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Best Practice · Disruptive Innovation · Book Review
“Best Practice: Disruptive Innovation” by Simone Janson is an insightful and thought-provoking guide that delves into the complexities and nuances of innovative disruption in today’s
AI Strategy Crossroads · Building AI vs Buying AI vs Waiting for Free AI
In the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence (AI), companies face a critical decision on how to integrate this transformative technology into their operations. The
Think Bigger · How to Innovate · Book Review
In “Think Bigger: How to Innovate,” Sheena Iyengar, an expert in the science of choice, tackles the challenge of generating groundbreaking ideas. The book is
Business Planning in the Digital Era
In the digital age, the landscape of business is ever-evolving. This transformation is primarily driven by rapid advancements in technology, which have a profound impact
What CEOs Should Know About AI in 2024
In the rapidly evolving landscape of Artificial Intelligence (AI), CEOs face a pivotal challenge: finding the right balance between ignoring the AI revolution and entrusting
Agents of Innovation · Entrepreneurs, Facilitators and Intrapreneurs · Book Review
“Agents of Innovation: Entrepreneurs, Facilitators and Intrapreneurs” by Louis Jacques Filion, along with co-authors Rico J. Baldegger, Candido Borges, Fernando Dolabela, Joëlle Hafsi, and Francine
Business Model Innovation · How It Really Works · Book Review
“Business Model Innovation: How It Really Works” by Staffan Hedén is a comprehensive guide that draws on the author’s extensive experience in consulting to offer
EU Takes Step to Formalize Rules on AI
As originally announced in a press release by the EU. The European Council president and the European Parliament have reached a provisional agreement on the
A Rum Distillery Just Named an AI avatar as its CEO
Article here : https://finance.yahoo.com/news/woman-robot-name-mika-reportedly-192310077.html The appointment of an AI avatar, Mika, as the CEO of a global company, Dictador, presents an intriguing case study in
The Geek Way · The Radical Mindset that Drives Extraordinary Results Hardcover · Book Review
In “The Geek Way: The Radical Mindset that Drives Extraordinary Results”, Andrew McAfee delves into the distinctive culture and practices of the tech-savvy innovators who
You Sometimes Get More than you Pay For
In the dynamic world of Information Technology, businesses face a myriad of challenges that require strategic expertise to navigate successfully. However, hiring a full-time experienced
Understanding the first-ever Presidential Executive Order on AI
On October 30, 2023, President Biden issued the first Executive Order in history relating to Artificial Intelligence (AI); it is a significant statement and set
Accelerating ROI · the Flywheel Effect of Digital Investments
In today’s dynamic digital landscape, the stakes for successful digital transformation have never been higher. The promise of increased efficiency, agility, and competitiveness has propelled
Innovation Vista’s Midmarket Picks · Top Ten CRMs
In today’s competitive market, midsize companies are increasingly turning to CRM (Customer Relationship Management) systems to maximize their customer satisfaction, streamline their customer care, improve
The Key Ingredient for Innovation Isn’t What You Think
In today’s fast-paced, ever-evolving world, the word “innovation” is on everyone’s lips. Business leaders, entrepreneurs, and even entire nations are all in the race to
Rewired · The McKinsey Guide to Outcompeting in the Age of Digital & AI · Book Review
“Rewired: The McKinsey Guide to Outcompeting in the Age of Digital and AI” is a strategic playbook designed by McKinsey & Company experts—Eric Lamarre, Kate
Analytics in the Mid-market · 2023 Maturity Survey
One of the most common questions we receive, and the basis of interest of many clients in our Tech Assessment services, is to compare their IT
Jeff Roberts Interviewed on How to Identify & Prioritize AI projects
Our founder Jeff Roberts was recently interviewed on the Win-Win Podcast, and discussed with host Ben Wolf how Innovation Vista surfaces and prioritizes AI use
The Coming Wave · Technology, Power, and the 21st Century’s Greatest Dilemma · Book Review
In “The Coming Wave” by Mustafa Suleyman, readers are granted access to an authoritative and visionary exploration of the emerging wave of innovation at the
The Art & Science of Turning Around an IT Department
The first thing to say in an article about the art & science of the turnaround of an IT department is that there’s no way
Going on Offense · A Leader’s Playbook for Perpetual Innovation · Book Review
“Going on Offense: A Leader’s Playbook for Perpetual Innovation” by Behnam Tabrizi is a highly acclaimed guide that has garnered attention in the business world
The Fox Guarding the Henhouse · Why your MSP is your Worst IT Strategy Advisor
For organizations heavily reliant on Managed Service Providers (MSPs) to handle their IT infrastructure, a natural question arises: should the same partner that manages your
CIOs must Unlearn some of their Training in order to Succeed
In a paradox that could confound even the most seasoned technologists, Chief Information Officers (CIOs) are finding that their path to C-suite success often entails
How to Find Impactful AI Projects for your Company
In a previous post, we noted how the exploding hype over artificial intelligence (AI) has raised awareness of these powerful capabilities, often AHEAD of the
The SEC Formally Raises the Cybersecurity Bar for Public Companies
A summary and analysis of the SEC’s sweeping new cybersecurity rules for publicly traded companies: ensuring thorough and timely incident prevention, detection, and reporting of
Reinvent · Navigating Business Transformation in a Hyperdigital Era · Book Review
“Reinvent: Navigating Business Transformation in a Hyperdigital Era” by Faisal Hoque and Fajer Al Kaisi provides a comprehensive exploration of how organizations can adapt and
A Bottom-Up Path to Innovation – Obviate your Open Jobs
In many industries in the modern business environment, Digital Transformation is no longer an option – it’s a necessity. Amid this shift, organizations must thoughtfully
How much do Interim & Virtual CIOs cost?
It’s an obvious question, but one which is challenging for consulting firms like Innovation Vista to answer prior to some discussion. The real answer to
Digitalization of Financial Services in the Age of Cloud · Book Review
As a group intrigued by the fast-paced changes in the financial landscape, we found “Digitalization of Financial Services in the Age of Cloud” by Jamil
AI · Solutions in Search of the Right Problems
Machine Learning, Neural Networks, Natural Language Processing, Vision AI, and Generative AI have been in development for many years now, but recently the technology is