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The Business Innovation team here at Titan Consulting are big believers in the power of knowledge. As a team tradition, every two weeks we get together to share and discuss news articles related to our recruitment business, whether it is hiring-related or industry-related. This is invaluable in making sure we stay the knowledgeable talent partners for our clients and the professionals we support.

To share with you the wealth of information we have collated as a group, we have built a library to archive all of our discussions over the years. From topics related to interviewing preparations, digital, data, IT, marketing, corporate strategy, and finance, we have made sure to find the most interesting and helpful reads possible.

We hope you enjoy taking a moment to explore our Business Innovation library.

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Business Innovation
Six ways to establish an innovation framework across your business

To drive innovation, businesses should prioritize user-centric design, gain leadership support, integrate within the broader ecosystem, promote cross-functionality, provide focused training, and employ effective storytelling.

General, Global TrendsBusiness, Digital Transformation2023-10-04general global-trendsbusiness digital-transformation
GenerativeAI
Companies with innovative cultures have a big edge with generative AI

The business landscape is buzzing with the transformative potential of generative AI. But what sets top innovators apart in this realm? McKinsey’s latest deep-dive unveils the practices and strategies these frontrunners are using to leap ahead, emphasizing actionable insights for businesses keen on maximizing AI’s potential.

Data Trends, Global TrendsArtificial Intelligence, Digital Transformation, Technology2023-10-02data-trends global-trendsartificial-intelligence digital-transformation technology
Kishida
Japan Plans English-Ready Special Business Zones for Asset Management to Draw Overseas Firms

Prime Minister Fumio Kishida announced in New York, plans to boost Japan’s asset management sector by creating English-only special business zones. Aiming to attract global talent and strengthen Japan-US ties, this move positions Japan as a competitive investment hub.

General, Japan TrendsJapan2023-09-26general japan-trendsjapan
Japanversion of ChatGPT
Why Japan is building its own version of ChatGPT

Japan is ushering in a new era of AI with its version of ChatGPT, aiming to better capture the intricacies of its language and culture. Spearheaded by tech giants like NEC and SoftBank, this initiative hopes to enhance global collaborations and scientific research.

Digital Trends, Japan TrendsArtificial Intelligence, Digital Transformation, Japan2023-09-20digital-trends japan-trendsartificial-intelligence digital-transformation japan
Japan Startup Web3
Japan to let startups sell digital tokens to venture capital funds

Japan is gearing up to revolutionize its startup sector by enabling fundraising through cryptocurrencies and other digital assets, potentially opening new avenues for venture capital firms from 2024.

Digital Trends, Japan TrendsJapan, Technology2023-09-18digital-trends japan-trendsjapan technology
AI Gen Z
The Generational Divide, as Gen Z and Millennials Embrace AI for Business

A new horizon for business innovation is unfolding, with Gen Z and Millennials at the forefront of advocating for AI integration, according to a recent survey by Adobe.

Consumer, Digital TrendsConsumer, Digital Transformation2023-09-11consumer digital-trendsconsumer digital-transformation
Uber Eats is reportedly developing an AI chatbot that will offer recommendations, speed up ordering
Uber Eats is reportedly developing an AI chatbot that will offer recommendations, speed up ordering

Uber Eats is reportedly developing an AI chatbot to enhance user experiences by offering personalized food recommendations and speeding up the ordering process.

Consumer, TechnologyArtificial Intelligence, Digital Transformation2023-09-08consumer technologyartificial-intelligence digital-transformation
Google meet AI
Google Meet’s new AI will be able to go to meetings for you

Imagine an AI that can take real-time notes and even attend a meeting on your behalf, ensuring you never miss out on crucial points of discussion. These features not only streamline meetings but pave the way for a more productive and interconnected work environment.

Digital Trends, TechnologyArtificial Intelligence, Digital Transformation, Technology2023-09-06digital-trends technologyartificial-intelligence digital-transformation technology
AI Clone
Digital clones, Vocaloids emerging in Japan

Digital Trends, GeneralArtificial Intelligence, Digital Transformation2023-09-04digital-trends generalartificial-intelligence digital-transformation
Older Workers
Better with Age: The Rising Importance of Older Workers

By 2030, older workers will dominate with 150 million jobs globally. Japan, with its rapidly aging population, stands at the forefront of this shift. Bain’s analysis offers insights on harnessing the strengths of this demographic, especially pertinent for Japan’s evolving workforce landscape.

General, Global TrendsHuman Resource, Japan2023-09-02general global-trendshuman-resource japan
Bainleadership
At the Top, It’s All about Teamwork

Discover the five key behaviors that make executive teams high-performing and how they can transform leadership effectiveness.

GeneralLeadership, Worklife2023-08-21generalleadership worklife
Data-Driven Culture
What Does It Actually Take to Build a Data-Driven Culture?

An insightful Harvard Business Review article sheds light on the first two years of a new data program at Kuwait’s Gulf Bank. It reveals vital lessons on initiating a new culture, engaging everyone, prioritizing data quality, and the courage required to persevere.

