

AI needs some Governance
Yes, again that word – “Governance”. AI governance is a critical aspect that must be addressed due to the inherent pros and cons, rewards, and
Yes, again that word – “Governance”. AI governance is a critical aspect that must be addressed due to the inherent pros and cons, rewards, and
Software projects can be completed on time and without surprises when requirements are clearly communicated ‘up front’, the more detail, the better. Creating software project
In the digital age where technology is a fundamental part of our lives, understanding the concepts and nuances can be a bit of a challenge,
Stepping into the Fast-Paced World of Technology: A Business Perspective In an era where technology is developing at an astonishing pace, it is not surprising
Do you need to Unplug & Reconnect an Overstimulated Workforce? People’s increasing need for and/or exposure to stimulation affects both their receptiveness to commercial messages
When dealing with security, software QA deserves its own mention. QA, or Quality Assurance, can be considered its own field of study. Most people believe
Re-evaluating Our Problem-Solving Approaches Question the Processes, Understand the Situations, and Preserve the People When confronted with problems, it’s vital to remember three fundamental aspects
DENTAL Doubt – Ego – Negativity – Time – Ambivalence – Laziness The Hidden Forces That Make Change Feel Like Pulling Teeth D is for
Many people talk about the flawed information provided by AI “language apps”. It is true, AI apps do provide flawed information. Also, some AI apps
Evolving inter-generational workforce dynamics could hurt your business. Inter-generational workforce dynamics are shifting as financially anxious Baby Boomers exit the workforce and Millennials and younger
Risk Management – a high level description Risk management is a process. The goal of the process is to understand risks and take (affordable) steps
Ever feel like you’re wrestling with an overstuffed plate of obligations? Or like you’re so caught up in the minutiae that you lose sight of
Habits have a special relationship with Time. Understand this relationship. It is a key to success and peace of mind. Habits have a special relationship
Every day, organizations generate an overwhelming amount of data. The sheer volume can be daunting, but hidden within this data are insights and opportunities that
So often AI is portrayed either as a surreal robot or as a surreal circuit boardish thing. For example, Bing created these images when I
A bit about Gallup I’ve been a fan of Gallup’s StrengthsFinder [now CliftonStrengths] for over 20 years. No questions or surprise – Learner is my
We named our company, Waterloo Intuition & Technology Corporation Some People Believe… “Gut Feel” is when you have a strong feeling that isn’t backed by
A Brief History of AI The following timeline highlights the contributions of just a few key players, but the field of AI is vast, and
The Problem Today, leaders of small to mid-size businesses are facing too many challenging problems. Often, these challenging problems are tied to keeping up with
Over the last few years, I have written and talked about the communication problems that happen when business leaders use words like Passion and Integrity
A conditional expression uses simple Boolean-type logic. They enable programming branches and non-infinite loops. They use three basic operators, typically && (for And), || (for
Q: Why did Al Gore create algorithms? A: There seems to be some confusion in your question. Al Gore, the former Vice President of the
I recently added a comment to LinkedIn post: “As AI assistants leap from helpful to hacking, we’re reminded that the digital dance between innovation and
In TLDR, I read the following about Geoffery Hinton’s retirement: ‘Godfather of AI’ quits Google with regrets and fears about his life’s work (2 minute
Making decisions is an essential part of our daily lives, and it is no different when it comes to running a small to mid-size business
In a recent ‘dialogue’ with ChatGPT… I explored AI responses tied to questions about optimism and pessimism. After a few Q&A iterations, ChatGPT made an
Ten Years ago, in 2013, I wrote the following blog about creativity. Here’s a thought about creativity vis-à-vis right and wrong: creativity is not about
Introduction The Clients’ Clients Philosophy is a game-changing concept that can revolutionize the way you do business. It’s about not just providing excellent products and
As a business leader, striking the right balance between strategic thinking and attention to detail is crucial. Both aspects are essential for long-term success, and
The Law of the Barbell: Some people spot, some people lift, and some people just keep adding weights. For example, consider Civility… Civility is defined
In today’s fast-paced world, business leaders must exhibit confidence without intimidating their followers. It is crucial to strike a balance between self-assuredness and humility while
I decided to let AI be the judge. For well over a decade, I have talked about [argued] the need for people to be comfortable
Dan Ariely, in his book ‘The Upside of Irrationality’ (2010), rightly points out that making big, important, life-changing decisions is difficult due to the numerous
Introduction: The world of IT has highly skilled professionals who make our daily lives easier through their technical prowess. But what happens when things don’t
It seems to me trust is a fragile thing. When two people share trust and one of them perceives an injustice trust quickly comes into
A tech project succeeds when it finishes on time, within budget and it works. These are the typical success metrics but there are more. There
Understanding Attitude Attitude can be defined as an individual’s mental disposition toward a particular situation, object, or person. Our attitudes influence how we perceive and
In the beginning…there was Reality Reality refers to everything that exists and can be experienced, perceived, or measured, including physical objects, events, thoughts, and emotions.
What does “Augmented Reality” mean? Augmented Reality is like adding a layer of digital things on top of what you see in the real world.
I’ve been listening to Roger Dawson’s vintage audio course on negotiating. And I’ve been evaluating AI effectiveness. Putting those two together, I used AI to
Some people get very annoyed when words like “understand”, “think”, and “know” are applied to AI capabilities. Here’s a link with an example of concerns
As technology continues to evolve, the importance of securing digital information grows. One crucial aspect that is often overlooked in information technology (IT) security is
Do you worry about staffing, supply chain, or cyber-threat problems? I ask this question because, at last month’s Centre for Family Business event, many business
Introduction to the P=2S+O approach to solving problems The P=2S+O approach is a powerful problem-solving methodology that stands for: “For every Problem, you can find
In today’s increasingly digital world, organizations rely heavily on information technology (IT) and information systems (IS) to drive innovation, efficiency, and growth. Though often used
Alvin Toffler’s ground-breaking work, “Future Shock,” highlighted the potential consequences of rapid technological and societal change. Toffler was incredibly prescient in his analysis, predicting the
Small to Mid-Size Businesses are the Backbone of Our Economy Small to mid-size businesses (SMEs) in Canada are the backbone of the economy, and they
The user experience (UX) of the future will impress users with advancements generated by ongoing technological innovations, evolving user expectations, and an increasing emphasis on
Futuristic user interfaces (UI) are likely to be more immersive, adaptive, and intuitive than current UI designs. As technology advances, we can expect the following
The Importance of Mental Health Treatments Mental health conditions affect a sizable portion of the global population and can have a profound impact on an
This blog presents thoughts about how Decision-Making, coupled with technology advancements and social trends, is likely to evolve over the next 10 to 20 years.
Napoleon Hill, a famous American author and motivational speaker, is often credited with the quote “Dreaming is the seedling of reality.” Hill believed that success
In recent years, there has been a noticeable shift in the way businesses view technology. What used to be seen as a tool to support