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Virtual certificates provide merchants with opportunities for increased exposure, repeat customers, and new prospects through a small fee, allowing the company to offer free account replenishment, unlimited transactions, and greater security without gateway fees for users. The document also includes organizational charts outlining the hierarchy and departments under the CEO, COO, CTO, CMO, and CFO as well as a development flow chart.
Our product is data collected through automated sensing from tablets placed on city streets to provide real-time insights. We are solving transportation and public health issues for cities through partnerships at a friendly price point. The company was founded by experts in urban planning, machine learning, and transportation and is advised by computer science researchers, with a team of 7 focusing on data collection through computer vision and sensors to benefit cities.
FitzyTV is an internet TV platform designed to help consumers watch & record all of their streaming TV channels across multiple services with our apps and Cloud DVR technology.
InnerTrends is a data science platform for SaaS that uncovers deep insights in customer onboarding, retention and engagement without the need of data scientists.
Meeteor is a social networking platform that connects users to people in their professional networks who can introduce them to others in companies and industries of interest. It maps users' extended networks to identify potential connections through multiple degrees of separation. The platform aims to help users efficiently find warm introductions for networking, career development or job searching. It plans to generate revenue through a freemium model with premium services, targeted advertising, licensing deals, and virtual goods. The founders are seeking $400,000 in funding to cover 18 months of operating expenses like salaries, design, legal fees, and more.
We are experiencing the dawn of a new era we called “collaborative disruption”. An exponential discontinuity unleashed by emerging technologies and cultures that link people and people, people and things, things and things. For this new age, we propose to organizations and businesses a radical provocative dictionary starting from these new concepts and practices: Platfirm, Markething, Algorhythm, Leadershift.
Virtual certificates provide merchants with opportunities for increased exposure, repeat customers, and new prospects through a small fee, allowing the company to offer free account replenishment, unlimited transactions, and greater security without gateway fees for users. The document also includes organizational charts outlining the hierarchy and departments under the CEO, COO, CTO, CMO, and CFO as well as a development flow chart.
Our product is data collected through automated sensing from tablets placed on city streets to provide real-time insights. We are solving transportation and public health issues for cities through partnerships at a friendly price point. The company was founded by experts in urban planning, machine learning, and transportation and is advised by computer science researchers, with a team of 7 focusing on data collection through computer vision and sensors to benefit cities.
FitzyTV is an internet TV platform designed to help consumers watch & record all of their streaming TV channels across multiple services with our apps and Cloud DVR technology.
InnerTrends is a data science platform for SaaS that uncovers deep insights in customer onboarding, retention and engagement without the need of data scientists.
Meeteor is a social networking platform that connects users to people in their professional networks who can introduce them to others in companies and industries of interest. It maps users' extended networks to identify potential connections through multiple degrees of separation. The platform aims to help users efficiently find warm introductions for networking, career development or job searching. It plans to generate revenue through a freemium model with premium services, targeted advertising, licensing deals, and virtual goods. The founders are seeking $400,000 in funding to cover 18 months of operating expenses like salaries, design, legal fees, and more.
We are experiencing the dawn of a new era we called “collaborative disruption”. An exponential discontinuity unleashed by emerging technologies and cultures that link people and people, people and things, things and things. For this new age, we propose to organizations and businesses a radical provocative dictionary starting from these new concepts and practices: Platfirm, Markething, Algorhythm, Leadershift.
Why CEOs don't get Technology, CIO conferencePeter Cosgrove
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Join Peter Mirus, a Build Consulting expert on technology project implementations at nonprofits, who will offer insights from his years of experience as a consultant, and answer participant questions on driving successful technology projects.
What you'll learn:
What does it mean for a project to be a "success?"
What are the key elements your organization needs to have in place?
What are the secrets of success that fail to get enough attention?
How can you help your nonprofit be in the 50% of tech projects that succeed?
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We at TBD Labs know two things about Creative Technologists.
1. They have a wealth of ability.
2. This wealth isn't well-understood.
This survey is our own geeky-way of broaching the problem. With over forty Creative Technologists responding, the results add clarity, but, more so, we hope it sparks conversation.
