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Your worst nightmare could be your best prospect

Stellar Partnerships

When non-profits look for new corporate prospects, they look for things they have in common. Unlike dating, opposites don’t attract in corporate partnerships. Finding alignment with elements such as shared audiences, brand, or geographic footprint is a great way to start. But sometimes it’s worth thinking laterally when it comes to the right fit. The most unlikely companies may be your most promising prospects.

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Ready, set, go, and keep going: Why speed is key to a successful transformation

McKinsey & Company

In today’s business environment, companies seeking to transform all or part of their businesses need to create value quickly.

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What policymakers need to know about foundation models

IBM Business Partners

The last few years—even the last few months—have seen artificial intelligence (AI) breakthroughs come at a dizzying pace. AI that can generate paragraphs of text as well as a human, create realistic imagery and video from text, or perform hundreds of different tasks has captured the public’s attention. People see AI’s high level of performance, creative potential and, in some cases, the ability for anyone to use them with little to no technical expertise.

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Reducing climate-related property risk with AI

McKinsey & Company

In this roundtable, leaders from AI-enabled analytics platform ZestyAI discuss how artificial intelligence could help US property insurers evolve their underwriting models to account for climate risk.

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Maximize Productivity and Simplify IT Management with Conversational AI

ChatGPT has dominated boardroom conversations for months now. From drafting a stock trading program, to creating a SQL query to model data, there are practically no limits to the applications of the AI language model assistant. At ManageEngine, we have been working on our own AI-assistant, Zia. Zia is a fully-trained analytics assistant that can perform a range of functions such as creating and adding reports to dashboards, providing conversational support to data analysis, insight discovery, bu

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Understanding, Building and Growing Your Sales Ecosystem

Mindmatrix

The Mindmatrix Sales Ecosystem Maturity Continuum Understanding the evolution of sales ecosystems and knowing where they fit into the sales ecosystem maturity continuum is important because companies cannot grow or even leverage the sales ecosystem infrastructure available to them otherwise. The Mindmatrix Sales Ecosystem Maturity Continuum splits the ecosystem evolution journey into five phases.

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Qi2 Standard Released by the Wireless Power Consortium

ISTO / IEEE

Critical Milestone Achieved in Launch of New Industry Standard for Wireless Charging SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., April 20, 2023–( BUSINESS WIRE )–The Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) has released the Qi2 standard with the approval of the Qi v. 2.0 Interface Specification by its Board of Directors. The release of the standard paves the way for WPC to establish a Qi2 Certification Program, enabling member companies to certify products as compatible with the standard.

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Looking within: How Walmart in Mexico changed everything for an omnichannel future

McKinsey & Company

The executive committee at Walmex had to lead differently to take the company into the digital age. They reflect on the changes in the organization and in themselves.

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How Women Leaders Benefit From Using Humour

INSEAD Knowledge

“A sense of humour is part of the art of leadership, of getting along with people, of getting things done,” said Dwight D. Eisenhower. The ability to make light of a situation and make people laugh, as the former US President and statesman noted, is undoubtably a handy skill for managers. But there is a specific group of leaders for whom humour could be even more potent: women.

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Creating consumer peace-of-mind with all-encompassing data security

Compare The Cloud

Personalised experiences are a much-needed aspect of customer communications today. Google research shows that nine-in-ten ( 90% ) marketers believe that personalised strategies make a tangible impact on business profitability. However, tailoring communications to the needs of specific customers requires in-depth knowledge of their actions, wants and desires.

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How to Leverage Intent Data for Better Outcomes

Speaker: Susan Spencer, Principal of Spencer Communications

Intent signal data can go a long way toward shortening sales cycles and closing more deals. The challenge is deciding which is the best type of intent data to help your company meet its sales and marketing goals. In this webinar, Susan Spencer, fractional CMO and principal of Spencer Communications, will unpack the differences between contact-level and company-level intent signals.

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Qi2 Standard Released by the Wireless Power Consortium

ISTO / IEEE

Critical Milestone Achieved in Launch of New Industry Standard for Wireless Charging SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., April 20, 2023–( BUSINESS WIRE )–The Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) has released the Qi2 standard with the approval of the Qi v. 2.0 Interface Specification by its Board of Directors. The release of the standard paves the way for WPC to establish a Qi2 Certification Program, enabling member companies to certify products as compatible with the standard.

