Martinka Consulting

AUGUST 1, 2018

When we think of innovation we think of the technology industry, don’t we? Here’s an interesting non-tech industry innovation taking place in Washington (and I’m sure other states). Voila, an innovative workaround. So ask yourself, are you doing anything innovative in your business? That’s atrophy.

Software 40

Software Retail Industry Sales 40

Tom Spencer

JULY 28, 2018

Based on a recent study by Global Industry Analysts , the global market for wearable medical devices is projected to eclipse $4.5 billion by 2020. 1 In the United States, the predominant market in this space, it is estimated that roughly 20% of Americans currently own a wearable fitness device. Potential Benefits.

Healthcare 74

Healthcare Insurance Insurance Data 74

Harvard Business

JULY 30, 2018

Specialized vocabularies develop in the business world every day to support new or specialized disciplines, departments, problems, and innovative opportunities. We’ve all experienced some version of this problem: Ask “how many customers do we have?” Then people misunderstand the data and make mistakes.

Data 31

Data System Sales Retail 31

Harvard Business

JULY 31, 2018

Other researchers, including Enrico Moretti, Michael Porter, and my colleague Mark Muro , point to the power of clusters — especially in tech-based advanced industries — for regional job creation. Beyond start-ups, local leaders can also help existing small- and mid-sized establishments survive, innovate, and grow.

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Policies Development Industry Recruiting 28