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Consultancies Remain Vital Despite AI Developer Tools
SocialMar 2, 2026

Consultancies Remain Vital Despite AI Developer Tools

Yes, systems integrators and global consultancies need to make big changes. But a dev armed with Claude doesn't replace their value overnight. This post (and graphic) reminds us of how deep these vendors are with their clients ... https://t.co/KYjcwTYoxd https://t.co/RTDrMZUI3V

By Richard Seroter
AI Transforming Energy: Optimizing Utilities and Fault Detection
SocialMar 2, 2026

AI Transforming Energy: Optimizing Utilities and Fault Detection

AI applications have the capacity to revolutionise the way we produce & consume energy Today AI is helping power utilities optimise operations like equipment maintenance & replacements, as well improving fault prevention & detection More 👉 https://t.co/j1qWzqgCEL @IEA #AI #IoT #5G #MWC26

By Harold Sinnott
Planning Trumps Strategy, Empowering Technocrats Over Strategists
SocialMar 2, 2026

Planning Trumps Strategy, Empowering Technocrats Over Strategists

Welcome to Chapter Two of the Playing to Win/Practitioner Insights (PTW/PI) book club. I am reprising the 37 pieces that were ranked highest by readers – and they make up one books-worth of content. The second is Why Planning over Strategy? https://t.co/L7EbtoalCF In...

By Roger L. Martin
Future of Work: People, Agents, Robots Collaborate
SocialMar 2, 2026

Future of Work: People, Agents, Robots Collaborate

The future of work isn’t Human vs. Machine. We’re moving toward a "tripartite" workforce: People + Agents + Robots Despite AI’s ability to automate 57% of tasks, the human element remains the competitive edge. See why: https://t.co/akYPtsI3GU @McKinsey_MGI #AI #MWC26 #IoT #5G #FutureOfWork

By Harold Sinnott
One Clear CTA Beats Multiple Choices Every Time
SocialMar 2, 2026

One Clear CTA Beats Multiple Choices Every Time

Spotted three different CTAs on a single landing page yesterday: "Request a Demo" "Discuss Your ROI" "Explore the Platform" Two of them went to the same form. None had clear visual hierarchy. Users were getting decision paralysis. Most teams don't realize that every additional CTA...

By Paul Boag
IBM Shifts From Tech Milestones to Business KPIs
SocialMar 2, 2026

IBM Shifts From Tech Milestones to Business KPIs

Early start at #MWC26 with Rahul Kumar at the @IBM booth. We talked Autonomous Networks, AI-driven operations, and the shift from technical milestones to real business KPIs. Barcelona is where strategy meets execution, and #IBM is leaning into both. #Quantum @IBM @MWCHub...

By Harold Sinnott
China’s EV Success Seeds Future Domestic Competition
SocialMar 2, 2026

China’s EV Success Seeds Future Domestic Competition

"𝐄𝐥𝐨𝐧, 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐧𝐮𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐬. You helped build the electric vehicle market in China. In doing so, you accelerated the rise of competitors who now operate at massive scale." The question is not whether competition intensifies. It is whether you...

By Ram Charan
From Possibility to Live Execution: AI Networks Now
SocialMar 2, 2026

From Possibility to Live Execution: AI Networks Now

MWC energy with @EvanKirstel and @JimHarris ! From AI-native networks to enterprise automation, the conversation this year is less about “what’s possible” and more about “what’s live.” Execution era. #MWC26 https://t.co/NfDsiLq8wv

By Harold Sinnott
Telcos Power Networks, Yet Miss OTT Value—Spinouts Proposed
SocialMar 2, 2026

Telcos Power Networks, Yet Miss OTT Value—Spinouts Proposed

We power the system but we barely get any value from it, says Christel Heydemann, CEO of @Orange during kickoff keynote at #MWC26 in. Barcelona. This has been a complain of telcos for several years as OTT vendors can innovate...

