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How To Get A Seat At The Table

A seat at the table. An opportunity to be involved. A chance to help shape strategy. Acceptance into the club. And recognition of the importance and validity of your voice and contribution. But how do you get a seat at the table at work? And once you've got it, what does it mean?

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Transparency and its Impact on the Candidate Experience

The employees of a company shape the way it operates, influence the culture, and determine how the business is perceived. This is especially relevant in management consulting, where the advisory services provided to clients are based on our people's perspectives, expertise, and experience. We have found that a focus on transparency during hiring has not only improved our outcomes but has also positively impacted our candidates' experience.

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The Market Is Booming So Is Now The Time To Take A Risk?

The Federal Reserve's announcement on pausing interest rate hikes, possibly reducing them next year, has injected a sense of optimism. Markets are accelerating, so is now the right time to embrace risk for growth? If the recovery and soft landing are real, then not investing now could mean you fall behind those that do. But if it’s not, and we fall back into recession like some think we will, taking risks now could be fatal.

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Powering the Future: The Emergence of the Battery Belt

The emergence of the 'Battery Belt' across the United States is a game-changing development. The "Battery Belt" encompasses several states, including Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, Tennessee, Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina, which are poised to become key hubs for EV battery production through 2030.

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AI in Care Coordination: Transforming Healthcare Efficiency and Outcomes

Since the launch of ChatGPT last year, the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and healthcare care coordination has become a hot topic of conversation. By leveraging AI's capabilities, healthcare providers and payors can revolutionize care coordination, fostering a seamless and patient-centric healthcare experience at a much lower cost.

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Steer the Course: How Autonomous Vehicles Are Redefining Logistics Hubs

One of the most significant shifts we're witnessing today is in logistics and transportation management within ports and airports. The integration of autonomous vehicles (AVs) in these hubs is not just a fleeting trend; it's a fundamental change that is redefining how we think about movement, efficiency, and safety in these critical nodes of global commerce and travel.

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Digital Twins in Healthcare: The Future of Patient Care and Cost Management?

The concept of 'Digital Twins' presents a groundbreaking opportunity. By creating a virtual representation of patients, we can transform how healthcare is delivered and managed.

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"Nothing's going to change" is the worst thing you can say

Mergers and acquisitions (M&As) are massive events in the corporate world. They promise new opportunities, efficiencies, and growth. But saying 'Don't worry, nothing's going to change' instantly erodes a leader’s credibility. This statement is not just misleading; it's damaging.

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Navigating the Road Ahead: The Evolution of Auto Insurance in the Era of Autonomous Vehicles

The automotive industry is in the middle of a profound transformation, fueled by both electric and autonomous vehicles. As self-driving cars become a reality on our roads, the downstream impacts on other industries (transportation, logistics, parking, law enforcement, and insurance) will be seismic. Auto insurance is already being disrupted in a host of ways:

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Sunsetting a Legacy Master Data Management System

IT Program & Project Management for a National Retail Company

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Redesigning a Market Intelligence and Planning Organization

Organizational Redesign for a Global Manufacturer

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Digital Transformation Vendor Selection in the Quick Serve Restaurant Industry

Streamlining vendor selection to enhance online guest experience and operational efficiency.

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Soccer for All: Developing Strategic Goals for a Portland Non-Profit

Creating a 5-year expansion and service plan for a nonprofit soccer organization's strategic growth.

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Keeping the lights on (and GRC) for a utility company

Mitigating critical risks for a Pacific Northwest utility company by upgrading its GRC platform and aligning it with ERP systems, ensuring compliance and system control.

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Research & Strategy Development for Alternate Sources of Funding

Portland-based non-profit reduces reliance on state funding by diversifying its revenue stream and build a corporate partnership program.

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