Data Trends, TechnologyData analyst, Technology2023-08-18data-trends technologydata-analyst technology
JapanAIregulation
How does generative AI learn? Japan prepares disclosure rules

The Japanese government is crafting guidelines urging businesses to disclose data types used in AI training, aiming to reduce biases. These non-legally binding norms will align with best practices, and Japan will establish certification to ensure adherence.

General, TechnologyArtificial Intelligence, Japan2023-08-14general technologyartificial-intelligence japan
Linkedin Japan head
Japan workers are shifting from lifetime employment, LinkedIn’s country head says

Wakana Tanaka, LinkedIn Japan’s first female country head, emphasizes the need for a shift towards a skills-based labor market and adaptation to changing worker values to address Japan’s persistent gender inequality, supported by government reskilling initiatives and a move away from traditional lifetime employment.

General, Japan TrendsHuman Resource, Japan, Jobs2023-08-09general japan-trendshuman-resource japan jobs
Japan' cybersecurity
No longer a ‘catastrophe,’ Japan’s cybersecurity could still improve

Japan’s Port of Nagoya faced a ransomware attack, highlighting an increase in cyber threats across the country. Despite efforts to improve cybersecurity, challenges remain, particularly for smaller businesses and outdated technology systems.

General, Japan TrendsCyberattacks, Cybersecurity, Japan2023-08-07general japan-trendscyberattacks cybersecurity japan
AI Healthcare
5 Strategies For Implementing AI Technology In Healthcare

ChatGPT recently aced the U.S. medical licensing exam and is revolutionizing healthcare processes. Dive into how AI is poised to reshape the medical world and enhance the patient-doctor experience.

Life Science, TechnologyArtificial Intelligence, Healthcare, Technology2023-07-24life-science technologyartificial-intelligence healthcare technology
Seeking A Better Business Philosophy: Silicon Valley Meets A Japanese Mindset
Seeking A Better Business Philosophy: Silicon Valley Meets A Japanese Mindset

An interesting article by NTT CEO Abhijit Dubey regarding the value of the Japanese approach to business compared to Silicon Valley. He argues convincingly for a future of business success defined by this harmonious fusion. It’s an enlightening read that is certain to broaden your perspective on the dynamics of global business.

Global Trends, Japan TrendsJapan, Sustainability2023-07-14global-trends japan-trendsjapan sustainability
Japan wages
Cost of living: Japanese workers are finally seeing their pay rise

Japan wages rose by 1.8% in May, the fastest pace in 28 years is an encouraging sign but still lag the inflation so real wages are falling. To attract talent in a tight labor market we expect further pressure to raise wages.

General, Japan TrendsHuman Resource, Japan2023-07-10general japan-trendshuman-resource japan
App stores
Japan to open up Apple and Google app stores to competition

Exciting news in the digital world! New government regulations are set to open up the smartphone app stores of tech behemoths Apple and Google to foster healthy competition.

Digital Trends, GeneralBusiness, Japan, Technology2023-07-02digital-trends generalbusiness japan technology
Vimeo ai editing
Vimeo intros a trio of AI-powered editing features

There are less and less excuses for not producing video content. Vimeo is adding AI to remove the dreaded ahs” and “ums”, helping produce scripts and even a teleprompter so anyone can setup a video studio.

Digital Trends, GeneralArtificial Intelligence, Digital Transformation, Technology2023-06-26digital-trends generalartificial-intelligence digital-transformation technology
The Japanese Brands Exciting Us Right
The Japanese Brands Exciting Us Right

In this article, Eat Creative highlights a select few Japanese brands that offer invaluable learnings for global brand and marketing leaders. Gain tactical insights and fuel your evolving strategies with their success stories. Join us on this inspiring journey!

Consumer, Japan TrendsConsumer, Japan2023-06-23consumer japan-trendsconsumer japan
Apple’s Mixed-Reality Headset, Vision Pro, Is Here
Apple’s Mixed-Reality Headset, Vision Pro, Is Here

A huge amount of buzz around the Apple Vision Pro, we have read lots of articles and this one from WIRED is one of the best!

Global Trends, TechnologyAR, Technology, VR2023-06-16global-trends technologyar technology vr
17 Years of the Most Innovative Companies
17 Years of the Most Innovative Companies

Check out the latest BCG report on the 50 Most Innovative Companies in 2023.

The graph charting the rankings since 2005 is very illuminating!

Consulting, GeneralBusiness2023-06-14consulting generalbusiness
60% of Smaller Companies Boost Salaries in Japan
60% of Smaller Companies Boost Salaries in Japan

Exciting findings from a recent survey conducted by the Japan Chamber of Commerce and Industry!

Japan TrendsBusiness, Japan, Jobs2023-06-02japan-trendsbusiness japan jobs
Digital streaming
Netflix and Amazon addiction turns into ‘digital deficit’ and hassle for the yen

Interesting article on how the popularity of overseas online streaming services can impact the already weak yen.

General, Japan TrendsDigital Consumer, Japan2023-05-26general japan-trendsdigital-consumer japan
Brain scan AI
Scientists use brain scans and AI to ‘decode’ thoughts

Experienced neuroscientist and co-author of groundbreaking study on mind reading through brain scans and AI modeling.

