
From Hype to High Impact In the dynamic realm of technology, the temptation to incorporate the latest innovations can sometimes eclipse the foundational principles of an organization. One startup’s experience with AI integration stands as a case in point. The Temptation of the Novel Like numerous startups, Gigasheet, a web-based, no-code big data spreadsheet tool, […]
The Future of Audiobooks: AI Takes the Mic
Audiobooks have become increasingly popular, with platforms like Spotify even creating dedicated spaces for them. But recording an audiobook is a challenging endeavor, even for seasoned voice actors. Enter the world of AI. Researchers from MIT and Microsoft are collaborating with Project Gutenberg, the world’s largest repository of open-license ebooks, to produce 5,000 AI-narrated audiobooks. […]
Visa launches $100 mln venture fund for generative AI startups
Visa unveiled a $100 million venture fund dedicated to generative AI startups, marking its entry into a rapidly growing sector that has attracted numerous investors this year. “While much of generative AI so far has been focused on tasks and content creation, this technology… will also meaningfully change commerce in ways we need to understand,” […]
Morgan Stanley is taking its AI @ Morgan Stanley Assistant fully live for all financial advisors
“Generative AI will revolutionize client interactions, bring new efficiencies to advisor practices, and ultimately help free up time to do what you do best: serve your clients.” -Morgan Stanley co-President Andy Saperstein Morgan Stanley is taking its AI @ Morgan Stanley Assistant fully live for all financial advisors. The tool provides financial advisors rapid entry […]
Happy National Cheeseburger Day!
Some food for thought on the future of fast food in the era of AI: ➡Personalized Experiences : AI algorithms are delving deep into customer preferences and buying patterns to offer personalized recommendations, enhancing the customer experience and boosting sales. ➡Automated Ordering and Delivery : From chatbots taking your orders to robots delivering your cheeseburgers, […]
Deep in the Heart of Texas a Forecast Emerges for Corporate Travel
Last week I was deep in the heart of (Dallas) Texas and had the incredible honor to take the stage in front of a packed house at GBTA Convention 2023. This year’s conference was incredible! You might even say it was ten-gallon hat BIG! The event drew a massive crowd of over 5200 attendees representing 58 different […]
A 5G-enabled rail terminal in Hungary points to the future of logistics
Technology is transforming logistics and transportation in stunning ways. Did you know human reaction time is around 100 milliseconds? And prior to 5G, the best we could hope for from a wireless network was around 200 milliseconds of latency. Fast, but not fast enough for remote operators who are working with millimeters of precision. But […]
The Human Side of Tech: How HR Leaders Can Drive Innovation and Disrupt Tradition
Last week, I found myself in Nashville. Sadly, it wasn’t to see Taylor Swift live, but for something equally inspiring: the Unleash HR Summit, a hub for HR innovation. At the event, I reconnected with Dirk Beveridge, whose work transforming legacy distributors into agile, innovative leaders has been nothing short of remarkable. Seeing him bring […]
Lessons in Leadership for the Insurance Industry
This week, I took the stage in Neenah, Wisconsin, joining nearly 200 leaders of SECURA Insurance. In my keynote, I discussed the ongoing shift from digitization to ‘data’fication, what that means for the future of the insurance industry, and how this shift is creating new opportunities for insurers to better serve their customers. In addition […]
The Lifeblood of Well-Functioning Teams: Why Team Trust is Everything
Team trust is the lifeblood of any well-functioning team, but a lack of it may be holding back organizations in today’s hybrid work environments. Building it is now more critical than ever for leaders and managers who want to see their teams thrive, no matter where they are located. Recent headlines have been filled with news […]