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The next competitive advantage in talent: Continuous employee listening

McKinsey & Company

People analytics can provide real-time insights. Here’s how leaders can use them to identify critical needs, make decisions more quickly, and strengthen their employee value propositions.

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Don’t pause AI development, prioritize ethics instead

IBM Business Partners

The introduction of generative AI systems into the public domain exposed people all over the world to new technological possibilities, implications, and even consequences many had yet to consider. Thanks to systems like ChatGPT, just about anyone can now use advanced AI models that are not only capable of detecting patterns, honing data, and making recommendations as earlier versions of AI would, but also moving beyond that to create new content, develop original chat responses, and more.

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Maximising ROI in B2B Digital Marketing

Compare The Cloud

Every business aims to generate revenue, and B2B digital marketing can help achieve that objective. However, to maximise ROI in B2B digital marketing, businesses must first understand the best strategies and practises. This includes identifying the target audience, performing competitor analysis, and staying updated with industry trends. Some strategies that work for maximising ROI in B2B digital marketing campaigns include: Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) Content Marketing Pay-Per-Click (PPC)

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The B2B Sales Leader's Guide for Any Economic Environment

When economic headwinds pick up, sales leaders are the first to sound the alarm — and chart a new course. Longer sales cycles, larger buying committees, increased price pressure, and smaller teams can quickly combine to reduce your margin for error and increase the urgency to find a solution. To thrive in a challenging environment, sales teams need a rock-solid grasp of the fundamentals and the biggest force-multipliers they can get their hands on.

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ISTO Member, MIPI Alliance, Celebrates 20 Year Anniversary

ISTO / IEEE

A word from from Peter Leftkin, Executive Director of MIPI Alliance, in reflection of its 20 year anniversary: MIPI Alliance is celebrating its 20-year anniversary this year. This significant milestone was commemorated during the 6-10 March Member Meeting in Lisbon, and we were happy to include Joel Huloux, Oliver Gunasekara, Risto Savolainen, and Tom Vial, who represented founding companies STMicroelectronics, Arm, Nokia, and Texas Instruments, respectively, when the Alliance was established in

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Tourism in the metaverse: Can travel go virtual?

McKinsey & Company

The travel industry is ripe for virtual disruption, and the metaverse presents a $20 billion opportunity—but some benefits are more assured than others.

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AvantGuard Applauded by Frost & Sullivan for Extending the Life of Chlorine-based Disinfectants for Sustained Efficacy with Its Residual Antimicrobial Solutions

Frost & Sullivan

SAN ANTONIO, TX. – May 2, 2023 – Frost & Sullivan recently assessed the North American residual antimicrobials industry and, based on its findings, recognizes AvantGuard with the 2023 North American Technology Innovation Leadership Award for its residual antimicrobial solutions. The company adopts automated disinfection protocols to minimize manual labor and ensure wide-scale uniform cleaning in the residential, commercial, and industrial sectors.

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Breaking the Cycle of Self-Sabotage: How to Overcome the “Golden Larva Syndrome”

INSEAD Knowledge

Stephen’s career seemed to be on an upward trajectory when he landed a job at an elite financial services firm. However, after some initial victories, he began making poor decisions and jeopardising his own success. Fear of the unknown and negative thought patterns eventually led to a cycle of self-sabotage and underachievement. People like Stephen exhibit classic "golden larva" traits; they possess the promise of a bright future but ultimately hinder their ability to thrive.

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Sales Kickoff Beyond the Meeting: How to Plan & Execute a Successful SKO

Speaker: Gerhard Gschwandtner, CEO, Selling Power | Beverlie Heyman, Director of Sales Enablement, Bigtincan | Jared Hibbs, Sr. Sales Enablement Manager, Bigtincan

Sales kickoff (SKO) meetings are a critical time for sales enablement and management teams to drive learning and motivation that (they hope) will last the whole year. Unfortunately, those same meetings can also become long, tedious, repetitive days that cause reps to tune out and turn off. Over the past few years, sales kickoffs have looked very different.

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ISTO Member, MIPI Alliance, Celebrates 20 Year Anniversary

ISTO / IEEE

A word from from Peter Leftkin, Executive Director of MIPI Alliance, in reflection of its 20 year anniversary: MIPI Alliance is celebrating its 20-year anniversary this year. This significant milestone was commemorated during the 6-10 March Member Meeting in Lisbon, and we were happy to include Joel Huloux, Oliver Gunasekara, Risto Savolainen, and Tom Vial, who represented founding companies STMicroelectronics, Arm, Nokia, and Texas Instruments, respectively, when the Alliance was established in

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Nursing in 2023: How hospitals are confronting shortages

McKinsey & Company

Nearly a third of surveyed nurses still report an intent to leave their current jobs. Will hospitals’ efforts bend the curve?