TechnologyArtificial Intelligence, Technology2023-05-19technologyartificial-intelligence technology
Google AI
Leaked Google engineer memo warns that Big Tech could lose AI race to the little guys

Tech companies spent years developing AI in a behind-the-scenes arms race, but open source developers are quickly proving capable of catching up.

Digital Trends, Global TrendsArtificial Intelligence, Business2023-05-15digital-trends global-trendsartificial-intelligence business
How Google Docs Proved the Power of Less
How Google Docs Proved the Power of Less

Great lessons to be learnt in this article…especially for Japanese applications which can be overly complicated.

TechnologyTechnology2023-05-12technologytechnology
Digital Transformation
How Midsize Companies Can Drive Digital Transformation

Insight article from Harvard Business Review introducing 5 keys for planning successful change to drive digital transformation.

Digital Trends, GeneralDigital Transformation, Technology2023-05-08digital-trends generaldigital-transformation technology
Legacy systems
How a Legacy Business Should Undertake Digital Transformation

Potential lessons for Japanese companies in this informative article!

Digital Trends, Global TrendsDigital Transformation, Technology2023-05-05digital-trends global-trendsdigital-transformation technology
Japan, Ukraine agree to promote govt. digitalization
Japan, Ukraine agree to promote govt. digitalization

Japan and Ukraine have signed an agreement to collaborate on the digitalization of their government operations. This article explores the details of the agreement and what it means for the future of digital government operations in Japan and Ukraine.

Digital Trends, Japan TrendsDigital Transformation, Japan, Technology2023-05-01digital-trends japan-trendsdigital-transformation japan technology
Tokyo station
Buffett and Other Billionaires Agree: Tokyo’s Worth Revisiting

A sobering but optimistic article from Gearoid Reidy on how far Tokyo has fallen as a financial city. Lets hope Warren Buffett is right!

Japan TrendsJapan2023-04-24japan-trendsjapan
What Adobe Firefly's New AI Tools Mean for Creators
What Adobe Firefly’s New AI Tools Mean for Creators

Easy to understand article explaining how AI is lower the barrier to professional video production. Rather than spending months learning video editing Adobe is making easier for anyone to get their message across professionally.

Digital Trends, TechnologyArtificial Intelligence, Technology2023-04-21digital-trends technologyartificial-intelligence technology
Translation
Why Translating Emails from English to Japanese Using Only AI is a Terrible Idea

Very thoughtful post from Japonica Publications explaining the current limitations of AI. Expect these problems to reduce over time though as translation models are making fast progress.

General, Japan TrendsArtificial Intelligence, Digital Transformation, Technology2023-04-17general japan-trendsartificial-intelligence digital-transformation technology
7 tips and tricks to get the most out of network events
7 tips and tricks to get the most out of network events

In person events are back in force in Tokyo. Despite the growth of AI the importance of human connection is vital. Here are some tips to approach events.

GeneralBusiness2023-04-14generalbusiness
Digital IQ
Driving Digital Transformation: Essential Tips For Elevating Digital IQ

What is digital IQ and how can it can be raised within an organization?

Digital TrendsBusiness, Digital Transformation, Technology2023-04-10digital-trendsbusiness digital-transformation technology
Digital marketing Japan
Japan Digital Marketing Trends to Watch in 2023

Great summary on digital marketing in Japan.

Digital Trends, TechnologyDigital Transformation, Mobile Marketing2023-04-07digital-trends technologydigital-transformation mobile-marketing
A Japanese conveyor-belt sushi chain will now be using AI-powered cameras to fight back against 'sushi terrorism': report
A Japanese conveyor-belt sushi chain will now be using AI-powered cameras to fight back against ‘sushi terrorism’: report

A novel use of AI to counter “sushi terrorism”

Digital Trends, Japan TrendsArtificial Intelligence, Japan2023-03-27digital-trends japan-trendsartificial-intelligence japan
Work AI impact
OpenAI says 80% of workers could see their jobs impacted by AI. These are the jobs most affected

The explosion in work tools using AI is exploding, learn which jobs are likely to be most impacted.

General, Global TrendsJobs, Technology, Worklife2023-03-24general global-trendsjobs technology worklife
Japan games into DX
Final Fantasy 15 director is now gamifying Japan’s business economy with the metaverse

If Japan can harness the vast talent pool for digital transformation the impact could be massive.

Digital Trends, Japan TrendsDigital Transformation, Japan, Metaverse, Technology2023-03-20digital-trends japan-trendsdigital-transformation japan metaverse technology
Japan's workers get biggest pay rises in decades as inflation surges
Japan’s workers get biggest pay rises in decades as inflation surges

Inflation is changing the dynamic of wage negotiations as Japan adapt to inflation.

Japan TrendsJapan, Jobs2023-03-18japan-trendsjapan jobs
Experts think AI could bring on the next Industrial Revolution — and some even think it could trigger nuclear war
Experts think AI could bring on the next Industrial Revolution — and some even think it could trigger nuclear war

The rise of ChatGPT is making AI much more mainstream and sparking debating of how the technology will transform society.

A somewhat dark but interesting article.

Digital Trends, Global TrendsArtificial Intelligence, Technology2023-03-13digital-trends global-trendsartificial-intelligence technology
Why Non-Linear Career Paths Are The Future
Why Non-Linear Career Paths Are The Future

As we know lifetime employment at a single job is largely a thing of the past. While some employers may frown upon non-linear careers, those attitudes are quickly changing. Flexibility and diverse skill are increasingly valued.

