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Impact of Data Analytics in Consulting

Tom Spencer

“Data scientists, fast computers, and advanced software are replacing traditional decision-making processes and disrupting tried-and trusted traditional consulting methodologies, with Big Data being one of the main forces of disruption” ( Tras, 2015 ). The words “big data” have become a “buzzword” in the business industry.

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Eight Tech trends of 2015

freshminds

Technology is constantly influencing the way that businesses run in 2015. So let's deconstruct the Tech trends of 2015. Disruptive technologies need to be harnessed for their maximum effect and strategies need to be developed to deal with the operational realities of today with the demands of the future that digital may bring.

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Startups Could Fundamentally Change the Way Big Investors Operate

Harvard Business

Small startup firms are already developing proprietary technologies — such as machine vision, deep learning, and other innovations —– that could help large investors evaluate opportunities and risks with far greater accuracy and efficiency than was previously possible.

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Sustainable Aviation: Emerging Trends and Opportunities

Tom Spencer

These include offsetting greenhouse gas production by purchasing carbon credits, investing in more efficient gas turbine engines, using sustainable aviation fuel, and manufacturing with novel materials and 3D printing methods. Companies such as GE Aviation and Safran are working on improving engine efficiency in order to reduce emissions.

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Cybersecurity 101: How to defend against cyber-attacks

Tom Spencer

Large organisations use technology to store data for accessibility and efficiency but because of this, can be brought to their knees and resort to using pen and paper after a deadly cyber-attack. If you are an IT company that creates software, hiring developers to check code can be a good defensive strategy. Zero-day exploits.

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What is digital currency?

Tom Spencer

In contrast, a digital currency can operate on a peer-to-peer network that allows a buyer to settle a transaction directly with a seller without a financial intermediary. This also includes Bitcoin (created in 2008) and Ethereum (created in 2015). It is not 100% clear how CBDCs will be deployed, but it may work as follows.

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3 Steps to Cultivate an Innovation Culture

Organizational Talent Consulting

An innovation culture supports beliefs and feelings about the importance of innovation, as well as habits that encourage research and development. This culture emphasizes efficient, reliable, and cost-effective performance. Culture is the one thing that impacts everything. This culture highlights coming in first. Bishop, D., &

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