Disruption

Ravi Sawhney Releases Second Groundbreaking Book on Design Innovation: "Psycho-Aesthics 2.0"

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Mardi, mai 7, 2024
Harvard University, Sahni, RKS Design, Pepsi, Disruption, Harvard Business School, Unilever, Industrial design, Samsung

LOS ANGELES, May 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Industrial Designer and Founder of RKS Design, Ravi Sawhney, announces the release of his latest book, "Psycho-Aesthetics 2.0: Revolutionary Design and Innovation: Unleashing Disruption with a Proven Methodology." This seminal work builds on the foundational principles introduced in his first book, "Predictable Magic," which was followed by Harvard Business School as a case study and Harvard classroom exercise—an honor shared by only one other Industrial Design Firm globally.

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, May 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Industrial Designer and Founder of RKS Design, Ravi Sawhney, announces the release of his latest book, "Psycho-Aesthetics 2.0: Revolutionary Design and Innovation: Unleashing Disruption with a Proven Methodology."
  • "Psycho-Aesthetics 2.0" explores the transformative power of Psycho-Aesthetics (P/A) across diverse sectors including business innovation, product design, brand development, and social commerce.
  • "Design is more than aesthetics—it's about creating solutions that enhance the human experience," said Ravi Sawhney.
  • "With 'Psycho-Aesthetics 2.0,' I offer a proven methodology for harnessing the potential of design thinking to produce groundbreaking and sustainable innovations."

Disrupting the Status Quo: Dan Ward's 'Punk' Movement Fuels Innovation Renaissance

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Mardi, mai 7, 2024
Interview, Disruption, Partnership, MITRE, Ward, KJ, Creativity, Virtue, Management

TAMPA BAY, Fla. , May 7, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Five years ago, collaboration was "the new competitive edge." Now, across sectors, partnership is a prerequisite, and open innovation is essential to keeping pace in a rapidly changing world. There is a growing awareness of the possibilities of open innovation and recognition of its potential to achieve an organization's most urgent and important goals. (1) In this lively discussion with Karla Jo Helms (KJ), host of the Disruption Interruption podcast, Senior Principal Systems Engineer and Innovation Catalyst at MITRE Dan Ward, known for his unconventional approach to problem-solving and work in leadership, provides perspectives on how embracing the "punk ethos" can lead to greater creativity, efficiency, and success for disruptors. Reflecting on the punk philosophy, Ward remarks, "Being 'punk enough' means challenging the status quo, embracing creativity, and daring to try new things. It's about being open-minded, empathetic, and willing to push boundaries." Throughout the interview, he emphasizes the importance of breaking free from conventional norms and embracing a mindset that encourages experimentation, collaboration, and authenticity.

Key Points: 
  • Now, across sectors, partnership is a prerequisite, and open innovation is essential to keeping pace in a rapidly changing world.
  • There is a growing awareness of the possibilities of open innovation and recognition of its potential to achieve an organization's most urgent and important goals.
  • Reflecting on the punk philosophy, Ward remarks, "Being 'punk enough' means challenging the status quo, embracing creativity, and daring to try new things.
  • He encourages individuals to adopt a proactive approach to innovation, saying, "We don't need permission; we need partners.

Disrupting Market Norms: IDeaS and the Future of Hospitality Through Innovation and Technology

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Mardi, avril 30, 2024
Travel, AI, Disruption, Health, Forecasting, Idea, Data science, Digital, Future, KJ, Marketing, App Store (iOS/iPadOS), Tourism

TAMPA BAY, Fla., April 30, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Revenue Management trends encompass evolving strategies and technologies crucial for optimizing income and profit, particularly in the hospitality sector, involving market adaptation, data analytics, and digital transformation. These trends enable businesses to forecast demand, implement dynamic pricing, and efficiently manage inventory, highlighting the importance of staying updated to maintain competitiveness in a dynamic, data-driven market. (1) In this conversation with Karla Jo Helms (KJ), host of the Disruption Interruption podcast, Russ Stanziale, a driving force in revolutionizing global sales strategies, highlights the significance of disruptive innovation in their industry. "In today's hyper-connected world, by harnessing the power of emerging technologies, we can enhance our ability to connect with clients on a deeper, more authentic level, ultimately driving greater value and fostering trust-based relationships." Stanziale's commitment to authentic engagement has not only shaped his career but has also fostered meaningful collaborations and innovation within his organization.

