When your company’s computer systems are hacked, the chances are that some of the stolen data will end up for sale on the dark web. No business, large or small, can afford to look away. The dark web has multiple identities. Parts of this vast information and communications universe are relatively benign. Some inhabitants might […]
It’s been an eventful year so far at Act-On. We’ve hired a ton of people, experienced exciting transitions, felt growing pains, and seen the benefit of dedicated teamwork as our strategies come to life and take shape with tangible progress. Of course, you need clear and meaningful strategy and business objectives to drive such a […]
Political, social and technological disruptions are set to shake up the business world more than ever over the next 12 months, putting increased pressure on the decision-making capabilities of the CEO.
Activist investors have been in the news recently, with Edward Bramson’s activist investment fund making it clear that as one of Barclays’ biggest shareholders, it wants to have a say in future strategy and in appointing a new chairman.
We have heard these things many times: “it is all about the network” and “who you know matters more than what you know.” In today’s professional world, networking is the most important skill. People who can develop, scale, maintain and leverage a meaningful network are in short supply. Whether you are in sales, consulting, or […]
Companies with overseas investors or seeking overseas investment and which, therefore, need to present their opportunity on a multi-lingual basis should consider adopting a transcreation rather than a translation strategy for the shareholders communication and external facing financial documents. This is how Managing Director at Asian Absolute, Julie Giguere puts it, as she explains to […]
Your favourite film was released when you were 15. The same goes for books. Games. Films. Well, statistically, anyway. It’s been found that, if you’re of a certain age, you’ll remember things like Biff from Back to the Future, but won’t remember last summer’s smash hit. Why? Because change scares us. Intuitively, we know that […]
Prevailing wisdom holds that banks are officious and sluggish, while tech startups are quick and nimble. The two business models–and those who work within them–have little in common. Prevailing wisdom is wrong: in reality, the skills necessary to be successful in both spaces often overlap. Last year, after 15 years at Morgan Stanley, I made […]
China’s recent announcement to actively explore the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in foreign diplomacy, which forms part of its strategy to be the world leader in AI technology by 2030, marks the first time in modern history that the country will not be playing technological catch up to the Western world, says GlobalData. Of […]
Businesses can learn a key marketing lesson from the TV oldies, according to a prominent audio branding expert. A study conducted by PHMG has found Brits consider Dad’s Army and Doctor Who as TV’s most memorable theme tunes, highlighting the enduring appeal of a strong, appropriate audio brand. Both shows received 12% of the vote […]
Leadership is something we practice in different moments of our careers: whether you are heading up a project, leading a team or becoming a manager. Below Luis Alvarez Satorre, author of Becoming a 3D CEO explains his thoughts on the three dimensions of leadership. I have found that, to be successful, you should master a […]
Digital innovation has become one of the bywords of the modern age.The seemingly relentless advance of new digital technologies is helping drive both economic and behavioural changes, while overhauling strategy and business models across industries. So how can businesses bridge the gap between innovation and execution? Professor Feng Li, PhD, FBAM, Head of Technology and […]
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