Picking the Right ServiceNow Implementation Partner: Why Bigger Isn’t Always Better

Whether you’re just starting your ServiceNow journey or adding to an already complex environment, choosing the right implementation partner may be the most important decision you’ll make. Unless you’re fortunate enough to have the skills and resources to go it alone, the partner you select will play a critical role in your platform’s success—or failure. …

What Can We Expect from Battery Storage Innovation in the Year Ahead?

The energy landscape is undergoing a dramatic transformation, with battery storage playing a pivotal role in enabling a cleaner, more resilient future. As we step into a new year, it’s exciting to consider the potential advancements on the horizon. Here’s what I believe we can anticipate in battery storage innovation: Solid-State Batteries Gaining Traction: While …

Industry 4.0: Are You Ready to Navigate the Future of Work?

The winds of change are blowing through the global workforce, driven by the transformative power of Industry 4.0. This fourth industrial revolution, fueled by automation, artificial intelligence, and interconnectedness, is reshaping how we work, where we work, and even what work itself means.  Associations and chambers of commerce have a crucial role to play in …

Emerging Trends and Securing the Future of Smart Manufacturing

Welcome to the ninth and final article of our series on manufacturing cybersecurity. This installment marks the culmination of our journey through the intricate and evolving landscape of industrial cyber protection in the era of Industry 4.0 and beyond. Throughout this series, we have navigated the complexities of cybersecurity in the manufacturing sector, a critical …

The Future Of Retail: 10 Game-Changing Trends That Will Define 2025

The retail industry is on the cusp of its most dramatic transformation yet. As someone who’s been analyzing business and technology trends for decades, I’m particularly excited about how 2025 is shaping up to be a watershed year where science fiction meets shopping reality. Let’s dive into the key trends that are redefining retail as …

Beyond the Perimeter: Using Zero Trust to Enhance Cyber Security

For digital-based businesses, the traditional castle-and-moat approach to cyber security – where trusted users roam freely within secure perimeters – is crumbling in the face of modern threats. Data breaches, sophisticated cyber attacks, and the global shift to remote work have exposed vulnerabilities in our IT environments, prompting a re-thinking of how we protect our …

The Potential of AI in ERP Software and Digital Transformations

In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, the convergence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software has become a focal point for organizations seeking to gain a competitive edge. As CEO of Third Stage Consulting, a leading independent consultancy specializing in digital transformation and ERP implementation, I have witnessed firsthand the transformative power …

AI Does Not Meet Healthcare Technology Needs on Its Own

The Healthcare Technology Hierarchy of Needs Every endeavor requires strong footing.  Abraham Maslow applied the same canon to human psychological development.  I see Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs as a guiding principle for our use and implementation of AI and all technology in healthcare.  Simply stated, we can only reach our full potential after our most …

How Technology is Revolutionizing the Hospitality Sector

The hospitality industry has undergone massive changes in recent years, largely driven by emerging technologies that are transforming how hotels, restaurants, and other businesses in the sector operate. As someone with over 10 years of experience working in hospitality, I have witnessed firsthand how technology has disrupted and innovated the industry. In this post, I …

The future of Last Mile delivery: Using technological advances to improve performance

In recent years, technological advances have revolutionized various aspects of our lives, and the business sector is no exception. One particular area that has undergone significant change is last mile delivery. Last mile delivery is the final step in the supply chain where goods are transported from a distribution center to the end consumer. This …