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Exploring the Global Smart Cities Market: Software Opportunities

Tullio Siragusa

The leading players are: US Department of Transportation, European Commission, Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (India), Smart City Mission (India), and UK Department for Digital, Culture, Media, and Sport. Software engineering services companies that can provide these solutions will have a significant opportunity to grow.

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How Israel’s Oldest Bank Is Engaging Employees to Become a Leader in Banking Innovation

Qmarkets

In 2013, Bank Leumi embarked on a journey to make innovation one of its prime strategic goals. In order to achieve this goal, the Bank undertook an initiative to change their corporate culture, so every employee would see innovation as part of their daily work; an aim they should constantly aspire to.

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Leveraging Design Thinking for IT-Business Alignment in Prioritizing Mission-Critical Needs

Tullio Siragusa

For instance, consider a hypothetical global bank launching a new online banking system. This method can break down departmental silos, fostering a culture of collaboration and mutual understanding. For our bank, this could mean recognizing that the online banking interface is not user-friendly and needs to be simplified.

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Episode 19 – Part 2: The ROI of Learning

IM Insights

05:23] Peter’s Background Peter’s background as a software engineer. Do you know that culture follows structure but don’t know what part of the structure to change first? Transforming two of Canada’s big five banks to a culture of innovation and agility. His journey into the startup world.

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Empathy and Equivalence: Transformative Principles for Modern Workplaces

Tullio Siragusa

Implementing these principles nurtures a culture where collaboration and inclusion are the norms. They must exemplify empathetic behavior and champion a culture of equivalence. Beyond such direct initiatives, companies are adopting various strategies to enhance empathy in their organizational culture.

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Blueprint for Bouncing Back: A Design Thinking Guide to Unemployment

Tullio Siragusa

Additionally, banks and other financial institutions might be more flexible than you think. It could pave the way for delightful home-cooked adventures and the joy of discovering discounts that feel like hidden treasures. As daily commutes become less frequent, it might be time to rethink our transportation choices.

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Beyond the Daily Grind: How Design Thinking Can Illuminate Your Life’s Purpose

Tullio Siragusa

Perhaps you volunteered at a local food bank during a difficult time in your life and found solace in making a difference. Example: To test your purpose-related ideas, you decide to start by volunteering at a local food bank. Start by reflecting on your own life experiences. The key is to gain real-world experience and learn from it.