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All Boards Need a Technology Expert

Harvard Business Review

Executive directors are usually selected for their leadership qualities; they often have experience with generalized management or leadership experience rather than narrow expertise or technical acumen. Why should knowledge of IT be an exception? The truth is that many industries today employ outdated technology.

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Your Organization Wastes Time. Here’s How to Fix It.

Harvard Business Review

Organizations waste too much time - see how Bain helps them manage it like money in this 10-minute video slide deck. We recommend zero-based budgeting and planning to make the choices clearer. This is why we find a zero-based approach preferable. Related Video. Your Scarcest Resource.