Global Trends, Japan TrendsHuman Resource, Worklife2023-03-10global-trends japan-trendshuman-resource worklife
Four-Day Workweeks May Be The Future For Startups, One Pilot Program Suggests
Four-Day Workweeks May Be The Future For Startups, One Pilot Program Suggests

Work styles continue to evolve following the pandemic, one popular is the four day work week as staff look to improve work-life balance.

Global TrendsHuman Resource, Worklife2023-02-24global-trendshuman-resource worklife
Where Real Wages Rose & Where They Stagnated [Infographic]
Where Real Wages Rose & Where They Stagnated [Infographic]

Inflation vs wage growth is increasingly becoming an issue for global workers. The difference between countries real wage growth is quite vast over the past 30 years.

Data Trends, Global Trends, Japan TrendsData Visualizations, Human Resource, Jobs2023-02-20data-trends global-trends japan-trendsdata-visualizations human-resource jobs
Top 10 In-Demand Data Science Tools in 2023
Top 10 In-Demand Data Science Tools in 2023

Data analytics is becoming more vital and accessible. Which is your favourite tool?

Data Trends, TechnologyData analyst, Data Visualizations2023-02-17data-trends technologydata-analyst data-visualizations
Will Artificial Intelligence Change The World Of Digital Marketing Forever?
Will Artificial Intelligence Change The World Of Digital Marketing Forever?

ChatGPT has turbo charged interest and access to AI this year.

Learn how AI could change digital marketing in this Forbes article.

Digital Trends, TechnologyArtificial Intelligence, Digital Transformation, Mobile Marketing2023-02-13digital-trends technologyartificial-intelligence digital-transformation mobile-marketing
Modern Marketing Dilemmas: How should marketers stand up to recession?
Modern Marketing Dilemmas: How should marketers stand up to recession?

Three well explained steps to build long term value in a recession.

ConsumerBusiness, Consumer2023-02-10consumerbusiness consumer
The Real Reasons For Big Tech Layoffs At Google, Microsoft, Meta, And Amazon
The Real Reasons For Big Tech Layoffs At Google, Microsoft, Meta, And Amazon

This fascinating article explains the rationale behind recruitment decisions within the biggest technology companies.

Global TrendsBig Tech, Human Resource, Jobs2023-02-06global-trendsbig-tech human-resource jobs
Global IPO market went from record-breaking to full-on abating
Global IPO market went from record-breaking to full-on abating

While global IPO volumes fell by 45% in 2022, Asian volumes took the smallest hit accounting for 63% of deals and 67% of funds raised in 2022. Read more on the link below:

Global TrendsIPO2023-02-03global-trendsipo
The Health Care Metaverse Is More Than a Virtual Reality
The Health Care Metaverse Is More Than a Virtual Reality

While virtual reality and metaverse gaming might not have taken off as expected there are many more exciting applications which are gathering steam.

Digital TrendsHealthcare, Metaverse2023-01-31digital-trendshealthcare metaverse
Afro american man using smartphone over isolated mint background
A third of young Americans consult TikTok before seeing a doctor

TikTok has exploded over the past year and will grow in influence. Creating compelling video content should be priority for many brands in 2023.

Global TrendsTikTok2023-01-27global-trendstiktok
Seven Biopharma Trends to Watch in 2023
Seven Biopharma Trends to Watch in 2023

Biopharma is a fast changing, this article explains seven trends to look for in 2023.

Life ScienceBiopharma2023-01-23life-sciencebiopharma
Great lessons from the pioneer of online shopping
Great lessons from the pioneer of online shopping

Meet Michael Aldrich, the godfather of online shopping

ConsumerConsumer, online shopping2023-01-20consumerconsumer online-shopping
Top 100 consumer goods companies of 2022
Top 100 consumer goods companies of 2022

A great snapshot of how the top consumer companies are faring with increased consumer demand in 2022.

Consumerconsumer goods2023-01-17consumerconsumer-goods
"Womenomics" can drive economic recovery in the developed work
“Womenomics” can drive economic recovery in the developed work

The Japanese government has finally embraced a concept called “Womenomics,” the idea, supported by economic research, that women’s advancement will improve the economy as a whole.

Global Trends, Japan TrendsWomen empowerment2022-08-25global-trends japan-trendswomen-empowerment
Pharma's 'conservative nature' dooms digital product launches
Pharma’s ‘conservative nature’ dooms digital product launches

Reasons why pharma’s digital product launches fail

Digital Trends2022-08-25digital-trends
2022年に最も期待されるテクノロジーのトレンド:IT/OTの融合
2022年に最も期待されるテクノロジーのトレンド:IT/OTの融合

Technology2022-08-25technology
AI startup offers deepfake wardrobe for meetings
AI startup offers deepfake wardrobe for meetings

TOKYO — With video conferencing becoming an essential work tool amid the coronavirus pandemic, a Tokyo-based startup has developed a way to digitally make users look professional even when they had just rolled out of bed.

