SUCCEEDING IN DISRUPTIVE TIMES
Shipping delays and disruptions erode profitability of MSMEs: Ketan Kulkarni, Allcargo Group
Extended transit times can result in increased transportation expenses and potential penalties for late deliveries, further straining financial resources, says Ketan Kulkarni, Chief Growth Officer, Allcargo Group.
People who kept 'hisab-kitab' for Pakistan in the past queued up to vote this time: J&K Police chief
The Jammu and Kashmir administration and police have ensured a safe space for voters in the region during the recent Lok Sabha election, according to DGP Rashmi Ranjan Swain. This year's election saw a remarkable voter turnout, signaling a shift in the region's political landscape. The three Lok Sabha seats in the Valley, Srinagar, Baramulla, and Anantnag-Rajouri, recorded their highest-ever voter turnouts in the last three decades.
Why did protesters disrupt Jill Biden's speech at Human Rights Campaign dinner? Know in detail
Dozens of protesters gathered outside of the Fairmont Century Plaza Hotel in Century City, the venue. Jill Biden made an appearance at a fundraiser at the home of Dr. Patricia Gordon in Hancock Park.
New York-based BreachLock looks at Hyderabad ODC to build disruptive cyber tech
BreachLock recently launched an innovation hub, an advanced Offshore Development Center (ODC) in Hyderabad, India
New skills will matter more than your certificates: 5 skills you should master in 2024 to succeed
With sustained talk of an impending recession, bigger companies are chasing efficiency over growth and, hence, cutting costs. These economic cycles are temporary and the direction will reverse in due course. However, the changes in technology and society are irreversible, and their impact on businesses and jobs will be long-lasting. Let’s look at the key career trends for 2024.
ETtech Opinion | Culture, technology, resilience: the changing business imperative in challenging times
As per a survey, 89% of respondents cited resilience as one of their most important strategic organisational priorities. It also revealed that 96% of organisations have experienced disruption in the past two years. Hence, the ability to bounce back is crucial for any business to succeed in today's unpredictable global environment.
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How ‘Just-in-Time’ manufacturing is reasserting itself globally
In most industries worldwide outside of aerospace manufacturing, the supply chains are almost back to normal and their conditions are further improving. But many companies have suddenly realised they have too much inventory and are now de-stocking.
Apt time to buy some of the pharma stocks: Manish Sonthalia
In a rising interest rate scenario, all these things are bound to happen. We are coming out of a regime where there was zero cost of capital two years ago. And today, cost of capital is significantly higher than those levels. So, if your denominator is expanded, your valuations will obviously cut.
Digital transformation in an uncertain world: 6 strategies to succeed and create competitive advantage
What should be the future of digital transformation? With hyperconnected India, the digital age of 2047 will be very different from what it looks today.
India's G20 Presidency comes at 'incredibly important time': UK Foreign Secretary Cleverly
Cleverly, the UK's Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, addressed the high-level UN Security Council debate on 'Maintenance of peace and security of Ukraine' here Friday, held on the one-year anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Adani issue a company problem, not an attack on India, says finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman
"There is trust in India, India's markets, India's economy, India's leadership and India's vision for a future and India's role in the global economic revival, if there is anything, it is good confidence. In the last few days, our forex reserve has actually gone up by $8 billion. It in not the BJP governent at the Centre or state level that have called them and give projects."
Accel Atoms introduces its second cohort of 10 disruptive startups
Accel launched Atoms in August 2021 to help turbocharge growth for early-stage startups. The selected startups undergo 100 days of learning and development.
Fuel leak disrupts NASA's 2nd shot at launching moon rocket
As the sun rose, an over-pressure alarm sounded and the tanking operation was briefly halted, but no damage occurred and the effort resumed, NASA's Launch Control reported. But minutes later, hydrogen fuel began leaking from the engine section at the bottom of the rocket. NASA halted the operation, while engineers scrambled to plug what was believed to be a gap around a seal.
