The buzz: “The blockchain does one thing: It replaces third-party trust with mathematical proof that something happened” (Adam Draper). Yes. Blockchain is redefining how we transact in the digital world where digitized trust is required. According to WEF research, 58% of tech execs expect 10% of global GDP ($5.3t) to be stored on the blockchain by 2025. Are you on board? The experts speak. Drew Hingorani, Ai-BlockChain: “Behind every cloud is another cloud” (Judy Garland). Peter Ebert, CryptoWor...
Apr 11, 2018•55 min
The buzz: “…We are all looking for the magic formula. Well, here you go: Creativity + Iterative Development = Innovation” (James Dyson, 2005). Welcome to the Digital Era, where new technology terminology, hype and interpretations bombard us daily at work and at home. What do IoT, ML, Big Data, and Blockchain really mean? How will they impact your organization, customers, business partners, and lifestyle? The experts speak. Tom Raftery, SAP: “I want to die on Mars – just not on impact” (Elon Musk...
Apr 04, 2018•56 min
The buzz: “Choose a job you love and you will never have to work a day in your life” (Confucius). Few things impact employee productivity, engagement, and well-being as compensation. But as definitions of work and workforce change–diversity, telecommuting, contingent labor–traditional pay-for-performance formulas could cost you the ability to engage top talent. The experts speak. Dr. Gabby Burlacu, SAP SuccessFactors: “I think the definition of a book is changing” (Jeff Bezos). Lauren Pytel, SAP...
Mar 28, 2018•56 min
The buzz: “The golden rule for every business man is this: 'Put yourself in your customer's place” [Orison S. Marden]. Yes, the rule still applies in our Age of Social Selling. Do you stalk prospects to get in their Facebook newsfeed vs. being a patient buying journey advisor? Tune in for our ongoing discussion of social behavior do’s and don’ts. The experts speak. Viveka von Rosen, Vengreso: ‘Leadership is not about men in suits. It is a way of life for those who know who they are and are willi...
Mar 21, 2018•56 min
The buzz: “The human spirit is like an elastic band. The more you stretch, the greater your capacity” (Bidemi Mark-Mordi). Career stretch opportunities–temporary assignments requiring expertise outside an employee’s regular job duties–are embraced by companies as well as their workers who are eager to showcase new skills and passions. What does this mean for you? Our panel will share insights on how to accept and negotiate stretch assignments on your own terms, and on a Be Leaderly report about ...
Mar 14, 2018•54 min
The buzz: “Just as salespeople are moving into the future, the buyers are already ahead of us” (K.Sexton). Your staff may be excited about social selling training and enablement. But will they put those lessons into practice in their day-to-day jobs? The gauges of your social selling success should reflect how well and how consistently your staff executes their lessons – and how well you monitor them in the real business world. Tune in for best practices to encourage social selling adoption, mai...
Mar 07, 2018•55 min
The buzz: “No one in the world needs a Rhino horn but a Rhino” (Paul Oxton). Africa’s wildlife threat levels are growing at alarming rates – particularly from increasing poaching of elephants and rhinos. Traditional conservation methods fall short due to lack funding and people-power. Enter a creative solution: technology with purpose involving drones and GPS, sparking a new definition of ERP: Elephants, Rhinos and People. The experts speak. Quintin Smith, EPI-USE: “I guess it comes down a simpl...
Feb 28, 2018•54 min
The buzz: “By 2030…8.3 billion people with an urban proportion of about 51%. So out of necessity, smart cities are needed …” (Dr Gráinne Watson, Fujitsu) In our mobile-first, digitally connected world, consumers expect to access digital services whenever and wherever they want. Citizens expect the same personalized communications with their city governments. Is this possible? The smart future city will put the citizen at the center of service delivery models. Is your city there yet? The experts ...
Feb 21, 2018•55 min
The buzz: “…it’s clear that AI (and robotics) will change the face of sales” (www.i-scoop.eu/). Reality check: Buying and selling have changed dramatically in the Digital Age. Outreach to today's buyer is more difficult using traditional sales methodologies. Where to turn? Hint: The world of digital leaves data point breadcrumbs of a buyer's behavior. The world of AI never gives up, sleeps, or misses opportunities. When these worlds collide, can their synergy boost your sales? The experts speak....
Feb 14, 2018•56 min
The buzz: “UI is the saddle, the stirrups, and the reins. UX is the feeling you get being able to ride the horse, and rope your cattle” (Dain Miller). Remember your anticipation when you got your first smartphone? Your curiosity the first time you typed “@” online? As the world gets increasingly digital, we expect great experiences in every interaction with every organization. Do UX designers ever sleep? The experts speak. Matt Grajcar, Google: “The good building is not one that hurts the landsc...