Please let us know what you think. We plan on making the survey an annual occurrence.
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What You Will Learn –
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Delve into the pros and cons of generative AI, exploring its potential benefits and drawbacks in various business applications.
Gain insights into real-life examples and case studies of businesses that have successfully integrated AI into their strategies, and learn from their experiences and outcomes.
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Explore future trends and developments in AI technology.
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Why CEOs don't get Technology, CIO conferencePeter Cosgrove
The document discusses challenges in the relationship between CEOs and CTOs/CIOs. It notes that only 30% of CTOs reported directly to CEOs in 2012, down from 40% in 2009. CEOs want a "one throat to choke" approach and prefer discussing tech trends rather than IT projects and costs. They also want CTOs to have a new set of skills around bringing in revenue and negotiating deals. The document advocates for CTOs to improve how they market and represent their teams, get IT professionals more visible in the business, and focus on talent strategies and hiring practices.
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Join Peter Mirus, a Build Consulting expert on technology project implementations at nonprofits, who will offer insights from his years of experience as a consultant, and answer participant questions on driving successful technology projects.
What you'll learn:
What does it mean for a project to be a "success?"
What are the key elements your organization needs to have in place?
What are the secrets of success that fail to get enough attention?
How can you help your nonprofit be in the 50% of tech projects that succeed?
2018 State of Creative Technology ReportSam Joseph
50+ Creative Technologists share what they value and where their profession is headed when it comes to blending creative concepting and emerging technology.
We at TBD Labs know two things about Creative Technologists.
1. They have a wealth of ability.
2. This wealth isn't well-understood.
This survey is our own geeky-way of broaching the problem. With over forty Creative Technologists responding, the results add clarity, but, more so, we hope it sparks conversation.
Please let us know what you think. We plan on making the survey an annual occurrence.
TBDLabs.nyc
The document discusses maximizing business value from IT. It outlines the author's journey working in the IT field since the 1980s and developing a method called BVMF® for achieving maximum business value. It describes three eras of how IT delivers business value and compares various methods. The key point is that while methods like Agile and Waterfall address parts of the problem, they are missing the "elephant in the room" which are the underlying principles for how IT leads to business value. BVMF® aims to provide this missing piece by focusing on business objectives and processes rather than software outputs.
This presentation explains the importance and the description of the role of a Chief Digital Officer in any organization. This was presented by me at DQ Live 2015 event organized by Cyber Media Group on 11th March 2015 at The Grand New Delhi in front of 400+ business and technology leaders. Post which i was interviewed by ET Now TV Channel as well and event highlights along with key people's bytes were broadcasted by ET Now.
Nicolas Genest is the founder and CEO of CodeBoxx, a company that teaches coding skills to people from diverse backgrounds. Through CodeBoxx's bootcamp program and partnerships with startups, Genest helps people gain the skills and experience needed to become developers. The program targets those who dropped out of traditional school, immigrants seeking better jobs, and people looking to change careers. Genest draws on his experience as a three-time CTO to understand skills gaps and reshape how human capital is developed. He advocates for lifelong learning and surrounding oneself with people who fit the needs of different business situations and goals.
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CEOs need to understand technology in order to effectively lead their organizations. While in the past some CEOs did not recognize the importance of technology, it is now integrated into every aspect of business. To be successful, CEOs must have working knowledge in 7 key areas: 1) internal systems like ERP, 2) data and analytics, 3) technologies underlying their products, 4) emerging technologies, 5) competitors' technologies, 6) costs and benefits of technology investments, and 7) view their organization as a technology company. Formal technology training could help CEOs develop this knowledge.
This document discusses how AI can be used to enhance productivity and create opportunities. It notes that outdated systems are expensive and do not meet the needs of knowledge workers. It also states that while AI has huge potential, most corporations lack quality data and preparation to effectively use AI. The document advocates developing baseline data models and metadata to provide high-quality, cleaned data needed to power useful AI applications that can improve decision-making and worker effectiveness.