TechnologyCOVID-19, Deepfake, Video call2022-08-25technologycovid-19 deepfake video-call
How Coca-Cola is using data to slash food waste in JP
How Coca-Cola is using data to slash food waste in JP

Usage of data and technology allowed Coca-cola to forecast demand making it possible to extend shelf life.

Consumer, TechnologyCoca-cola, Food Wastage2022-08-25consumer technologycoca-cola food-wastage
Why do we fear digital transformation?
Why do we fear digital transformation?

Fear of Digital Transformation: Why Do We Feel It, and How to Overcome It?

Digital TrendsDigital Transformation2022-08-25digital-trendsdigital-transformation
FILE PHOTO: A man wearing a protective mask walks past the headquarters of Bank of Japan amid the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak in Tokyo, Japan, May 22, 2020.REUTERS/Kim Kyung-Hoon/File Photo
Japan’s consumer prices post biggest jump in over seven years

Japan’s core consumer inflation rose above the central bank’s target however, the overall rate of price has remained modest compared with other advanced economies.

ConsumerConsumer Inflation2022-08-25consumerconsumer-inflation
The HR Iceberg
The HR Iceberg

Overview of what HR does.

GeneralHuman Resource2022-08-25generalhuman-resource
Ninth Circuit concluded that data scraping public websites is not unlawful
Ninth Circuit concluded that data scraping public websites is not unlawful

hiQ Labs v Linkedin case brief

Technology2022-08-25technology
Queryable Encryption - A potential defense against Data leaks
Queryable Encryption – A potential defense against Data leaks

After years of data breaches, leaks, and hacks, MongoDB announced a feature that will allow database users to search their data while it remains encrypted.

Data TrendsCybersecurity, Security2022-08-25data-trendscybersecurity security
Why the next tech revolution will be about impact
Why the next tech revolution will be about impact

How the next technology revolution will Impact our future.

Technology2022-08-25technology
ウクライナ侵攻の裏で「サイバー攻撃」応酬の行方
ウクライナ侵攻の裏で「サイバー攻撃」応酬の行方

Global TrendsCyberattacks, Cybersecurity, Cyberspace2022-08-25global-trendscyberattacks cybersecurity cyberspace
Five Must-Know 2022 Hiring Trends
Five Must-Know 2022 Hiring Trends

These 5 hiring trends promise to shape hiring this year. Candidates who adapt to these practices now can set themselves up for better compensation and career satisfaction in 2022 and beyond.

GeneralRecruitment2022-08-25generalrecruitment
5 Ways Digital Health is Reshaping Patient Care in 2022
5 Ways Digital Health is Reshaping Patient Care in 2022

How digital technologies are reshaping the healthcare environment for everyone to live their healthiest lives possible.

Digital Trends, Life Science, TechnologyPractice Management, Technology2022-08-25digital-trends life-science technologypractice-management technology
上がらない日本人の年収。なぜ給与は下がるのか?
上がらない日本人の年収。なぜ給与は下がるのか?

General2022-08-25general
Why Coca-Cola’s in-game flavor announcement validates Fortnite as both an advertising and metaverse platform
Why Coca-Cola’s in-game flavor announcement validates Fortnite as both an advertising and metaverse platform

Coca-Cola has used Fortnite, an online gaming platform, to launch their new flavor. This move validates the platform as not only a space for gaming but also advertising.

GeneralFortnite, Gaming, Metaverse, NFT2022-08-25generalfortnite gaming metaverse nft
Differentiating between sustainable and smart cities
Differentiating between sustainable and smart cities

Insights on the variance between smart and sustainable cities and why the differentiation matters.

General, Global TrendsEconomy, Environment, Sustainability2022-08-25general global-trendseconomy environment sustainability
Japan looks to accelerate vaccine research and development with new government body
Japan looks to accelerate vaccine research and development with new government body

The Japanese government’s plan on accelerating its vaccine research and development aiming to contribute to the international community.

Japan Trends, Life ScienceCOVID-19, SCARDA, Vaccine2022-08-25japan-trends life-sciencecovid-19 scarda vaccine
日本でDXが進まない本当の理由
日本でDXが進まない本当の理由

Consumer2022-08-25consumer
iOS Marketing and Attribution One Year After Apple’s AppTrackingTransparency
iOS Marketing and Attribution One Year After Apple’s AppTrackingTransparency

How shifting mobile marketing toward a privacy-centric model has impacted marketers and campaigns.

Consumer, Digital Trends, Global Trends, TechnologyMobile Marketing2022-08-25consumer digital-trends global-trends technologymobile-marketing
Project Iris: Google's new AR headset
Project Iris: Google’s new AR headset

Google is now working on AR headsets, hoping to ship the product by 2024.

TechnologyAR, Google, VR2022-08-25technologyar google vr
Are there enough remote jobs for everyone who wants one?
Are there enough remote jobs for everyone who wants one?

Despite an abundance of open positions, the number of workers interested in remote jobs is outpacing the number of such available roles.

General, Global TrendsJobs, Worklife2022-08-25general global-trendsjobs worklife
Summary of SNS users in Japan and the world
Summary of SNS users in Japan and the world

Numbers of SNS users in Japan and the world

Digital Trends, Global Trends, Japan TrendsFacebook, Instagram, Twitter2022-08-25digital-trends global-trends japan-trendsfacebook instagram twitter
Browser In The Browser: A devastating new phishing technique
Browser In The Browser: A devastating new phishing technique

How Browser in the Browser (BITB), a new phishing technique, works and the best ways to avoid it.

