The Internet of Things — sensors and actuators connected by networks to computing systems — has received enormous attention over the past five years. A new McKinsey Global Institute report, The Internet of Things: Mapping the value beyond the hype, attempts to determine exactly how IoT technology can create real economic value.
Telling CEOs these days that leadership drives performance is a bit like saying that oxygen is necessary to breathe. Over 90% of CEOs are already planning to increase investment in leadership development because they see it as the single most important human-capital issue their organisations face. And they’re right to do so: earlier McKinsey research has consistently shown that good leadership is a critical part of organisational health, which is an important driver of shareholder returns.
Simon Cowell is seeking out the best young technology entrepreneurs in the UK through a new competition known as The F Factor. The X Factor judge is turning his attention from tunes to apps as an increasing number of celebrities start to realise the importance of technology.
How do you turn ambition into sustainable results? New CEOs and senior executives often take over with a mandate for change and a short window of opportunity. To create lasting results — and fundamentally improve the company’s performance — leaders often need to launch a transformation programme. A structured four-step process can help flip the odds in their favour.
Juniper Research recently released their rankings of the most influential executives in the technology space. The rankings are based on their assessment of key criteria including vision, innovation and personal capital. The top 10 are:
Ian Muir is a highly experienced senior business adviser who works with leadership teams and individuals to improve organisational performance. Spectrum has been privileged to host Ian as a keynote speaker at one of our previous events. Ian has just published: ‘The Tone From The Top: How Behaviour Trumps Strategy”.