TAP - Technology, Innovation, and Growth

IoT or the Internet of Things has been a buzzphrase for a while. So what is IoT? Is it something you should consider for your business? Will it change how we do business?

Now more than ever business data is moving to "The Cloud" and while this does alleviate the headaches of managing many systems other challenges present themselves. Cyber-Security is one but how much of a risk are you taking and should you be concerned?

Many businesses view sales as a cost of doing business but is it more important than that? How much focus should your sales engine have and does you business have a right mix of sales and competency?

A one on one conversation with Rodney Frank about technology, strategy, architecture and being a voice-over artist.

Today, many companies are sold Technology and Architecture interchangeably but should they be? Does having a Architectural plan or roadmap equal having a strategy? Are you safe having one or the other? What if you have neither?

In the modern world one critical thing that all companies need to embrace is Innovation. The problem is that so many companies find it to be mysterious.

Your company has been growing well but now you are in an awkward phase where growing bigger requires something that is different than what you have been doing.

Data analytics is critical in today's business. The reality of the market is that it is highly competitive and every little edge counts. COVID-19 makes this more important because you have to be more careful with every dollar flowing through your business. Starting small and working up is ideal and you don't have to start with big cash investments.  Just be sure you get meaningful correlations.

Ultimately, technology is a personal thing to every business. Is there a "right" amount of tech? Well it really depends on the business itself. The most important part of this for the business is understanding exactly what you are getting and what benefit it will provide. Tangible benefit. Just make sure you are keeping your Mission, Vision, and Values in mind with every purchase.

Every business needs technology partners but how do you know you have a good one? What can you do when you don't?