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Dragging HR out of the Dark Ages - Updated DPG plc
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This are my keynote slides from SQL Saturday Oregon 2023 on AI and the Intersection of AI, Machine Learning and Economnic Challenges as a Technical Specialist
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Emeritus Insights Live - AI & Business Strategy - 20th Apr 2023.pdfClark Boyd
What You Will Learn –
Understand the current landscape of AI in business and why now is the opportune moment to integrate AI into your organization.
Delve into the pros and cons of generative AI, exploring its potential benefits and drawbacks in various business applications.
Gain insights into real-life examples and case studies of businesses that have successfully integrated AI into their strategies, and learn from their experiences and outcomes.
Acquire the knowledge and tools necessary to analyze your company's readiness and potential for AI integration, taking into account your unique business context and objectives.
Explore future trends and developments in AI technology.
The Future of Product, by Founder & CEO, Product SchoolProduct School
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Editor's Notes
Good morning, my name is Peter Cosgrove and I have 10 minutes to relay to you why CEOs and senior business professionals are struggling with the technology function.
I’m going to highlight 3 business technology trends and 3 solutions – number 1
Firstly – the relationship with the CEO
2 years ago 30% of CTOs reported into their CEO, now only 23% do,
compare that to the fact that practically every CFO reports into the CEO, why is this the case, especially with added importance of IT
Well the business is confused – there are no longer just IT Directors or CTOs, there are now CIOs, Chief Mobile Officers and many other acronyms. This can cause the CEO a challenge – they like one point of contact on this or more accurately one “throat to choke” and this does not give them one.
Secondly, the recent McKinsey survey highlighted that the business felt that the number one discussion in the boardroom is about reviewing large IT projects and cutting IT spend but ideally they feel discussions should be addressing forward looking assessments of technology trends.
Also IT professionals recently surveyed felt the most important skill for Directors in Technology was people/ soft skills, but they admitted they were doing little about it. This is critical, as CEOs want CTOs who are influencers, who can increase or create whole new revenue streams and who can help shape the business strategy
So the challenge? CEOS, the Board want opinionated, commercial, influencers as their head of IT, but they often don’t believe they are getting this – this is borne out by the relationship and the 23%
Number 2 - We know technology is everywhere, but the business is asking why things cant be the way they want
We know that 1 year olds accessing ipads and IT have school policies technology for 6 year oldsIt’s a brave new world out there.
However where this becomes a challenge is how IT is now in everybody’s homes in everyone’s pocket and .How can I be master of the universe Saturday and Sunday, and such a dweeb Monday to Friday?How is it I can find out who sat beside me in second class in school, but not know who my best customer is?What’s going on here!
the fact that everyone uses technology in almost everything they do means they feel they know what they need and they want it now.People expect to achieve very simple chores on mobile devices and it frustrates them when IT cannot do this in a business context. The importance of data security, IT audits, compliance, password security is lost on the business user
So there is this feeling in every business and from the CEO that technology should be giving them more of an advantage So how can the proliferation of technology in the business act as a positive not a challenge and improve the brand of IT?
And stop business people asking “why can’t I”
The third challenge - We know technology is everywhere, and we have Companies that SAY they focus on the best talent
but ask yourself what measure your organisations use to measure talent and effectiveness – probably very little, so don’t expect anyone to want to have the best team in place but you. It is now the key differentiator
Bill Gates always talked about others POSSIBLY having better technology but Microsoft having better talent, so they created something and we made it better and he did this with the spreadsheet, the database, the internet etc. One of his contentions was that while Microsoft had innovators, they made a lot more money neutralising the competitors – so they were always clear on the skills they needed – so you do to?
CONCLUSION _ You get the IT dept you deserve.If you dont know what drives the business how can you know who to hire in ITSo–do you really know the skill-sets that will help the business thirve not just IT thrive?
