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November 15, 2020
Key elements that differentiate the future of smart offices in the region
Digital transformation is a critical choice for growth. It has evolved the way businesses across the Middle East are functioning. Not only is it proving to increase productivity and efficiency, but it is also encouraging a digital culture with long-term business benefits. For that reason, businesses should continue investing […]
November 3, 2020
They’re digital nomads. They’re people of color. Here’s how they make it work
(CNN) — King Trimble is 7, and, since June 2018, he’s visited over a dozen countries, including Indonesia, Thailand and Malaysia. He wasn’t by himself. He was with his parents, Dale and DamiAna Trimble , and his younger siblings, Legend and Love, on a lengthy trip around the world. […]
Why digital donations through Venmo and Cash App have exploded during the pandemic
A college student pleading for grocery money. A driver in need of an unexpected car repair. A worker out of a job because of the COVID-19 pandemic. A single mom who needs to pay the internet bill to support her kids’ distance learning. In all of these cases, people […]
Seven Signs Your Digital Transformation Is Stalling, And What To Do About It
Experienced technologist and CEO of Infostretch , a digital engineering services company that helps enterprises prosper in digital age. getty The term “digital transformation” is so prevalent in boardrooms around the world that organizations could be forgiven for believing everything is proceeding according to plan. Corporate buzzwords can be […]
What Legos Can Teach You About Leading Successful Digital Transformations
Hinterhaus Productions 2016 As a mother of two young boys, I know a thing or two about messiness and how quickly excitement can turn into impatient frustration. Take Legos, for example. A glossy, action-packed picture on the package can create misleading expectations when my boys open the box to […]
Saigon Opera House gets a digital avatar
Built in 1898 by the French colonialists and put into use in 1900 the Saigon Opera House has a design that was trendy in the late 19th century. All of its decorative patterns, facade reliefs and interior designs were brought from France to Vietnam. The opera house has for […]
Virtual Publisher Summit: Libraries Survey the Digital Landscape
Fran Glick. The Follett/Baker & Taylor Virtual Publisher Summit , held September 17, included a panel discussion about the evolving state of e-books and digital content in the public and school library spheres. Representatives from both companies, as well as librarians in the field, weighed in on what they […]
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Digital, Culture, Media and Sports Committee launches inquiry into the impact of streaming on the music industry Blog Digital TMT and Sourcing Notes
In response to the growing popularity of music streaming, on 15 October 2020 the Digital, Culture, Media and Sports Committee (“ Committee ”) announced the launch of an inquiry into the impact of the business models operated by platforms such as Spotify and Apple Music on the wider music […]
The Freewrite Traveler Is Beautiful Distraction-Free Writing That Won’t Finish Your Novel For You
Photo: John Biggs/Gizmodo If you’re a certain type of writer, you’ll probably think you’ll use the Freewrite Traveler every day. The entire package is alluring: it’s a portable, e-ink-powered typewriter that sends your documents to an email box instantly and is completely distraction-free. Imagine how much writing you’ll get […]
Tasmania govt risking system failure over poor IT planning, prioritisation
Critical systems across the Tasmanian government are at risk of failure due to poor long-term IT planning and a lack of coordinated investment and implementation, the state’s auditor-general has found. In a scathing audit released on Tuesday, the Tasmanian Audit Office found the government’s strategy, critical systems and investment […]