By Sarbjeet Johal
Agentic Enterprise Marks AI‑Driven Phase Change
SocialMar 2, 2026

Agentic Enterprise Marks AI‑Driven Phase Change

The AI Imperative: Resilience Reimagined-Protecting the Agentic Enterprise - The shift to the agentic enterprise is not merely an upgrade; it’s a phase change. We’re talking about systems that operate with breathtaking autonomy and at a massive scale. https://t.co/TWAXIQbUE0

By Dez Blanchfield
Security Requires Collaboration, Regulation for Trust in OTT
SocialMar 2, 2026

Security Requires Collaboration, Regulation for Trust in OTT

Trust needs security and security needs collaboration, institutions, regulations, says SUNIL BHARTI MITTAL FOUNDER & CHAIRMAN BHARTI ENTERPRISES during the kickoff keynote. The OTT (likes of WhatssApp and Telegram) players are not in same frameworks of regulations, he added. https://t.co/QDRuQ5KKOJ

By Sarbjeet Johal
AI Shows KPI Design Must Prioritize Impact Over Proxies
SocialMar 2, 2026

AI Shows KPI Design Must Prioritize Impact Over Proxies

What #AI reveals about performance measurement: proxies get optimized. If you measure speed, you may lose quality. If you measure output, you may miss impact. In the ML era, KPI design is a leadership discipline. https://t.co/FfVafJZaUk @mitsmr #MWC26 https://t.co/0jER9RZRs1

By Harold Sinnott
Trust Is the New Currency for Modern Leaders
SocialMar 2, 2026

Trust Is the New Currency for Modern Leaders

#TimTalk - Trust as currency: why trust is a core professional trait for all leaders today with David Tweddle https://t.co/yBrmSVgfs7 via @DLAIgnite #SocialSelling #DigitalSelling #Sales #SalesLeader #Leadership #Culture #Motivation #Marketing #Mindset #Inspiration https://t.co/wYTGz286wj

By Tim Hughes
Consistent Effort Beats Chasing Perfect Outcomes
SocialMar 2, 2026

Consistent Effort Beats Chasing Perfect Outcomes

Perfection is a static target. Effort is a dynamic input. Leaders who chase “perfect” wait for ideal conditions, flawless plans, and complete certainty. Leaders who commit to disciplined daily effort compound capability. Transformation rarely arrives in breakthroughs; it accumulates in...

By Fayaz King
AI Agents Prompt Rethink of Management Structures
SocialMar 2, 2026

AI Agents Prompt Rethink of Management Structures

#TimTalk – Does the rise of AI agents mean we need fewer layers of management, or does it require a completely different kind of manager? with Dan Sodergren https://t.co/FpTzeBmYIM @DLAIgnite #SocialSelling #DigitalSelling #Technology #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #Robotics #Industry5.0 #Leadership #TechNews

By Tim Hughes
Leaders Balance Acceptance, Accountability, and Performance
SocialMar 1, 2026

Leaders Balance Acceptance, Accountability, and Performance

#TimTalk - How do leaders balance acceptance with accountability and performance? with Mau Espinosa https://t.co/djlZ0UG9GW via @DLAIgnite #SocialSelling #DigitalSelling #Sales #Leadership #Culture #Motivation #Marketing #Success #Entrepreneur #Management https://t.co/t5Q67eQA37

By Tim Hughes
Scaling AI: Cost Vs. Asset Lifecycle ROI
SocialMar 1, 2026

Scaling AI: Cost Vs. Asset Lifecycle ROI

The ROI of Scale: Computational Costs vs. Asset Lifecycles - For AI engineers working in sectors like rail, utilities, and energy, the primary challenge has shifted from “Can we build it?” to “Can we afford to scale it?” https://t.co/SjIN9Uk9eF

By Dez Blanchfield
CEOs Must Align, Not Operate: The Key to Scale
SocialMar 1, 2026

CEOs Must Align, Not Operate: The Key to Scale

The CEO’s job isn’t to run the company. It’s to align it. Operations can be delegated. Alignment cannot. A CEO stuck in execution becomes an operator. A CEO who aligns vision, strategy, people, and incentives builds scale. Execution is the engine. Alignment is the steering wheel. Drive...

