Digitization Challenge

November 18, 2016

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Choose a company that provides an interesting example of how digital transformation has created opportunities or challenges for business and operating models. A business model defines how a business differentiates itself by creating and capturing value. An operating model defines how that business delivers on that promise. Describe how the organization is using digital technology to develop its business model and operating model, and describe and justify what additional steps you think the organization should consider implementing. Your example can describe a positive (e.g., a success story or best practice) or negative experience (e.g., a business failure).

Note: The post for this assignment should be 600–800 words, and must conclude with a word count such as “(778 words).” Posts should not exceed 800 words.

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Greetings from Hallmark
Apek
Last modified on November 18, 2016 at 5:29 pm
• Network Security Architect. • Marketing Data Analytics Storyteller. • Application Security Analyst. Are all openings for jobs posted on the Hallmark Careers website in the last week. Surprised? You shouldn’t be.
Digitizing Dirt: Technology-Induced Excitement for Soil Borings
Cali_Wino
Posted on November 17, 2016 at 5:30 pm
Digital products allow geologists to significantly reduce the time and cost of logging soil borings, but with yet-to-be-resolved industry challenges.
The Ethereum Project: the World 3.0
JM
Posted on November 18, 2016 at 5:34 pm
The Blockchain is a technology that is expected to be as disruptive as the Internet or the electricity. It is widely known as the technology supporting the digital currency Bitcoin, but its usage goes far beyond crypto-currencies; in fact, based [...]
Big Brother is watching where you park!!
Alexandros
Posted on November 18, 2016 at 2:31 pm
How a Dutch technology company changes the way cities track and fine illegal parking in the cities.
When Epic Digitization is Not So Epic
mrp
Posted on November 18, 2016 at 4:48 pm
Epic was on the digitization forefront when it was founded in 1979 and has become a billion dollar business as a result. But now that electronic medical records are the norm, can Epic continue to rely on its large market [...]
Groupon: A Good Deal for Anyone?
glempres
Posted on November 18, 2016 at 6:07 pm
Daily deals swept the nation during the recession, but did they really provide any of their customers sustainable value?
Stockless Stores and Hassle-Free Clothes
ACV
Posted on November 17, 2016 at 8:35 pm
Bonobos, the "perfect fit" men apparel retailer, has evolved its operating model from e-commerce only to a combination of e-commerce and showrooms.
TED – A Company Worth Spreading
M
Last modified on November 18, 2016 at 7:03 pm
How a conference company is democratizing the way we get access to knowledge?
Walmart: Ummm…a tech giant ???
u.know.it
Last modified on November 18, 2016 at 5:28 pm
In the race to digitize retail over the next decade - I bet my money on the retail behemoth!
M-Pesa: Providing Banking Services to the Unbanked
Nichols
Posted on November 18, 2016 at 3:26 pm
Revolutionizing banking in Kenya
Spinning and Winning: How Flywheel’s Digitization Competes in Boutique Fitness
B6 crewmember
Last modified on November 18, 2016 at 5:33 pm
In many ways, Flywheel Sports resembles most cycling studios: dark lighting, loud music, high prices, and lots of Lululemon. Find out how Flywheel uses digitization to stand apart.
HD Video – Ambarella’s Chip That Makes It Happen
EAP
Posted on November 18, 2016 at 5:57 pm
Drones are capturing HD videos from never-before-seen vantage points. GoPro cameras continue to amaze sports enthusiasts with new images of the game, while cars' safety improve from rear-view and all-view cameras. Behind each of these examples is an HD video [...]
Rosie the Robot in 2016
Van Tran
Posted on November 18, 2016 at 4:42 pm
The Jetsons in 1962 sold a dream to many people about Rosie the Robot – a sweet and caring robot that takes care of all household chores. Just imagine how easy life will be if you don’t have to spend [...]
The future of banking through cell phones
DK
Posted on November 18, 2016 at 5:59 pm
M-Pesa brings banking to the needy
How to Train Your Driverless-car
Chaewon
Last modified on November 18, 2016 at 6:36 pm
Article exploring Tesla's unique approach to developing self-driving technology by gathering real-world driving data.
Kylie Jenner Inc: Giving Lip service to Digital Engagement
Daniel
Posted on November 17, 2016 at 6:10 pm
Formulation The Kardashian family is known around the world equally for its controversial ascension to celebrity as well as for its savvy ability to monetize fame. While this shrewd matriarchy brought Kim Kardashian to astronomical heights, no family member has [...]
Too Much Data Strikes a Blow to Tableau
Michael 1
Posted on November 17, 2016 at 11:56 pm
Tableau has historically been a leader in data visualization, but latency issues stemming from cloud deployment could hinder its ability to handle big data analytics.
Rhumbix: Bringing Analytics and Data Management to the Construction Industry
Sam Long
Posted on November 17, 2016 at 7:37 pm
How one Silicon Valley startup is using digital technology to bring the construction industry out of the Stone Age
Connected sensors for water quality testing
Rob
Posted on November 18, 2016 at 2:41 pm
With spending on water infrastructure decreasing, sensors can help consumers and utilities diagnose problems sooner.
Dare to dream: A world without lancets
Farhaneh
Last modified on November 19, 2016 at 1:05 am
All around digitisation of blood glucose monitoring
311 and Beyond: App-Driven Civic Engagement in Boston
eb
Last modified on November 18, 2016 at 5:28 pm
Boston has launched a suite of apps to bring citizens into conversation with government. The next step: how can it leverage data to improve decision-making?
CHOPCHOP – Smart Cooking Backed by Artificial Intelligence
JJCW
Last modified on November 18, 2016 at 12:14 am
The story of my startup aimed at disrupting the $2bn cooking assistance and $10bn connected kitchen markets.
Citibank: Protecting Against Cyber Threats
OV
Last modified on November 18, 2016 at 5:16 pm
In an age where digitalization has been introduced into everyday items and the most important elements of our national infrastructure such as financial institutions and electrical power grids, how are private sector firms like Citibank protecting against cyber security threats?
The selfie: Canon’s biggest woe
RM
Posted on November 18, 2016 at 5:08 pm
Canon's attempt to remain relevant in the age of smartphones
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