Future lies in technological disruption: Amitabh Kant, CEO Niti Aayog
Pushing evolving new technologies such as advanced cell chemistry batteries and green hydrogen would be the future. India will have to be the first country in the world to industrialise without the need to carbonise. This is not a challenge. Rather, it is a massive opportunity. Niti must become the ambassador of technological disruption in India.
Can the Fed engineer a soft landing in this turbulent time?
The message from the Fed is very clear. The era of cheap and ample money is over. It is important to appreciate the fact that humungous liquidity has played an important role in the global bull rally that began after the market crash of March 2020.
Indian crypto exchanges facing tough times as volumes nosedive
As announced in the union budget 2022, the Indian government is levying 30 per cent taxations on the gains arising from the trade of crypto assets. Many of the market players saw this move as an anti crypto stance.
Pakistani drone dropped ammunition, IEDs in J-K; first time chemical in liquid form sent with consignment: DGP Dilbag Singh
With an intention to disrupt the peace maintained in Jammu and Kashmir, Pakistani drone on Wednesday dropped grenades, IEDs, pistols, and ammunition in the region, and for the first time a chemical in liquid form was also sent with the consignment, said the police on Thursday.
View: Why companies should stop seeing disruptive innovation through the lens of failure
In India, the EV industry has had its share of debacles. Good or bad, these baby steps reaffirmed faith in EVs, and sustaining (some “jugaad”) innovations continued. Disruptive innovations in the sector happened in the last 5-7 years where new motors, electronics and battery packs were designed and manufactured in India, for India.
JioPhone Next smartphone unlikely to cause any disruption due to high price, say analysts
But analysts said the due to the supply crisis and high component rates, the device has been priced higher than what was expected and what is available in the market. As a result, it is unlikely to be able to cause the disruption it was intended for.
Climate change disrupts supply chains — companies investing in responsible energy are resilient: John D Sterman
John D. Sterman teaches at the MIT Sloan School of Management. Speaking to Srijana Mitra Das, he discusses climate impacts on supply chains — and mitigations for greater sustainability:
Blue Yonder’s Luminate: A Digital Supply Chain Platform that is helping Indian companies succeed
In India, Blue Yonder started its operation in January 2010 with the acquisition of i2 Technologies, a leader in manufacturing, supply chain, retail, and transportation solutions. This acquisition brought together two market leaders, resulting in Blue Yonder’s ability to provide the most comprehensive, integrated supply chain offering, spanning from materials to the consumer.
Genpact opens up part of its learning programme to help professionals succeed in digital age
Amidst constant disruption, professionals need to constantly improve their skills to distinguish themselves and provide maximum value in a hyper-competitive job market. By opening to the public parts of its continuous learning platform, Genome, the firm aims to help participants learn and master a wide variety of essential skills relevant to many key roles at the heart of digital transformation.
Donald Trump tried to kill trade. Covid-19 just might succeed
Fixated on the idea that trade is a battle that the US was losing, Trump set about wrecking the system.
Queen Elizabeth II invokes war-time spirit of self-discipline in special Covid-19 address, says 'we will succeed'
The monarch acknowledged the grief, pain and financial difficulties of the nation.
Success at work: 6 key skills you need to succeed in the coming decade
Your degrees don’t matter, and your skills won’t last. Employers are displaying a clear preference for work skills over coveted academic degrees. Here are the key skills that you need to survive and thrive in the coming decade.
How to survive in stockbroking industry amid tech disruptions, zero-cost offerings
Time was when brokers ruled and clients grovelled in front of them!
Data Localisation in theory could help India better protect the privacy of its citizens: Kathy Bloomgarden
The free flow of data is what allowed for the rise of BPO and IT companies in India.
Deliberated disruptions: BJP has mastered the art of accruing political dividends
BJP has mastered the art of accruing political dividends even as India passes through a turbulent stretch.
Career goals to succeed in 2018
The ability to adapt will determine future success. Here is a lowdown on the state of jobs in a slew of sectors, and how employees can adapt their career goals.
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