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As the chief data officer role evolves to focus on innovation and growth, job ambiguity and entrenched company cultures remain stumbling blocks.
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Companies that make the effort to learn more about their supply chain can see higher sales among some consumers.
CDOs look to the future
Chief data officers are on the rise as companies harness the power of information. This evolution isn’t without growing pains.
State-level R&D tax credits create startups, but not success
Tax breaks for research and development mean more innovation and entrepreneurship, but not necessarily better — or faster — innovation and entrepreneurship.
Predicting customer trends with sales data
The algorithm calculates customer trends and the most effective targeted promotions.
Enterprises embrace the platform
Online marketplaces aren’t just for startups. Here’s how Barclays Bank and Albertsons Cos. are capitalizing on an ecosystem of partners.
A hiring expert’s advice on charting a path to the C-suite
Check your ego, adapt to new leadership styles, and other advice from an MIT executive education course.
The standard-setting heroes of global technology
These three pioneers made quiet contributions to technology and the global economy that can’t be understated. Without their work, nothing works.
2 strong predictors of startup success
Successful companies tend to set up shop in Delaware and protect their ideas.
MIT Sloan researchers shortlisted for Thinkers50 awards
The Thinkers50 awards honor business thought leaders. Here’s a look at attention-getting insights from MIT Sloan researchers who made the shortlist.
3 forces pushing on the platform economy
Experts weigh in on regulations, new technology, and inverted firms.