General, TechnologyAnti-phishing, Cyberattacks, Cybersecurity, Phishing, Security2022-08-25general technologyanti-phishing cyberattacks cybersecurity phishing security
コンサル、DXで需要増 2022年日経・独社調査
コンサル、DXで需要増 2022年日経・独社調査

Consulting2022-08-25consulting
6 Practical Actions for Building Cloud Talent
6 Practical Actions for Building Cloud Talent

Six practical actions that can help companies build a top cloud-talent bench and operating model.

Interview SupportCloud Talent, Cloud Transformation2022-08-25interview-supportcloud-talent cloud-transformation
Top 10 Global Consumer Trends for 2022
Top 10 Global Consumer Trends for 2022

Article is in Japanese.

Consumer, Global TrendsConsumer, Hollistic Wellness2022-08-25consumer global-trendsconsumer hollistic-wellness
Mark Cuban Opens Online Pharmacy To Provide Affordable Generic Drugs
Mark Cuban Opens Online Pharmacy To Provide Affordable Generic Drugs

By cutting out middlemen and purchasing directly from drug manufacturers,
Mark Cuban’s online pharmacy can offer more than 100 generic drugs at an affordable price.

Consumer, Life SciencePharma2022-08-25consumer life-sciencepharma
Tips for breaking your design bias
Tips for breaking your design bias

Tips for overcoming your design biases from Jay Demetillo, Grab`s Lead Designer.

Digital TrendsGrab, UX Designer2022-08-25digital-trendsgrab ux-designer
Digital transformation: 5 future and 3 fading trends for 2022
Digital transformation: 5 future and 3 fading trends for 2022

Insights on what Digital Trend becomes more prevalent and what’s not in 2022

Digital TrendsAutomation, Cybersecurity, Remote work, Sustainability2022-08-25digital-trendsautomation cybersecurity remote-work sustainability
Products which will be covered by insurance for fertility drugs
Products which will be covered by insurance for fertility drugs

The Minister of Health, Labor and Welfare approved 16 products that will be covered by insurance for fertility drugs.

Life ScienceDrugs, Fertility, Insurance2022-08-25life-sciencedrugs fertility insurance
How Remote Workers Are Secretly Juggling Multiple Jobs

With the acceleration of remote work options, many employees secretly work two (or more) full-time jobs at once. Although they made more money, the strategy brings with it significant tradeoffs, including mental health.

GeneralCoronavirus, COVID-19, Mental Health, Remote work2022-08-25generalcoronavirus covid-19 mental-health remote-work
Remote systemization of Japan's world-class perinatal medical technology.
Remote systemization of Japan’s world-class perinatal medical technology.

Melody International built a telemedicine platform using an IoT fetal heart rate monitor to alleviate specialist shortage issues.

Life Science, TechnologyHealthcare paradigm, perinatal medical, post-corona2022-08-25life-science technologyhealthcare-paradigm perinatal-medical post-corona
Consumer prices are rising fast, and healthcare isn’t far behind
Consumer prices are rising fast, and healthcare isn’t far behind

What healthcare services organizations do to address their increasing cost burden.

Consumer2022-08-25consumer
Five consulting trends to watch in 2022

What the year has in store for consulting firms and their clients, and the key drivers of demand.

Consulting2022-08-25consulting
2021 Global Business Representives
2021 Global Business Representives

An interview of those who changed global business in 2022

Global TrendsBusiness, Entertainment, Finance, Politics Science, Technology2022-08-25global-trendsbusiness entertainment finance politics-science technology
Empathy: The Most Important Leadership Skill According To Research
Empathy: The Most Important Leadership Skill According To Research

Significant constructive effects of empathy

GeneralBusiness, Career, Leadership2022-08-25generalbusiness career leadership
5 Steps To Choose Great Data Visualizations for Data Science Projects
5 Steps To Choose Great Data Visualizations for Data Science Projects

Tips and resources to help you choose perfect data visualizations for your projects.

Data TrendsChart, Data Science, Data Visualizations2022-08-25data-trendschart data-science data-visualizations
Tech Advancement with Groceries
Tech Advancement with Groceries

How the grocery industry is transforming in profound ways in many areas: Artificial Intelligence, ethical eating, foodservice at retail, retail operations, shopper engagement, store experience, supply chain and sustainability.

Consumer, Global Trends, TechnologyArtificial Intelligence, Grocery, Retail, Supply Chain, Sustainbility2022-08-25consumer global-trends technologyartificial-intelligence grocery retail supply-chain sustainbility
7 Digital Transformation in Healthcare in 2022
7 Digital Transformation in Healthcare in 2022

Concrete examples of Digital Transformations which completely reshaped the healthcare industry.