By Abraham Kah
Government AI Shifts From Pilots to Full Operations
SocialMar 1, 2026

Government AI Shifts From Pilots to Full Operations

Government AI moves from pilots to ops State and local agencies embed AI for efficiency and trusted services. #AI #CES2026 #MWC26 #IoT https://t.co/BvQ83jDytY https://t.co/7vryqhaQfj

By Harold Sinnott
Organizational Intelligence Drives 2026 Enterprise AI Roadmaps
SocialMar 1, 2026

Organizational Intelligence Drives 2026 Enterprise AI Roadmaps

AI trends to watch in 2026: Organizational Intelligence — AI integration + governance shaping enterprise roadmaps. #AI #CES2026 #MWC26 #IoT https://t.co/gExv6cJTH4

By Harold Sinnott
Efficiency Drives Growth in the Post‑SaaS Era
SocialMar 1, 2026

Efficiency Drives Growth in the Post‑SaaS Era

Efficiency is the New Growth: Navigating the Post-SaaS-pocalypse by @Timothy_Hughes https://t.co/7x2TCrXKsm @DLAIgnite #SocialSelling #DigitalSelling #Sales #Marketing #MarketingStrategy #Strategy #Leadership #ArtificialIntelligence #Innovation #Technology #Tech #TechNews #SaaS #Cloud #CloudComputing

By Tim Hughes
Why AI Synthetic Data Matters and How to Build It
SocialFeb 28, 2026

Why AI Synthetic Data Matters and How to Build It

#TimTalk – Why do you need AI synthetic data and how do you create it? with Bertrand Godillot https://t.co/4tk5ubDQNI via @DLAIgnite #SocialSelling #DigitalSelling #Sales #SalesTips #SalesLeader #Salesforce #Leadership #Marketing #ArtificialIntelligence #Innovation #Technology #Tech #TechNews

By Tim Hughes
18 Industries Set to Generate $48T by 2040
SocialFeb 28, 2026

18 Industries Set to Generate $48T by 2040

Where will the next wave of global growth come from? 🌊 @McKinsey_MGI breaks down the 18 industries, from AI to healthcare, set to drive up to $48 trillion in revenue by 2040. These 🔟 charts visualize the future of competition: https://t.co/MURdZJwPdW...

By Harold Sinnott
AI Value Lies in Orchestrated Workflows, Not Tools
SocialFeb 28, 2026

AI Value Lies in Orchestrated Workflows, Not Tools

This “Top 15 AI Tools Everyone Must Use” list is useful — but the real value isn’t the tools. It’s the operating model behind them. A few strategic takeaways 👇 1️⃣ Tools cluster around workflows, not roles Notice the pattern:...

By Giuliano Liguori
GDPR Compliance Varies by Investor, Innovator, Researcher Lenses
SocialFeb 28, 2026

GDPR Compliance Varies by Investor, Innovator, Researcher Lenses

"What compliance requirements do articles cover for GDPR?" Same question. Three completely different answers depending on who's asking. An investor, an innovation leader, and a researcher walk into GDPR compliance. None of them see the same thing. Swipe for all three lenses. https://t.co/hh9Yl86EuO

By Yves Mulkers
MWC 2026: Embracing Agentic AI in the IQ Era
SocialFeb 28, 2026

MWC 2026: Embracing Agentic AI in the IQ Era

MWC 2026 lands 🛬 March 2–5 📍Barcelona🥘 Theme: "The IQ Era" moving beyond "being connected" to a world where our networks and data centers think and act for us with Agentic AI. Which smart shift matters most? 🗳️👇 @GSMA @MWCHub #MWC26 #TheIQEra #DataCenters

By Glen Gilmore
Automation Upgrades Talent, Freeing Minds for Impact
SocialFeb 28, 2026

Automation Upgrades Talent, Freeing Minds for Impact

When teams hear “Automation,” they think job security , not efficiency. Reality: automation doesn’t replace talent. It upgrades it. It’s not here for creativity or strategy. It removes repetitive tasks that drain impact. The myth: Robots are taking jobs. The truth: Technology removes robotic...

By Abraham Kah
Learning Velocity Threatens $847B in Regulated Transformations
SocialFeb 27, 2026

Learning Velocity Threatens $847B in Regulated Transformations

Most regulated industries still rely on 24-month transformation projects. Seventy percent fail to deliver value. That gap puts $847B at risk by 2030. I explore why learning velocity is the real threat. Watch the full episode now: https://t.co/3EzvLwQdvE https://t.co/BesD9wBahx

By Jim Marous
From MIT MITEF to Outthinker Summit: Reuniting Innovators
SocialFeb 27, 2026