Key Points: 
  • Stanziale underscores IDeaS Revenue Solutions' role in revolutionizing revenue management globally stressing the importance of innovation and collaboration in navigating the evolving landscape of the hospitality industry.
  • Stanziale's commitment to authentic engagement has not only shaped his career but has also fostered meaningful collaborations and innovation within his organization.
  • In discussing the role of technology, Stanziale expresses excitement about the integration of AI and predictive analytics in decision-making processes.
  • "The ability to predict what's coming in the future and aligning production with consumer needs is a game-changer," he expresses.

Fortra Advances Cybersecurity Defense with Expanded Threat Intelligence Capabilities

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Mardi, avril 23, 2024
Dark, Fellow, Intelligence, Research, Disruption, Threat intelligence, Product management, Email spoofing, Risk management

MINNEAPOLIS, April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Today's attackers are wiser to current cybersecurity defenses and therefore more sophisticated in their attacks. To this end, global cybersecurity software and services provider Fortra recently enhanced its Threat Intelligence offerings, adding high-fidelity threat intelligence with timely, curated data to level the playing field and provide cybersecurity analysts the edge needed to stay a step ahead of modern threat actors.

Key Points: 
  • To this end, global cybersecurity software and services provider Fortra recently enhanced its Threat Intelligence offerings, adding high-fidelity threat intelligence with timely, curated data to level the playing field and provide cybersecurity analysts the edge needed to stay a step ahead of modern threat actors.
  • Intelligence Assessments – improves threat-based decision-making with supplemental, expanded insights from Fortra researchers on phishing incidents, email threats, and counterfeit threats.
  • With an expansive portfolio of cybersecurity technologies, Fortra has extensive visibility into the infrastructure and methods used by threat actors.
  • Intelligence from these technologies is fed into the Fortra Threat Brain , where it is used to enrich its solutions and deliver intelligence services to customers.

Disrupting Data Management and E-commerce Strategies with Finch CEO, Lee Roquet

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Mardi, avril 23, 2024
AI, Disruption, Martech, Machine learning, Roquet, Data, Face, Data management, Marketing, Sales

TAMPA BAY, Fla., April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Several key challenges businesses face in marketing technology and data management include data quality, cybersecurity, integration, and fostering a data-driven culture. Poor data quality can lead to flawed insights, while cybersecurity concerns threaten financial losses and reputational damage. (1) In this discussion with Karla Jo (KJ) Helms, host of the Disruption Interruption podcast, Lee Roquet, a dynamic leader renowned for his passion-driven approach to delivering exceptional customer service, delves into Finch's transformative journey from traditional e-commerce practices to data-driven strategies. He unveils new methods reshaping the e-commerce landscape, emphasizing innovation and transparency. "Our goal is to empower agencies to not only deliver exceptional results for their clients but also to thrive in an increasingly competitive market," he explains. "We're redefining the way agencies approach data, putting the power of advanced analytics and storytelling at their fingertips."

Key Points: 
  • In the latest Disruption Interruption Podcast episode, host Karla Jo Helms talks with Lee Roquet, CEO of Finch, a leading e-commerce marketing firm.
  • They discuss the importance of ongoing improvements in e-commerce data management, emphasizing the use of AI and machine learning to gain insights from large datasets.
  • Roquet highlights the need for integration across various systems and platforms, promoting a unified approach to data handling in e-commerce.
  • TAMPA BAY, Fla., April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Several key challenges businesses face in marketing technology and data management include data quality, cybersecurity, integration, and fostering a data-driven culture.