Digital Trends, Life Science, TechnologyDigital Transformation, Healthcare, HealthTech2022-08-25digital-trends life-science technologydigital-transformation healthcare healthtech
Agile Business Transformation in Japan
Agile Business Transformation in Japan

account needed

Japan TrendsJapan, Operating model2022-08-25japan-trendsjapan operating-model
Predictions for the consumer products industry
Predictions for the consumer products industry

Latest industry analyst predictions and challenges for the consumer products industry

Consumer, Global Trends, TechnologyBrand Management, CX, Data Visualizations, Digital Transformation, Sustainability2022-08-25consumer global-trends technologybrand-management cx data-visualizations digital-transformation sustainability
Netflix's Lessons from Experimentations
Netflix’s Lessons from Experimentations

9 Important lessons Netflix learnt in experimentations

General, TechnologyExperimentation, Netflix2022-08-25general technologyexperimentation netflix
Japan Needs A Digital Overhaul
Japan Needs A Digital Overhaul

How local business leaders are stepping up to adopt digital operating models.

Japan TrendsDigital operating models, Digital Transformation, Leadership2022-08-25japan-trendsdigital-operating-models digital-transformation leadership
仮想ネットワークとは?
仮想ネットワークとは?

Explanation on what a virtual network is and how to specifically build a virtual network.

Japan TrendsVirtual Network2022-08-25japan-trendsvirtual-network
Apple Watchの心電図による無料診察を開始した病院
Apple Watchの心電図による無料診察を開始した病院

New Heart Watanabe Institute started a “free online outpatient service” where doctors will read the ECG measured with Apple Watch in detail.

Japan TrendsApple Watch2022-08-25japan-trendsapple-watch
Choice between ‘Great Attrition’ or ‘Great Attraction’
Choice between ‘Great Attrition’ or ‘Great Attraction’

How companies can turn the Great Resignation to Great Attraction.

ConsultingBusiness, Employee Management2022-08-25consultingbusiness employee-management
Decoding the Digital Talent Challenge
Decoding the Digital Talent Challenge

Digital workers’ attitudes about remote work, job change, and what their ideal workplace should offer.

Digital TrendsDigital Workers, Work Flexibility2022-08-25digital-trendsdigital-workers work-flexibility
首都圏の主要路線で2025~30年ごろのワンマン運転導入を目指す
首都圏の主要路線で2025~30年ごろのワンマン運転導入を目指す

JR East aims to introduce one-man operation on major lines in the Tokyo metropolitan around 2025 to 2030.

Japan Trends, TechnologyATO, JR東日本2022-08-25japan-trends technologyato jr%e6%9d%b1%e6%97%a5%e6%9c%ac
With The Marketplace for Talent Has Shifted. Don’t Overlook Those Who Stay.
With The Marketplace for Talent Has Shifted. Don’t Overlook Those Who Stay.

Four steps for leaders can take to best navigate the great resignation.

GeneralEmployers, HR Professionals Recruitment, Leaders, Managers2022-08-25generalemployers hr-professionals-recruitment leaders managers
New research shows that small changes in star ratings can drive explosive growth for products
New research shows that small changes in star ratings can drive explosive growth for products

How online feedback influences sales.

Consumer, Global Trends2022-08-25consumer global-trends
What is Brand Experience?
What is Brand Experience?

Brand Experience: What is it, Who manage it and How to create memorable brand experience?

ConsumerBrand Experience, Business Operation, Marketing Communications, Strategic Management2022-08-25consumerbrand-experience business-operation marketing-communications strategic-management
U.S. Digital Health Industry Funding Exceeds Last Year’s Total

Funding information of digital health companies in 2021.

Life ScienceDigital Health2022-08-25life-sciencedigital-health
Top CX Priority: Improving customer data management
Top CX Priority: Improving customer data management

Businesses intend to improve management of customer data as their top CX priority after recognizing that it helps creating impressive experiences for customers.

Data TrendsCX2022-08-25data-trendscx
Big tech has big designs on a big cloud
Big tech has big designs on a big cloud

Technology industry executives promote the idea that the U.S. government should invest in a “national research cloud” while some experts argued that the plan for a national cloud would help big tech companies consolidate power.

TechnologyArtificial Intelligence, Big Tech2022-08-25technologyartificial-intelligence big-tech
Statistics of COVID-19 Vaccine Acceptance Rates
Statistics of COVID-19 Vaccine Acceptance Rates

Vaccine vaccination status for each country

Global TrendsCOVID-19, Vaccination, Vaccine2022-08-25global-trendscovid-19 vaccination vaccine
2021 MedTech Visionaries Awards Winners
2021 MedTech Visionaries Awards Winners

Companies who win the 2021 MEDTECH VISIONARIES AWARDS

Life ScienceMedTech Visionaries Award2022-08-25life-sciencemedtech-visionaries-award
Data Management Is Becoming Less Complex
Data Management Is Becoming Less Complex

Recent innovations in the world of data have made it possible to manage data more easily and efficiently

Global TrendsBig data, Data analytics, Data Center Technologies, Software Innovations / Data Management2022-08-25global-trendsbig-data data-analytics data-center-technologies software-innovations-data-management
China and US pursuing radically divergent strategies for digital transformation
China and US pursuing radically divergent strategies for digital transformation

The difference of how the US and China are pursuing different strategies for digital transformation across industry, government, and society.

