Organizational effectiveness goes digital
New technologies offer leaders an agile way to assess their company’s health and embark on improvement.
Voice technology delivers on banking needs
Financial services is full of customer pain points that could be resolved with the help of voice-assisted devices. For further insight, read “Banking on voice.”May 21, 2019Banking on voice
Voice-assisted devices will revolutionize the financial-services industry by providing customers with on-demand service and by helping banks reduce costs.May 21, 2019 by Mohib Yousufani and Julien CourbeThe New Automation Is Smart, Fast, and Small
Emerging digital tools and techniques are reinventing large-scale IT initiatives, one process at a time.April 24, 2018 by Dan Priest, Kumar Krishnamurthy, and Alex BlanterRelated tags: automation, cost management, enterprise technologies, finance, new technologies, productivityThe Tax-Savvy Company Restructuring
Most structural changes will have tax implications. Thoughtful planning can help leaders convert tax traps into enhanced reorganization returns.February 19, 2018 by Deniz Caglar and John RankeCan Workaholism Be Good for You?
For people who put in long hours but love their jobs, a sense of fulfillment seems to offset unhealthy stress.January 18, 2018 by Matt PalmquistRelated tags: cost management, healthcare, leadership, organizational behavior, recent research, turnover, work-life balanceImproving Healthcare Affordability in a Volatile Time
Legislation passed in 2015 is providing powerful incentives for the U.S. healthcare system to pursue value-based care.October 2, 2017 by Joyjit Saha Choudhury and Jay GodlaThe Automaker’s Dilemma: Getting More Impact from Innovation Capital
The auto industry is making massive R&D investments in safety, connectivity, and autonomy — so far without good returns.July 27, 2017 by Rich Parkin and Reid WilkRelated tags: auto industry, automakers, auto trends, car design, cost management, digitization, innovation, self-driving carsImperfect Job Market Forces Unenviable Choices
As a tightening in farm labor shows, employers must choose from a handful of undesirable options to stay in business.March 23, 2017 by Daniel GrossBuilding Trust while Cutting Costs
During a restructuring, rumors spread and fear takes hold. You can reduce the turmoil by finding ways to inform, empower, and inspire employees.January 10, 2017 by Vinay Couto, Deniz Caglar, and John PlanskyRelated tags: capabilities, communication, company growth, cost management, culture, fit for growth, human resources, leaders, restructuring, strategy, value propositionSerendipity in the Cloud
Shifting from physical to virtual data platforms can reduce companies’ costs and improve sustainability.November 3, 2016 by Matt PalmquistWhat Whole Foods Is Learning by Trading Down
The high-end grocery company is using its newly formed 365 chain to experiment with new business practices.July 29, 2016 by Michelle GerdesBe Your Own Activist Investor
With these 10 principles for rethinking cost management, you can maximize value and avoid threats from Wall Street.October 19, 2015 by Deniz Caglar, Vinay Couto, and Gary L. Neilson
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