Feb 07, 2018•54 min
The buzz: “I refuse to be intimidated by reality anymore. What is reality? Nothing but a collective hunch” (Lily Tomlin). Welcome to the Digital Era, where new technology terminology, hype and interpretations bombard us daily at work and at home. What do IoT, ML, Big Data, and Blockchain really mean? How will they impact your organization, customers, business partners, and lifestyle? The experts speak. Tom Raftery, SAP: “When wireless is perfectly applied the whole earth will be converted into a...
Jan 31, 2018•53 min
The buzz: “Energy is the new new Internet” (Brian Lakamp techcrunch.com/2017/01/22/energy-is-the-new-new-internet). The dynamic, distributed, and multi-participant Energy Internet – aka Enernet – is positioned to transform our lives – perhaps on a larger scale than the Internet before it. It is built around clean energy generation, storage and delivery. With a long list of innovators emerging, the resulting innovation will drive massive change, including how we think about cities, municipal serv...
Jan 24, 2018•56 min
If your #1 business wish is to know what 2018 holds for your company, your industry and the world, we’ve got the next best thing. Our five-part 2018 Predictions Special brings you 75 thought leaders’ insights into the technologies, strategies, and trends that can help you and your business grow and compete better in 2018 and beyond. Pour a cup of Joe, Earl, or Dom, and join us for SAP Game-Changers Radio 2018 Predictions – Part 5 live. All episodes will be available on-demand. You’ll hear from P...
Jan 17, 2018•56 min
The buzz: Welcome to 2018! If your #1 business wish is to know what 2018 holds for your company, your industry and the world, we’ve got the next best thing. We’re bringing you predictions from 70 thought leaders about the technologies, strategies, and trends that can help you grow and compete in 2018 and beyond. Pour a cup of Joe, Earl, or Dom, and join us for SAP Game-Changers Radio 2018 Predictions–Part 4 live. And mark your calendar for Jan. 17 [Part 5]. All episodes will be available on-dema...
Jan 10, 2018•56 min
The buzz: Welcome to 2018! If your #1 business wish is to know what 2018 holds for your company, industry and the world, we’ve got the next best thing. We’re bringing you predictions from 70 thought leaders on the technologies, strategies, and trends that can help you grow and compete in 2018 and beyond. Pour a cup of Joe, Earl, or Dom, and join us for SAP Game-Changers Radio 2018 Predictions–Part 3 live. And mark your calendar for Jan. 10 [Part 4] and Jan. 17 [Part 5]. All episodes will be on-d...
Jan 03, 2018•55 min
The buzz: Your crystal ball for 2018 is here! If your #1 business wish this holiday is to know what 2018 holds for your company, your industry and the world, we’ve got the next best thing. We’re bringing you predictions from 70+ thought leaders about the technologies, strategies, and trends that can help you grow and compete in 2018 and beyond. Pour a cup of Joe, Earl, or Dom, and join us for SAP Game-Changers Radio 2018 Predictions–Part 2 live. and there's more on Jan. 3, 10 and 17. All episode...
Dec 27, 2017•56 min
The buzz: Crytal ball for 2018! If your #1 business wish this holiday is to know what 2018 holds for your company, your industry and the world, we’ve got the next best thing: predictions from 75 thought leaders about the technologies, strategies, and trends that can help you grow and compete in 2018 and beyond. Pour a cup of Joe, Earl, or Dom, and join us for Game-Changers Radio 2018 Predictions–Part 1 live. And mark your calendar for Dec. 13, Jan. 3, 10 and 17. Guests: John Santagate, IDC; Andr...
Dec 06, 2017•56 min
The buzz: “Companies that view technology as a tool rather than an integrated part of a vastly different business future–risk their very survival” (SAP Executive Study). Welcome to the 4th industrial revolution, with digital technologies changing the world and challenging businesses. What does today’s digital transformation leader need to do to ensure their company remains relevant tomorrow? SAP researchers and futurists report. The experts speak. David Jonker, SAP: “Moonshots don’t begin with b...
Nov 29, 2017•56 min
The buzz: “You’ll be in trouble quickly if you assume your only–or biggest–competition looks exactly like you” (Paige Leidig). All brands operate in a competitive global environment. Some prefer to ignore the competition. Others are obsessed, using under the radar” spying to track other players. If traditional wisdom still holds–that strong knowledge about competitors’ strengths and weaknesses positions you to make smart marketing strategy decisions–then it’s time to add social media to your com...
Nov 15, 2017•55 min
The buzz: “Companies that view technology as a tool rather than an integrated part of a vastly different business future – risk their very survival” (SAP Executive Study). Welcome to the 4th industrial revolution. The economy is increasingly based on knowledge, creativity, and adaptability. Digital technologies are changing the world and challenging businesses. SAP researchers and futurists are studying the major trends to understand what today’s digital transformation leader needs to start and ...
