Innovation in the Digital Age
July 19, 2016
The phrase “May you live in interesting times” is either an English blessing or a Chinese curse. You choose. Whether you consider it a blessing or a curse, the fact of the
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In this blog, we discuss cognitive computing and other cutting-edge technologies with a focus on supply chain management, autonomous decision-making, and innovation. Other topics of discussion include digital enterprise transformation, autonomous intelligent enterprises, emerging technologies, and global trade. Our goal is to advance the public discussion about how cognitive computing and other advanced technologies affect the world in which we live.
Bradd C. Hayes is the active editor of this blog.
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Supply Chain Transformation in the Cognitive Era
July 18, 2016
“Manufacturing supply chains are experiencing levels of change heretofore unprecedented in their history,” writes Richard Howells (@howellsrichard), a Vice President at SAP.[1] He draws that conclusion from a white paper published by
Our Kids Need Skills — STEM Education Can Help
July 15, 2016
A skill is the ability, coming from one’s knowledge, practice, and/or aptitude to do something well. The importance of skills is being stressed more today than ever because the world is becoming
Cognitive Process Automation™: Eliminating Drudgery
July 14, 2016
Drudgery is defined as hard, menial, or dull work. No one wakes up in the morning anxious to get to a job they consider dull, irksome, and fatiguing or that involves uninspiring
Big Data and Privacy: What should People Expect?
July 13, 2016
“What does privacy really mean to you,” asks Cathy Nolan (@CatherineNolan7), an Information Analyst.[1] In the era of big data, that’s a really good question. “When we think about data privacy,” Nolan
Can Digital Enterprise Laggards Catch Up?
July 12, 2016
Many analysts believe that in order for a business to survive and thrive in the information age, it must transform its industrial age organization into a digital enterprise. Kevin Benedict (@krbenedict), a Senior
Artificial Intelligence will Change Everything
July 11, 2016
It was not too long ago that discussions about artificial intelligence (AI) were mostly confined to science fiction literature and films. Today AI is a common buzzword and myriad discussions are held
Does Brexit Vote Signal the End of Globalization?
July 8, 2016
“The historic ‘Brexit’ vote was about much more than a small island’s fear of immigration and a remote European government,” writes Deborah Doane (@doaneatlarge). “It was a backlash against globalisation itself. And
Jobs Sustainability, not Universal Basic Income, is the Answer to Automation
July 7, 2016
Billionaire Jeff Greene is among those who believe that automation is going to be disruptive and have a horrific impact on employment and society. During a television interview, he noted, “Artificial intelligence,
Industry 4.0 is More than Hype
July 6, 2016
Industry 4.0 (or the Fourth Industrial Revolution) was the central focus the World Economic Forum earlier this year. As usual, the WEF tackled a topic with enormous potential to change the world
