Soylent has successfully created the anti-consumer packaged food, sacrificing taste for function and looks for efficiency. At the same time, much of the value it creates for users is emotional–linked to values and identity over nutrition.
TOM Winners
BHP Billiton – Remotely Resourcing the Future
Technology development as the key driver of continuous productivity improvement for the world’s largest miner
Verisk Analytics: Repurposing Data to Deliver Unique Customer Value
“In God we trust, all others must bring data.” – W. Edwards Deming
Patachou: A Student Union for Adults
A Student Union for Adults, Since 1989 “My parents were New Yorkers who believed that New York was the center of the world. I believed, as I had been taught by my parents, hat [sic] the best ingredients in the world […]
Basecamp – Finding Signal in the Noise
"We believe software is too complex. Too many features, too many buttons, too much to learn. Our products do less than the competition — intentionally. We build products that work smarter, feel better, allow you to do things your way, and are easier to use." – From "Getting Real" (authored by Basecamp's founder)
Uber: A Winning Strategy
Uber effectively aligns its business model with innovative operating practices to maximize profits and optimize the experience of both the driver and the passenger.
Shake Shack winning in fast casual
Enlightened hospitality > throughput time
John Lewis: Would you leave your company to the workers?
John Lewis the UK's favourite retailer with sustained profitable growth and untouchable customer loyalty and advocacy. What is the secret to their success? They are a workers' co-operative, owned and operated for the benefit of their employees.
Caviar – Premium Bites at Your Doorstep
Caviar allows customers to get food delivery from the most popular and top-rated Yelp restaurants. In most instances, Caviar is the ONLY way to get delivery from these eateries! Finally, a way to get Momofuku right to your doorstep.
Mercadona: An Undisputed Winner
Satisfying ‘The Boss’, or how to become the leading supermarket chain in Spain by focusing on your clients’ needs