Global TrendsAsian trend, Digital Competitiveness Rankings, Digital Transformation2022-08-25global-trendsasian-trend digital-competitiveness-rankings digital-transformation
2022 10 Digital Healthcare UX Trends
2022 10 Digital Healthcare UX Trends

What digital trends in connection with UX design in healthcare we can foresee and what are some problems in healthcare that can be solved with UX.

TechnologyHealthcare, Healthcare UX, HealthTech, Product Design2022-08-25technologyhealthcare healthcare-ux healthtech product-design
6 change management mistakes to avoid
6 change management mistakes to avoid

Reasons why change efforts often fail.

ConsultingChange management, IT Strategy, Leadership, Strategic Management2022-08-25consultingchange-management it-strategy leadership strategic-management
5 Foods You Eat Everyday Could Disappear Because Of Climate Change
5 Foods You Eat Everyday Could Disappear Because Of Climate Change

Foods that we might not be able to enjoy in the next few years due to climate change.

GeneralClimate change, Food, Lifestyle2022-08-25generalclimate-change food lifestyle
A lawsuit under Japan's punctual rail system
A lawsuit under Japan’s punctual rail system

A Japanese train driver is suing his employer after having his wage reduced by 56 yen for causing a brief delay.

GeneralJapan, JR2022-08-25generaljapan jr
Overlooking advantages of transference in digital advertising
Overlooking advantages of transference in digital advertising

How transference works in digital advertising.

Digital TrendsAdvertising industry, Digital advertising2022-08-25digital-trendsadvertising-industry digital-advertising
Building a tech-services ecosystem to deliver products
Building a tech-services ecosystem to deliver products

Rethinking how they engage with their vendors is important for IT firms who focused on both cost reduction and value creation.

Digital TrendsCIO, COVID-19, Ecosystem, IT2022-08-25digital-trendscio covid-19 ecosystem it
IQVIA launches AI-powered medical information contact centre

IQVIA launched AI-powered medical information contact centre expecting to improve the patient and HCP experience and strengthen brand loyalty.

Life ScienceArtificial Intelligence, Healthcare Professional2022-06-07life-scienceartificial-intelligence healthcare-professional
Big Pharma sets ambitious diversity goals to ensure ‘pipeline’ of talent

Global pharma and biotech companies’ diversity policies

Life Science2022-06-07life-science
Many workers want to continue remote work even with salary cuts and reduced leave

Americans are willing to take pay cuts to keep working from home.

Global Trends2022-06-07global-trends
Cheetos’ CM strategy that significantly increased sales

Content of Cheetos’ TV commercial called “Can’t Touch This” that attracted great attention leading to a big sales in 2020

Consumer2022-06-07consumer
Realize a prediction platform construction by analysis and machine learning of about 700,000 vending machines

Coca Cola adopt Google Cloud as a data analysis and machine learning platform for streamlining the installation and management of new vending machines.

Consumer2022-06-07consumer
AI is smartly shaping our cities

How AI is transforming the way we live, work and socialize.

Global Trends, TechnologyArtificial Intelligence2022-06-07global-trends technologyartificial-intelligence
Four Winning Patterns of Digital Transformation

Four patterns for companies to win Digital Transformation

Digital TrendsDigital Transformation2022-06-07digital-trendsdigital-transformation
what is the background of the growing shortage of human resources?
what is the background of the growing shortage of human resources?

Reasons why the shortage of human resources has become so serious.

General2022-06-07general
You Don’t Need to Meet Every Qualification to Apply for a Job

Reasons why you should apply for the job despite not meeting all requirements.

Interview Support2022-06-07interview-support
Pharma’s shift towards a circular economy

Going green in the sustainability trifecta of the planet, profit and people will allow companies to improve their bottom line along and view sustainability as an opportunity, not a cost.

Life ScienceSustainability2022-06-07life-sciencesustainability
The Future of Digital Consumer Experiences

What businesses must consider and adapt in order to continue to thrive in this “new normal.”

Digital Trends, Global TrendsConsumer Experiences, Digital Consumer, New Normal2022-06-07digital-trends global-trendsconsumer-experiences digital-consumer new-normal
THE BEST QUESTIONS TO ASK IN AN INTERVIEW

List of the best questions to ask during an interview

Interview Support2022-06-07interview-support
IT hiring in global pharma industry rises 2.6% in July 2021

Pharma IT hiring activity in July 2021

Life ScienceIT, Pharma2022-06-07life-scienceit pharma
What is THE MODEL? By Salesforce

Introduction to THE MODEL: What THE MODEL is, Features of THE MODEL, How THE MODEL works and advantages of THE MODEL.

Technology2022-06-07technology
RIP ping-pong. The era of wacky office perks is dead

What young workers want from their employers.

Global Trends2022-06-07global-trends
5 startups that will help make our world greener

Introduction to five sustainability startups that surely make our world greener with their new technologies and services.

General, TechnologyStartup, Sustainability2022-06-07general technologystartup sustainability
Ai Palette raises $4.4M to help companies react faster to consumer trends

Features and benefits of Ai Palette’s first product, Foresight Engine.

Digital TrendsAi Palette, Artificial Intelligence, Foresight Engine2022-06-07digital-trendsai-palette artificial-intelligence foresight-engine
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