So those are three of the key challenges …
Let’s talk about solutions for each of them. Number 1…The research shows that CEOs want credible CTOs/ heads of tech with opinions, who can influence and sell – yes SELL technology. You need the CEO to value what the CTO says, if they don’t neither will the CFO, COO etc. remember their view is vital to the health of the technology division and CEOs want views, commercial skills – here is a thought
You have heard the phrase facts tell, stories sell, for those of you who never heard this story about the store Target I will recount it quicklyA father is irate when his 15 year old daughter receives info about pregnancy clothes, from Target, on a mail drop. He complains about the inappropriateness to the shop but subsequently apologises as he unfortunately find out his 15 y/o is pregnant. Target looked into their data and it highlighted that she had changed from scented to unscented shampoo and had bought a range of vitamins mainly bought by pregnant women – all of this had generated her profile as being pregnant, so the store knew before the father knew – that’s how data analytics are now tracking us
Tell the story first to the business then talk about the importance of data! You will capture the room betterThe business do not admire complexity they want a simple message and now more than ever that helps make speedier decisions.
We don’t just want technologists who understand the business we want products that do the work for us. Many failed IT solutions could besummarised as – the product worked, the business just did not use it correctly but what about products that work if you use it or not
We just partnered with Datahug who provide a crm tool around capturing email traffic – the beauty is there is no manual entries needed from the sales team so it works in the background because everyone uses email -perfect
So how do we use the fact that tech is everywhere to our advantage? And the fact the business people are frustrated with it
The business person wants To hear the language they know – information equals Google/wikicomms is facebook/SMSvideo is skype / youtube – they don’t really care about how the infrastructure works they just want it to work
You see this very simply with channels like Yammer and Chatter – simple Social communication tools that are understood by the business and are for the business – these are becoming really powerful not just for communication but for areas like crowdsourcing – something Dell are using effectively I have seen.
Secondly get your team to be visible – never before have the whole of the business been so ensconced in technology – use it to your advantage, The business wants to talk technology, the CEO is using more technology, this is a chance to break down barriers of the business and technology and speak to the business about the business – If you improve the IT brand – you will improve the IT influence.
Finally, continue to get your technologists out to customers – the rights ones, there is no point getting the genius out there if he creates the wrong image - but clients want sales people who know technology – if technology help with creating revenue streams this builds your influence and again IT’s influence
Talent.
The DNA that you bring into the room is the most critical thing you do – so what can we do to stop hiring the wrong people and getting more great people?
Steve Ilop, Former CEO Nokia was quoted last year “How is it possible that Apple created the iPhone in 2007 and in 2011, Nokia has nothing remotely similar?”a damning sentence you can say – Nokia felt it had to out-differentiate Apple
it was too proud to copy; whereas Google had Android out incredibly quickly. So until you know what the critical business drivers are you may struggle to hire the best IT talent – are you hiring innovators, or are you hiring business savvy technologists where speed to market may sometimes be the more important driver than innovation.
Once you know what you want YOU need to start looking to tap into the vast amount of networks available to IT professionals (and they are vast) and spend time finding out who those people you want are. Simpl put - when you know what you want – it becomes a lot easier to find it or in this case them
Finally can there be an opportunity for you. While hiring is imperfect we see in other walks of life that performance is being measured by data – in the Premier League it’s Prozone,
in baseball there was a book written called Moneyball about the Oakland A’s on using data to measure the best talent
however with all that human capital data out there i.e. cv databases, social networking tools such as Linkedin, Facebook, referral engines etc – many are trying to create a scoring system around great talent using data.Well the recruitment market globally is worth over 50 billion – so it may be worth thinking about how to do this - as no one has cracked it!
I’m a business person - I hate to say it by my attention spend have gotten shorter, I do want to be sold to quickly and I want the wow effect –anyone who has read the book The Shallows:, knows that all our attention spans are lessening given the level of tech stimuli we are exposed to
On the screen behind is the Crystal Palace Space Station from the game Entropia – it is entirely virtual and was sold at auction for 330,000 real dollars.You want to tell someone about the explosion of gaming? Tell them the story of that auction. This will give your dry facts about gaming stats the wow effect!
So CEOs want technologists to be influencers – but it may mean you have to change how you think and how you act and you may have to sell