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How to optimize Google Cloud Platform cloud costs with IBM Turbonomic

IBM Business Partners

Google Cloud Platform (GCP) enables customers to build, manage and deploy modern, scalable applications to achieve digital business success. However, due to its complexity, achieving operational excellence in the cloud is difficult. Fundamentally, as a Cloud Operator, you need to ensure great end-user experiences while staying within budget. In this blog post, we will review the various methods of GCP cloud cost management, what problems they address and how GCP users can best use them.

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Another Major APAC MSP Acquisition: Fusion5 takes on Liberate I.T.

Channel Insider

Fusion5, an Aotearoa New Zealand-based Oracle specialist, has acquired Liberate I.T. for an undisclosed amount. The company, which also has offices in all of Australia’s major cities, made the acquisition to strengthen its portfolio through Liberate I.T.’s NetSuite capabilities. “Acquiring Liberate I.T. is part of an ongoing growth strategy for the business,” said Grant Robertson, executive director of NetSuite and corporate performance management at Fusion5, via press release.

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How to Measure the ROI of IT Operations

IT is viewed as a cost center by organizations. In troubling economic times, this puts intense pressure on IT to demonstrate value for IT investments. Register for this webinar to learn how to quantify the intrinsic benefits of IT using analytics.

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Planview Leverages AWS: Enhancing Security, Scalability, and Innovation

Planview Blog

Werner Vogels, CTO of Amazon Web Services (AWS), once said, “Dance like nobody is watching. Encrypt like everyone is.” The company’s commitment to security is just one of the reasons AWS is Planview’s preferred public cloud provider. Using the AWS global cloud infrastructure and services, we have the computing power, high availability, and flexibility needed to host and advance our connected platform of solutions.

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How biotech and collaboration can enable sustainable animal production

McKinsey & Company

Animal production will continue to play an important role in feeding a growing world population. Biotechnology can help make it more sustainable, supporting a global path to net zero.

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Is Artificial Intelligence relevant to insurance?

IBM Business Partners

I love the game of chess and was shocked when IBM’s Deep Blue chess-playing machine defeated the world chess champion in 1997. That ground-shaking event divided the world with excitement and trepidation about a future with thinking machines. In this first of two posts, I investigate the anatomy of artificial intelligence and its impact on insurance.

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Understanding Employment Law as a Michigan Business Owner

Tishkoff

As a Michigan business owner, managing your workforce and complying with employment laws is crucial to your success and sustainability. Employment laws govern the relationships between employers and employees, and aim to protect workers’ rights, ensure fair treatment, and promote safety and equality in the workplace. In this article, we will discuss the key areas of employment law that apply to Michigan businesses, how to stay compliant, and how Tishkoff PLC can help you navigate the legal

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Mastering Intent Data: Understanding its Importance & Best Practices

Speaker: Joe Apfelbaum, CEO of Ajax Union

In this webinar, Joe Apfelbaum, CEO of Ajax Union and business strategist, will take you through the ABCs of intent data. You'll learn how to effectively use it to drive business results, with practical tips on how to leverage both company and contact intent data to maximize your marketing efforts. Whether you're a seasoned marketer or just getting started, this webinar is a must-attend for anyone looking to stay ahead in the ever-evolving world of digital marketing.

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How to combine offline and online ideation

Hype

Ideas can emerge anywhere: at meetings, through informal conversations, during hackathons, and, in the digital space, via emails, notes, or calls. But how do you combine online (digital) and offline (in-person) ideation and organize ideas in a single centralized space to ensure that you don’t lose any of them, no matter where they originate?

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Bridging another digital divide: Accessibility for blind and low-vision consumers

McKinsey & Company

Companies have an opportunity to build lasting relationships with consumers who are blind or low vision. Doing so requires a proactive, inclusive approach to digital.

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Supporting teachers in their STEM skilling journeys

IBM Business Partners

Three of my four grandparents were teachers. Their love of learning and passion for lighting a spark in their students impressed upon me the power that teachers have to change lives and shape the future. As I’m writing this, I am in Jacksonville, Florida, just a few miles from where my grandmother, Rosalie Gordon-Mills, was an educator for over 40 years in the St.