In an era where innovation is the currency of success, a group of companies—often referred to as “geek companies”—have quietly been rewriting the rules of business management. While many traditional corporations are weighed down by hierarchy and bureaucracy, these tech-driven businesses have embraced a radically different approach. According to Andrew McAfee, co-director of MIT’s Initiative […]
AI’s integration into business operations transcends mere efficiency gains and process automation; it fundamentally redefines how companies innovate, engage with stakeholders, and generate value. This transformation demands that boards and leaders adopt a dual leadership mindset, one that balances the technical prowess required to leverage AI with the nuanced human touch needed to address its […]
What Board Members Can Learn from Apple’s Latest AI Announcement The release of Apple Intelligence marks a significant trend in AI experimentation involving various model types: AI models, usage models, business models, and future mental models. This blog post explores these developments and highlights the critical lessons and actions board members can take to drive […]
Award-Winning Thesis on GenAI in Board Decision-Making – StrateGAIze We are so immensely proud of the graduating Master students Elton Carlsson and Filip Andersson from Halmstad University. Their exceptional work earned them the 2024 Best Business and Economics Master Thesis award for their “StrateGAIze: A Study on How Generative AI Can Support the Board’s Decision-Making in Strategic […]
In today’s fast-paced world, innovation has never been more critical—or more challenging. Companies globally are prioritizing innovation like never before, yet many are struggling to deliver on their aspirations. The 2024 report from the Boston Consulting Group (BCG) reveals a paradox: while 83% of companies rank innovation among their top three priorities, only 3% are […]
In today’s rapidly evolving business environment, boards must embrace risk, develop dynamic capabilities, and prioritize sustainability to drive long-term value creation and organizational impact. This was the core message from a recent webinar hosted by the Boards Impact Forum, BIF, where experts shared their insights on navigating the complexities of modern governance. Key Takeaways from […]
In an era where the only constant is change, companies must be resilient and future-ready to succeed. Technological advancements, socio-economic shifts, and environmental challenges are constantly reshaping the corporate world, making effective leadership more critical than ever. This post dives into the five pivotal leadership traits of future-ready CEOs as identified by BCG and blends […]
Board members must navigate an unpredictable landscape shaped by inflation, technological shifts, and evolving customer expectations. Leveraging data and AI strategically is essential for sustained growth and profitability. This comprehensive guide synthesizes strategies from private equity (PE) firms, leading companies, and recent research to inform board-level decisions on managing disruption. Find an upcoming webinar further […]
Today, on World Book Day we celebrate the joy of reading and the profound impact books have on our lives. Books are not just a source of knowledge; they are portals to new worlds, perspectives, and ideas. On this special occasion, we’re thrilled to shine a spotlight on a book that is not only highly […]
GenAI Investments Skyrocket In 2023, consumer spending on #genAI surpassed a billion dollars, with even greater expectations for enterprise revenue in 2024. Despite initial doubts and limited use cases, enterprise engagement with genAI has grown significantly, with companies nearly tripling their budgets and expanding use cases beyond simple applications. – Budget Increases: […]