IOT Field Notes: Three Distinct Flavors of the IoT Conversation

There are three distinct schools of thought when thinking and talking about IoT and it's impact on their business. When teeing up conversations pointing to megatrends or strategic imperatives, be sure to get specific around what type of IoT conversation you are getting into.

IoT Field Notes: Whiteboard Wireframing

The humble Whiteboard is an import element for capturing product design ideas quickly, organically, naturally. In this article, a few true-life stories, and observations on how the wide-open medium drives flexible creativity.

The Digital Imperative: Run to the Toughest Problems

The best time to address the toughest challenges for your Digital Transformation is now - right away!

IoT Field Notes: Who are you Disrupting?

When introducing IoT ideas to your markets, you may be disrupting more than you think! Some specific examples and caveats ...

One for Practice: De-risking your Large Initiative

24 November, 2014
Project Management, M&A, Change Management
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This article describes a powerful risk reduction tactic for large, complex projects - illustrated with a practical example of success.

The Next Next Big Thing: AI Will Transform Your Business

2 November, 2014
Purposeful Innovation, Internet of Things
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The next big-impact advance in Information Technology will be Artificial Intelligence. In this article we lay out the simple case and detail the impact it will have on your business.

First Month with the Surface Pro 3

6 October, 2014
Hands-On
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I haven't written one of these hands-on hardware / software evaluation posts for some time - it's not that kind of blog, really - but I've been asked a lot of questions about my Surface Pro 3, and this is an easy way to let many folks know the answers. Also - I am making some interesting discoveries with the new device - some you might not think about at first. Am I surprised by some of these issues? Yes…

Empathy Skills for the Transformational Leader

29 September, 2014
Purposeful Innovation, Hands-On, Popular
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A real-life journey of self-discovery that gave me insight to the impact of transformational change to the organization. Get out of your comfort zone once in a while, to have meaningful empathy with the team you are trying to change.

When Will the Internet of Things Get On Your Radar Screen?

15 September, 2014
Purposeful Innovation, Internet of Things
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When introducing a new topic like the Internet of Things, you may be disappointed - at first. Your organization is still waiting; when will we think a little longer term? How to be ready for opportunities that may present themselves.

The SMB Business Case for Cloud

Few cloud computing vendors are able to produce a plausible cost model with any level of detail. All of your SMB customers are asking the same question, so why don't you have a simple, clear, canned answer? In the absence of a vendor model, this article will help you quickly work up the big chunks of the opportunity in short order.