Harvard Business Review

OCTOBER 1, 2018

In the spirit of becoming more adaptive , organizations have rushed to implement Agile software development. Agile software development. Frameworks for adaptive software development like Agile, have been around for a long time, and have manifested in many forms. Software development should be a no-handoff, collaborative process.

Agility 8

Agility Engineering Software How To 8

Harvard Business Review

DECEMBER 13, 2017

There are core competencies that every PM must have – many of which can start in the classroom – but most are developed with experience and good role models and mentoring. If the best PMs have well developed core competencies and a high EQ, does that mean that they are then destined for success no matter where they work?

Productivity 8

Productivity Products Core Competence Management 8

Harvard Business Review

SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

This should go without saying, but it’s vitally important to develop relationships with the CEO, business unit leaders, and other key executives to understand the company’s strategy, so that the innovation approach and projects you pursue align with overall corporate goals. Those are related, but distinctly different, tasks.

Innovation 8

Innovation Planning Short-term Long-term 8

Harvard Business Review

AUGUST 27, 2013

In your initial days and weeks as the new CIO, it will be imperative to determine whether your organization has a sound strategy for increasing efficiency, service quality, and transparency for your community. Know Your Community''s Needs and Cater Your Strategy Accordingly. Generate Room for Innovation.

CIO 8

CIO Positioning PPM Information Technology 8

Harvard Business Review

MAY 13, 2015

The core disruptive concept is that the “pipe” created by the cable MSOs (multiple system operators) no longer provides the sole gateway to consumers’ television screens. Think about messaging: We’ve relied on mobile phone operators (AT&T, Verizon, et al.) Strategies for staying ahead. Insight Center.

Brand 8

Brand Disintermediation Media Metrics 8

Harvard Business Review

JUNE 26, 2014

Sephora, the cosmetics retailer, has been widely recognized as a leader in integrating its digital marketing efforts into its overall strategy. The original creation of Sephora.com was largely outsourced, and we didn’t have an internal digital development team when I joined. How have you addressed this since joining Sephora?

Brand 8

Brand CTO Marketing Retail 8

Harvard Business Review

JULY 24, 2018

And because organizational change tends to be driven by those who most acutely feel the pain, it’s often line managers who are the strongest champions for “talent tech”: innovations in how firms hire people, staff projects, evaluate performance, and develop talent. Insight Center. Adopting AI. Sponsored by SAS.

Technology 8

Technology Talent Management Process Management 8

Harvard Business Review

MARCH 15, 2017

“Traditionally, boards have tended to stay out of operational functions, but technology is so pervasive that the best practice is to have direct board engagement in technology through active committees, just as they would with audit, compensation, and other key areas.”

CIO 8

CIO Committee Technology P&L 8

Harvard Business Review

OCTOBER 24, 2016

” You might help them get organized, shape their vision, strategy, and goals, or volunteer to tackle a particular project that would help them have a significant impact in a short period of time, says Watkins. Offer support and information, but not in a way that raises questions about whether you’re “a political operator.”

CTO 8

CTO Case Study Learning Curve Operations 8