Rise of Alternative Data: FinTech Innovation with Sean Adler, of GZI Finance

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Mardi, avril 16, 2024
Satellite imagery, Weather, Social media, AIMA, Disruption, Fintech, GZI, Software, Traction, Alternative data, KJ, Algorithm, Cryptocurrency

TAMPA BAY, Fla,, April 16, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Alternative Data refers to non-traditional data sets that investors use to guide investment strategy, examples being credit card transactions, mobile device data, satellite imagery, social media sentiment, product reviews, weather data, web traffic, and app usage. The number of alternative-data providers is more than 20 times larger now than it was 30 years ago — with more than 400 currently active providers, compared to only 20 in 1990. A survey by the Alternative Investment Management Association (AIMA) found that 34 percent of hedge fund managers surveyed said their firms are newly investing in alternative data.1 In an educational discussion with Karla Jo (KJ) Helms, the host of the Disruption Interruption podcast, Sean Adler—a versatile leader with a solid background in international tech startups, biotech, and fintech—offers insights into the intricate world of alternative data and its burgeoning influence on financial markets and biotech sectors. "Analyzing the effectiveness of alternative data is paramount," Adler emphasizes. "It's not just about the data itself, but how it's interpreted and utilized." He alludes to the fact that, while alternative data has gained traction, it is still in the process of being integrated more deeply into financial operations.

Key Points: 
  • They delve into the evolving landscape of alternative data and its increasing prominence in the financial markets.
  • The dialogue sheds light on the trajectory of alternative data from its inception to its potential integration into mainstream financial practices.
  • With a keen eye on the future, Adler unveils the transformative potential of alternative data in reshaping the fintech landscape and revolutionizing traditional investment strategies.
  • He discusses the potential applications of alternative data beyond the financial sector, suggesting its relevance for enterprise expansion and analysis.

Debunking Growth Mindset: A Critical Look at Leadership Development and Transformation in Tech

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Mardi, avril 9, 2024
System, Interview, Risk, Disruption, Thought, Communication, United States Air Force, Duha, Culture, Principal, Diving, KJ, Great, MIT, Management

TAMPA BAY, Fla., April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- "Just because you have power doesn't make you a great leader, and whether you have power or not doesn't affect whether or not you're a leader." This is the premise with which Andy Ellis, former MIT graduate and US Air Force officer, approaches the discussion in the latest episode of the Disruption Interruption podcast with host Karla Jo (KJ) Helms. Throughout this thought-provoking conversation, they discuss what leadership truly looks like outside of the traditional, top-down view. Ellis emphasizes the need to redefine leadership beyond traditional notions of authority and underscores the importance of recognizing leadership as a dynamic interaction that extends beyond hierarchical structures. There is a common belief among organizational leaders that tech can be adopted rapidly, even skipping steps to achieve this goal. Leaders that engage in this "have little patience for understanding how to work tech into their business plans. This is a primary culprit for the pervasive lack of quality communication that occurs between tech departments and upper management." (1) Ellis's expertise in the tech and cybersecurity arena makes him uniquely qualified to address this leader-centric problem.

Key Points: 
  • This discussion will touch on the evolving landscape of leadership in the tech industry, the fallacy of the prevailing belief that leadership is solely the domain of those in 'leadership' positions, and his dislike of the growth mindset concept as taught.
  • Throughout this thought-provoking conversation, they discuss what leadership truly looks like outside of the traditional, top-down view.
  • There is a common belief among organizational leaders that tech can be adopted rapidly, even skipping steps to achieve this goal.
  • Leaders that engage in this "have little patience for understanding how to work tech into their business plans.

New Survey Finds that Less than One-third of Businesses have Completed their Digital Transformation Plans

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Lundi, mars 25, 2024
CONNECT, Research, Employment, City centre, Growth, Entrepreneurship, Trust (social science), Insurance, Disruption, AVANT, Architecture, Infrastructure as a service, Unified communications, TMG, Human, Online shopping

When it comes to fully realizing their digital transformation goals, retail/e-commerce and consulting/business services are furthest along, with 28% reporting that companies’ goals have been met.