From MIT MITEF to Outthinker Summit: Reuniting Innovators

We met in 2009 through MIT’s MITEF program. Now we’re spending the next two days at the @Outthinker Network Strategy Summit. @scaleupwithjen Grateful for brilliant minds and even better friends. #Strategy #Leadership #Innovation #Outthinker #BusinessStrategy https://t.co/SJsXWrUwzP

By Kaihan Krippendorff
Scale Empathy with Unified Service Management, Not Chatbots
SocialFeb 27, 2026

Scale Empathy with Unified Service Management, Not Chatbots

The CMO wants "empathy," but the CIO needs "architecture." You can't scale empathy without a unified platform that connects front-office engagement to back-office execution. Don't buy a chatbot; invest in a Service Management ecosystem. Details: https://t.co/ajGMKZ1mkJ #CIO #CMO #CX #CCaaS #AI #ServiceManagement

By Tim Crawford
Amazon Bets Low-Cost Strategy to Dominate AI
SocialFeb 27, 2026

Amazon Bets Low-Cost Strategy to Dominate AI

.@WSJ: Amazon Tries Its Low-Cost Approach to Winning the AI Race. < My quote within the post. https://t.co/Z8Y3jv0mqC #CIO #AI

By Tim Crawford
Efficiency Revolution: Companies Will Trim Workforce by Half
SocialFeb 27, 2026

Efficiency Revolution: Companies Will Trim Workforce by Half

Could you operate your company with half the people? Jack Dorsey’s announcement yesterday, reducing Block’s headcount from 10,000 to 6,000, should provoke this question in every management team. The stock surged 24%. Dorsey’s memo framed it as inevitable : Within...

By Tomasz Tunguz
AI Success Demands Dedicated Agent Management Teams
SocialFeb 27, 2026

AI Success Demands Dedicated Agent Management Teams

To Thrive in the AI Era, Companies Need Agent Managers https://t.co/5kEKrzEC7v [Reg Req] #ArtificialIntelligence #Innovation #Technology #Tech #TechNews https://t.co/UUV6jamuJD

By Tim Hughes
Clients Choose You: Accident or Earned Expertise?
SocialFeb 27, 2026

Clients Choose You: Accident or Earned Expertise?

The last client you closed, how did they find you? Was it by accident or did you put the work in to be the expert that they sought after?

By Bianca S. Robinson
Amazon Commits $50B, Makes AWS Exclusive OpenAI Cloud
SocialFeb 27, 2026

Amazon Commits $50B, Makes AWS Exclusive OpenAI Cloud

.@amazon/@awscloud forges a multifaceted partnership with @OpenAI. Part of deal consists of: - Amazon will invest $50 billion in OpenAI - OpenAI to use AWS chips - Amazon will be exclusive 3P cloud distribution provider for OpenAl Frontier “Developers and companies of...

By Sarbjeet Johal
RAG Success Depends on Ecosystem, Not Just Model Choice
SocialFeb 27, 2026

RAG Success Depends on Ecosystem, Not Just Model Choice

This is one of the cleanest visual summaries of a production-grade RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) stack I’ve seen. What it highlights clearly is an often-ignored reality: RAG is not a single tool — it’s an ecosystem. A solid RAG system spans multiple, interchangeable layers: LLMs...

By Giuliano Liguori
Build Trust with Data, Not Just Logos
SocialFeb 27, 2026

Build Trust with Data, Not Just Logos

"We only have one partner logo to show. How do we build credibility?" This came up in a call with a healthcare AI company. Early stage, incredible tech, but limited social proof. Here's what I recommended instead of the traditional logo wall: →...

By Paul Boag
Cold War Law Threatens AI Vendor Contract Protections
SocialFeb 27, 2026

Cold War Law Threatens AI Vendor Contract Protections

Question for Monday's meeting: "If the government invoked a Cold War-era law to access our AI tools, would our vendor contracts protect us?" This isn't hypothetical. The Pentagon did it this week. What would your team's answer be? https://t.co/3QPuHpodWP

By Yves Mulkers
Inside Maintenance & Reliability: Greg Perry’s Expert Insights
SocialFeb 27, 2026

Inside Maintenance & Reliability: Greg Perry’s Expert Insights

A while ago I sat down with Greg Perry, Senior Capacity Assurance Consultant at Excelix, behind microphones, to record an in-depth podcast, to gain valuable insights into the world of maintenance and reliability.. click to press PLAY and tune-in now.. https://t.co/egsCmIjFGs

By Dez Blanchfield
Meetings without Decisions Drain Energy; Leaders Must Intervene
SocialFeb 27, 2026

Meetings without Decisions Drain Energy; Leaders Must Intervene

When nothing happens, it is the greatest drain on human energy. Are these familiar to you? 1. You spend hours in a meeting and nothing happens. No decision. No clarity. No outcome. 2. You traveled across the world and never got to the...

