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Blog
03 Jul 2024

The perils of blind trust in AI – why human accountability must not be automated away

Ensuring oversight is critical as AI becomes increasingly integrated into critical business functions. A recent case involving Air Canada’s chatbot highlights the risks of over-reliance on AI without proper governance and transparency.

In the press
02 Jul 2024

Editor’s Question: How do you improve your customer relations?

Intelligent CXO

Businesses need to constantly keep up with the ever-changing demands of customers. Five experts discuss how to improve customer relations.

In the press
26 Jun 2024

“My best person is my biggest blocker…what do I do?”

Business In The News

A problem that comes up surprisingly often with CEOs I work with is “My biggest blocker is… my best person! What do I do?”. It is pretty dispiriting to find that the person you most need onside is the person seemingly slowing things down the most.

In the press
19 Jun 2024

Reality Check: Is Your Integrated Business Planning Software Really Delivering Value?

CEO TODAY

Many companies have invested heavily in IBP, believing it will be the silver bullet for their planning challenges. But all too often, the reality fails to live up to the hype – here’s why…

Blog
07 Jun 2024

Beyond supply and demand – why portfolio management is the missing link for IBP success

Your IBP process is likely leaving money on the table if focusing solely on supply and demand balancing. Combining strategic product, financial, and resource plans is essential for alignment and agility.

In the press
28 May 2024

Achieving High Performance Manufacturing when faced with multiple disruptors

Manufacturing Today

Whilst many manufacturers profess to be agile and in control, often when you look beneath the surface the fact is they simply have a great team of firefighters. 

Blog
15 May 2024

Neil Hill’s cycling challenge for Young Lives vs Cancer

Bristol to Amsterdam 2024

After the London to Paris ride we completed in May 2022 a group of six riders joined together to come up with a follow up challenge!

In the press
24 Apr 2024

Navigating Stormy Seas – Why Today’s CEOs Must Be Tech-Savvy Captains

CEO Today

Why is becoming tech-savvy key to running a business?

In the press
24 Apr 2024

How to link ESG goals to executive pay

Raconteur

The case for tying CEOs’ rewards to the attainment of environmental, social and governance goals has gained broad acceptance, but the practicalities of doing this effectively are far from straightforward.

Blog
23 Apr 2024

Steps to achieve Integrated Business Planning success – navigating the icebergs

IBP is a challenging but rewarding journey that requires careful navigation and a focus on key factors, from prioritization to partnerships, to help organizations steer clear of pitfalls and reach their desired destination.

Blog
17 Apr 2024

How to realize the true value of Integrated Business Planning

IBP can drive better performance and financial improvement, and help spot potential dangers and opportunities, but many companies are floundering.

Blog
10 Apr 2024

Five myths and challenges of implementing Integrated Business Planning

IBP is a powerful process for navigating today’s complex business landscape, but many organizations fail to realize its potential because of this handful of misconceptions.