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The machine learning boom is here, and it's only going to get bigger. When the pandemic decimated workforces and limited in-person interaction, artificial intelligence tools helped companies increase productivity. Industries such as hospitality , healthcare , and energy have all benefited from recent A.I. innovations, but there's more disruption on the horizon. I nstances of businesses using automated experiences are increasing, and automation is expected to grow in both the metaverse and in how companies pursue environmental, social, & governance (ESG) initiatives, according to Pranay Agrawal, co-founder and CEO of A.I. services and analytics provider Fractal. Here are three predictions from Agrawal on some of the next big steps for A.I. Customers will expect more from automation services. When the pandemic hit and businesses scrambled to adapt to a digital world, automation became much more commonplace in everyday life. People became used to seamlessly … [Read more...] about 3 Predictions for How A.I. Will Change Business Practices in the Near Future

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Conal Gallagher is the CIO & CISO at both Flexera and its division Revenera, where he manages IT and information security programs. Clear visibility into the IT estate is a top priority for IT and business leaders. Unfortunately, it’s often difficult to achieve. While many IT asset management (ITAM) practitioners rely on a configuration management database (CMDB), those CMDBs often don’t provide meaningful value or insights. The result? Organizations struggle to gain the clarity about their IT estate that’s required to make effective, strategic business decisions. Sprawl—of software and hardware, within categories (e.g., many applications for the same functionality) and of products (multiple applications of the same category or type)—gets in the way of efficiency. Complications of lifecycle management (end of life and support) and vulnerability tracking can expose the organization to security risks. … [Read more...] about Your Business Decisions Are Only As Strong As Your Data

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Sam Yoshida is VP and GM of the Business Information Communications Group for Canon USA and Vice Chairman of Canon Solutions America (CSA). May was Small Business Month, a time to recognize the resiliency and contributions of America’s entrepreneurs. While most businesses have faced immense change during the pandemic, a survey by the U.S. Census Bureau indicated that roughly half of all small businesses reported a significant decline in business over the past two years, especially as a result of dispersed employment. In many ways, ongoing change has forced small businesses to become more agile and connected to their employees and partners as they help them thrive through difficult times. Thankfully, new technology can make this task easier. Here are a few tech considerations for your small business checklist. Get in the cloud. Cloud adoption accelerated during the pandemic as businesses shifted … [Read more...] about Three Tech Considerations To Refresh Your Small Business

- A + A PUTRAJAYA (June 28): The Science, Technology and Innovation Ministry (MOSTI) has 27 technological solutions that are ready to be widely applied to assist the country handle the food security issue in the short run. MOSTI in a statement on Tuesday (June 28) said the technological solutions are divided into several clusters, namely seeds, bio fertiliser, booster fertiliser, use of drone, testing, and internet of things (IoT), aquaculture, as well as livestock feed. "All the technology solutions are the results of local research and development (R&D) financed by the government,” said MOSTI. Among the technology solutions which could be introduced are automated fertigation system, vertical farming, aquaponics combined with artificial intelligence (AI), which is capable of operating in remote areas and reduce the cost of operation through Nano Light Energy Panel (NLEP) solar energy as a primary source of energy. The usage of technology could also be … [Read more...] about MOSTI offers 27 technology solutions to tackle food security

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin David is the Co-Founder of Aloa , a platform for outsourcing software development. Aloa has helped 200+ startups/companies build their tech. Software outsourcing is an inherently complicated space, where even highly technical individuals face pain points. In this article, I’ll create a simplified guide by walking through three main concepts that will help you understand what you need to know to kick off your software outsourcing journey. 1. The Analogy “Software development is like building a house.” Let’s look at some of the basic challenges of software development with this analogy in mind. Third-Party Limits: Your house doesn’t control your Wi-Fi signal; your internet provider does. The contractor who built your house is not responsible when you have an issue with your connectivity. With software development, you will have to rely on numerous third parties. Your devs will help implement them, but … [Read more...] about Why You Need To Look At Software Outsourcing Like Building A House

Did you find it hard to choose what to wear today? Or what to eat for breakfast? If so, you’re not alone. According to the American Psychology Association , 32% of adults are so stressed they struggle to make everyday decisions. advertisement advertisement Much has changed over the past two years. From hoarding and unprecedented DIY projects to supply chain disruptions and mass unemployment, to social unrest and the Great Resignation, the pandemic has radically altered our outlook in many ways. The issue of mental space existed well before COVID-19 hit, but the barrage of events over the last two years has made it even more challenging for people. As the APA study indicates, a large number of us simply have less headspace available than we did before the pandemic. It’s a significant shift, and one that prompts profound questions for those leading brands. Perhaps it’s time to declare a ceasefire in the decades-long battle for mindshare and find a new … [Read more...] about Forget capturing mindshare. It’s time for brands to start giving customers space

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Will Moxley is SVP, Product at AppFolio Inc . Technology has allowed businesses to make customer experiences easier, more convenient and more personal. Business leaders have shown that they’re excited to see these innovations employed across any industry, regardless of business size or specialty. From digital experiences to touchless pay and curbside delivery, businesses looking to offer superior experiences will have to develop or hone their technology stack to meet present needs while anticipating future trends to sustain success in any market environment. Before you add new technology to improve the customer experience, make sure you’ve zeroed in on the right solution with a clear goal in mind. While there’s no shortage of innovative tools and solutions available, it will take some time and effort to find the right fit—for your business and for your customers’ sake. Though research and trial can cost valuable … [Read more...] about Evolving Your Tech Stack For A Winning Customer And Employee Experience

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Looking ahead to the July 4 holiday weekend, travelers will face daunting flight cancelations and delays. How do we know? During the Juneteenth and Father’s Day holiday weekend, more than 14,000 US domestic flights were canceled due to staffing shortages. And it’s not an isolated incident: Over Memorial Day weekend, airlines canceled over 7,000 flights. The turmoil will continue. Delta announced that it will downsize its schedule by 100 flights a day between July and August. The culprit? A mix of weather, air traffic control staffing, and COVID-related absenteeism : “Increased COVID case rates contributing to higher-than-planned unscheduled absences in some work groups.” Other parts of the airline ecosystem have suffered, too; just two weeks after the end of mask mandates, the number of TSA employees contracting COVID increased by 50% . In effect, airlines face both indirect and direct staffing shortages from … [Read more...] about Airline Flight Delays Have An Underpublicized Cause: Covid-Related Absenteeism

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Virtually every leader has been in this situation. One of your team members gives a presentation or presents a deliverable that is somewhere between lackluster and utterly disappointing. Afterwards, you know that you need to follow up with them to provide much needed constructive criticism to not just avoid a repeat of the dismal performance but also to help support their overall professional development. Unfortunately, too many leaders will make the classic mistake of focusing the conversation almost exclusively on their opinion and coaching but miss the opportunity to lead with inquiring about the team member’s opinion. Indeed, one of the most powerful and effective ways a leader can start that constructive feedback conversation is by simply asking, “How do you think it went? or “How did you feel about today’s presentation?” Starting with this simple question is so effective because it gives you a sense of their level of … [Read more...] about Leaders, Don’t Make This Classic Mistake When Giving Constructive Feedback