By Ram Charan
Fix the Root, Not Just the Symptom
SocialFeb 27, 2026

Fix the Root, Not Just the Symptom

You can fix symptoms, but if you ignore the root cause, it returns. In business and life, we chase quick fixes because they feel like progress. But fast isn’t finished if you repeat it next week. A Band-Aid on a deep wound...

By Abraham Kah
Boost First‑Touch Resolution with AI‑Powered CCaaS Integration
SocialFeb 26, 2026

Boost First‑Touch Resolution with AI‑Powered CCaaS Integration

If your AI strategy is just "deflecting" calls, you're missing the point. The goal is "resolution velocity." By integrating CCaaS with Service Management, you empower agents with real-time back-office data to solve problems on the first touch. The new ROI: https://t.co/ajGMKZ1mkJ #CIO...

By Tim Crawford
Eliminate Packages, Deliver Custom Feel with Systemized Backend
SocialFeb 26, 2026

Eliminate Packages, Deliver Custom Feel with Systemized Backend

I completely deleted "packages" from my offerings , my clients still feel like they're getting custom support but in the back end it's still productized and systemized and seamless for my team to deliver

By Zhara (Fractional COO)
Your 6‑figure Support Won’t Get You to 7 Figures
SocialFeb 26, 2026

Your 6‑figure Support Won’t Get You to 7 Figures

It's okay to admit that the support that brought you to your first 6 figures won't bring you to 7 figures. You need an operations team who doesn't flinch when you say margin compression , understands how to handle revenue...

By Zhara (Fractional COO)
CIOs Must Deliver Defensible, Audit-Ready Budget Forecasts
SocialFeb 26, 2026

CIOs Must Deliver Defensible, Audit-Ready Budget Forecasts

#CIOChat Q3: Yet CIOs still owe CFOs defensible numbers and audit-ready plans. How are you reconciling professional budget requirements with uncertainty. Are you using rolling forecasts, dynamic reserves, probabilistic models, or something else? https://t.co/OO17dBefNJ

By Dion Hinchcliffe
Forecasts Shift: From Fixed Predictions to Adaptive Ranges
SocialFeb 26, 2026

Forecasts Shift: From Fixed Predictions to Adaptive Ranges

#CIOChat Q2: AI inference, usage-based SaaS, and consumption pricing have turned forecasts into moving targets. Are you shifting from prediction to ranges, scenarios, or adaptive guardrails, and what techniques are actually working? https://t.co/sWYQQdg3yb

By Dion Hinchcliffe
IT Forecasting Fails Amid Cloud, AI, and Volatility
SocialFeb 26, 2026

IT Forecasting Fails Amid Cloud, AI, and Volatility

#CIOChat Q1: For years, IT planning assumed stable demand curves and predictable spend. Those days are over. What broke first? Cloud elasticity, AI workloads, vendor pricing, or business volatility? When did forecasting stop feeling reliable in your org? https://t.co/GNHxMBE0sO

By Dion Hinchcliffe
Enterprise OS Redefined by Goal‑Driven Agentic AI
SocialFeb 26, 2026

Enterprise OS Redefined by Goal‑Driven Agentic AI

AI is shifting from tools → autonomous systems. Traditional AI: Rules + static models. Agentic AI: Goals + real-time learning + adaptation. The enterprise OS is being rewritten. #AgenticAI #EnterpriseAI https://t.co/TbyiwFlV6C

By Giuliano Liguori
Amazon's $50B OpenAI Bet Depends on IPO or AGI
SocialFeb 26, 2026

Amazon's $50B OpenAI Bet Depends on IPO or AGI

.@theInformation Exclusive: @Amazon’s potential $50B investment in @OpenAI may hinge on two triggers: an IPO or reaching AGI.

By Sarbjeet Johal