Nov 08, 2017•56 min
The Buzz: “The robots really embody that love-hate relationship we have with technology.” (Daniel H. Wilson) Headline news: “Security robot 'in critical condition.’” Say what? It’s true. When Washington D.C. security robot “Steve” took a plunge in a nearby pond, his on-the-job self-drowning accident raised two pivotal questions: Do we really wants robots in the workforce? And which jobs should go to robots versus to humans? In an SAP Digitalist Magazine online survey of more than 1,000 responden...
Nov 01, 2017•56 min
The buzz: “CHROs using artificial intelligence in the workplace…to transform recruiting, HR service centers, and learning and development? I believe the answer is yes” (J. Meister). As AI moves from ideation to reality, businesses face a challenge: how to use AI systems to help human employees be more productive and happier, rather than to replace them. Good news: The new digital workforce has room for both. Ready to integrate this next AI wave into your processes? The experts speak. Darwin Dean...
Oct 25, 2017•54 min
The buzz: “79% of sales people that use social media outsell their peers” [Forbes]. Social selling is at a tipping point, “that magic moment when an idea, trend, or social behavior crosses a threshold, tips, spreads like wildfire” (Malcolm Gladwell). It is impacting how sales and marketing teams collaborate, do business and engage customers. But the laggards – organizations just now joining the social bandwagon – are in “reactive” instead of “proactive” mode. How can they incorporate social sell...
Oct 18, 2017•54 min
The buzz: “New research provides compelling evidence that diversity unlocks innovation and drives market growth” (hbr.org). With the commoditization of technology, your company may have focused on improving efficiencies. But if you used a cookie-cutter approach to reshape business processes, organizational models, data and architecture, you may have an unwelcome by-product: the inability to innovate. How to fix? Build-in diversity at every level–systems, data, processes, ecosystems, people and s...
Oct 11, 2017•56 min
The buzz: “Today thoughtful people everywhere are trying to understand the implications of a protocol that enables mere mortals to manufacture trust through clever code. This has never happened before” (Don and Alex Tapscott). Just when the switch to digital money threatens the banks’ cash-handling function, blockchain technology is attacking their role as a trusted intermediary. This is just the tip of the blockchain iceberg. Blockchain is emerging across other industries and lines of business....
Oct 04, 2017•58 min
The buzz: “Male VCs—obviously most are—are very comfortable now giving female entrepreneurs capital for ‘girl stuff’” (Vivoom). Don’t be fooled. Sexual harassment and discriminatory treatment toward women are not a Silicon Valley-only problem, nor can they be undone by men’s “nice” blogs. Female-founded businesses are out-performing male-started businesses 5 to 1, boosting the US economy by $1.6T. Yet only 2% of funding has gone to women startup founders. What will it take to lift these gender b...
Sep 27, 2017•56 min
The buzz: “Motivation is an art, not a science” (Dan Tyre). If you’re regularly paying sales incentives to customers and partners but getting nothing in return, you know the challenges of juggling an array of programs and pressure to achieve bottom line visibility. Wouldn’t it be helpful to learn how to optimally manage complex partner programs for contracts, pricing, rebates, incentives, and more? The experts speak. Cara DeGraff, Vistex: “We cannot solve our problems with the same thinking we u...
Sep 20, 2017•57 min
The buzz: “You can invent alone, but you can’t innovate alone” (G. van Wulfen). Business leaders have long pondered whether culture impacts an organization’s evolution and growth. If culture is the “personality” shaping the ability to drive innovation, what type of culture will spark new ideas while disrupting old models? Will multiple personalities fight each other? The experts speak. Dan Seewald, Pfizer: “Creativity is just connecting things. When you ask creative people how they did something...
Sep 13, 2017•55 min
The Buzz: “Tax complexity itself is a kind of tax” (Max Baucus). The confluence of global trade, new technologies and governments' increasing need for tax revenue is impacting the global commerce landscape, challenging you and your competitors. To stay afloat, you need to understand, prepare for and stay on top of changing tax and regulatory compliance rules, as well as new technologies and platforms – including blockchain, machine learning, and big data. Got your lifejacket ready? The experts s...
Aug 23, 2017•57 min
The Buzz: “Disruption is a process, not an event, and innovations can only be disruptive relative to something else” (Clay Christensen). Rapid change has forced today’s visionary business leaders to replace conventional growth models with a Disruptive Solutions mindset. Say what? This creative thinking methodology enables leaders to anticipate and quickly react to industry disruptions, identify unplanned opportunities, and move past internally-directed core competency thinking to leverage open i...
Aug 16, 2017•57 min