Key Points: 
  • When it comes to fully realizing their digital transformation goals, retail/e-commerce and consulting/business services are furthest along, with 28% reporting that companies’ goals have been met.
  • The State of Disruption Report found that 78% of respondents use Trusted Advisors to procure cloud services, with the strongest growth areas being UCaaS and CCaaS.
  • Additionally, 68% of respondents said they look to Trusted Advisors for help selecting security solutions, including services provided by MSSPs.
  • Interestingly, 19% of the respondents said that Trusted Advisors are currently in charge of all technology-related decisions and functions.

Enterprise Connect’s Expo Hall Features Hundreds of Innovative Products and Services to Improve Communication, Collaboration, and CX Strategies

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Lundi, mars 18, 2024
Hardware, IOT (Internet of Things), Social Media, Content Marketing, Technology, Public Relations, Investor Relations, Communications, Apps, Applications, Artificial Intelligence, Media, Telecommunications, Software, Networks, Internet, Mobile, Wireless, Cloud, Knowledge, Theta, Software as a service, Administrator, CX, Enterprise, SMS, Goto, Generative, AX, Pulse, Investment, Zoom, USB, Conversation, Shure, Cisco Webex, Genesys, Microsoft, BPO, TEAMS, EX, Partnership, BMA, RingCentral, AWS, Disruption, Nectar, Booth, Exhibition, RSI, PBX, System, EGain, ROI, Organization, DSP, IVR, Communication, Theatre, Chatbot, Secure, GDPR, VERSA, ASC, Cisco, Fortune 500, Aura, Microsoft Teams, Sinch, API, Expo Hall, NexGen, GoTo Resolve, LED, USB-to-serial adapter, Motus, KMS (hypertext), Culture, Logitech, AudioCodes, AVANT, CIC, Original design manufacturer, Intelligence cycle, Human, Sales

Enterprise Connect , the leading conference and exhibition for enterprise communications and customer experience, will feature hundreds of innovative products and services in the Expo Hall.

Key Points: 
  • Enterprise Connect , the leading conference and exhibition for enterprise communications and customer experience, will feature hundreds of innovative products and services in the Expo Hall.
  • “Our Expo Hall is the only place to find the enterprise communications and customer experience providers displaying their solutions in one location.
  • Attendees will have the opportunity to see the hundreds of innovative products and service available to ensure they make the best purchasing decisions to improve their communication, collaboration, and CX strategies,” said Eric Krapf, General Manager, Enterprise Connect.
  • Afiniti , Booth #1311: Afiniti is a CX AI pioneer, delivering measurable business outcomes for Fortune 500 companies since 2006.

NEWSWEEK HONORS THOMAS J. DOLL WITH LEGACY OF DISRUPTION AWARD FOR HIS WORK AND ACHIEVEMENTS WITH SUBARU

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Mardi, mars 26, 2024
International Auto Show, Subaru, Legacy, Disruption, Subaru of America

CAMDEN, N.J., March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Former Subaru of America, Inc. President and CEO Thomas J. Doll has received the "Legacy of Disruption" honor at the third annual Newsweek World's Greatest Auto Disruptors awards. The awards ceremony takes place just ahead of the New York International Auto Show at Newsweek's headquarters in One World Trade Center in New York City.

Key Points: 
  • CAMDEN, N.J., March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Former Subaru of America, Inc. President and CEO Thomas J. Doll has received the "Legacy of Disruption" honor at the third annual Newsweek World's Greatest Auto Disruptors awards.
  • The award is given to an individual who has driven fundamental and transformative change in the automotive market with measurable, real-world results achieved over decades in the industry.
  • These efforts enabled Subaru and its retailers to work together in building trust with customers while separating themselves from competitors.
  • Thomas J. Doll, former President and CEO of Subaru of America, Inc.: "It is an honor to receive this award and share it with my extended Subaru family.