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5 Tech Issues That Can Slow Down Innovation

IdeaScale

In our minds, technology and innovation are interconnected. However, for every technological advancement, there seems to be a learning curve or adjustment period as we try to figure out how to implement automation into our daily lives. Technology: One Step Forward, Two Steps Back? source: pixabay.com.

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Is finance too low-tech to support sustainability innovations?

Norbert Bol

In the october edition of Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, Christensen et al. 2018) conclude that they were surprised about the low-tech financial decision rules that are being applied to green office investments. Knowledge from financial experts, technological experts and other stakeholders. Norbert Bol. Literature.

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Accelerating Sustainable Energy Innovation

Paul Hobcraft

It was from a white paper “ Accelerating Sustainable Energy Innovation , released in May 2018 and prepared in collaboration with KPMG. Energy innovation systems need a really much stronger and more effective push to deliver a broad range of technologies and solutions to the market faster than what is happening today.

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Using Generative AI to Drive Corporate Impact

TechEmpower Innovation

Generative AI is revolutionizing how corporations operate by enhancing efficiency and innovation across various functions. Focusing on generative AI applications in a select few corporate functions can contribute to a significant portion of the technology's overall impact.

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How Automation is Driving Efficiency Through the Last Mile of Reporting

Speaker: Jamie Eagan

As organizations strive for agility and efficiency, it's imperative for finance leaders to embrace innovative technologies and redefine traditional processes. Join us as we explore the pivotal role of digitalization and automation in reshaping what is commonly referred to as the “last mile of reporting”.

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Constructing the innovation mandate

Paul Hobcraft

So often innovation struggles to be recognized for what it is. Innovation is a critical source of future competitive advantage. To get to a consistent performance of innovation and creativity within organizations you do need to rely on a process, structure and the consistent ability to foster a culture of innovation.

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Mastering the Game: Corporate Executives and the Art of Startup Investment

Leapfrogging

This venture arm operates at the intersection of corporations and the startup ecosystem , and has become a strategic tool for companies to foster innovation and growth. The core of CVC is to identify and harness external innovation that can contribute to the long-term success of the corporate investor.