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World competitiveness is shifting from open markets to controlled systems, where power lies in mastering technology – with the risk that efficiency gains come at the expense of democracy itself, argues Arturo...
Continue readingDecember 10, 2024 • by Jean-François Manzoni in CEO Dialogue Series • 9 min read
Dolf van den Brink, CEO of HEINEKEN talks to Jean-François Manzoni about early influences in his career that have helped him excel as a leader....
December 10, 2024 • by Frederic Barge, Karl Schmedders in Sustainability • 7 min read
In order to pursue greater valuations in markets with less oversight, companies like Shell are seeking to relocate their listings from European stock exchanges. For ESG, what does this mean?...
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Manufacturers must adopt a unified strategy across different divisions if they are to extract the full value of Industry 4.0. ...
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December 6, 2024 • by Tomoko Yokoi in Artificial Intelligence • 5 min read
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How quick thinking, strategic choices, and trust in the team kept one of the world’s most iconic landmarks from destruction – lessons every leader can apply in times of crisis....
December 4, 2024 • by Hamilton Mann in Artificial Intelligence • 8 min read
The quicksilver evolution of AI technologies is opening extraordinary opportunities but leaves human beings exposed to risks. Is it time we developed artificial integrity to safeguard fairness and security even as we...
December 4, 2024 in Brain Circuits • 3 min read
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December 3, 2024 • by Joep de Caluwé in Strategy • 8 min read
Innovation silos hinder corporate growth and adaptability. By integrating efforts by M&A, in-house innovation, and partnerships, companies can create a unified innovation ecosystem that maximizes resources, fosters collaboration, and drives impactful change...
December 3, 2024 • by Peter Vogel in Family business • 8 min read
Cristina Carvajal, President of one of Latin America’s most respected family enterprises, discusses the benefits of having a family member as the CEO of the family business....
December 3, 2024 • by Els van der Helm in Brain Circuits • 3 min read
From Twitter founder Jack Dorsey (and current X owner Elon Musk) to former and incumbent Presidents Bill Clinton and Donald Trump, many leaders reportedly sleep less than us mere mortals – as...
December 2, 2024 • by Patrick Reinmoeller in Strategy • 6 min read
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