The idea of the knowledge worker stems from Peter Drucker’s 1950 and 60s work. The term was first used in his book, The Landmarks of Tomorrow where Drucker explored the characteristics of workers who apply theory and analytics to their work. The theory and analytical mindset would derive from formal training. In my work, I differentiate knowledge workers from information … [Read more...] about How Do I Become a Knowledge Worker?
The Tens: Getting Work From Home Right #WFH
The latest entry in the Serious Insights series "The Tens." Â This issue focuses on Getting Work From Home Right. Download the PDF Understand the work that needs to be done. With digitization and automation, many organizations have lost track of the work they do at the detail level. Many processes and procedures are assumed to be embedded in software. That may be true … [Read more...] about The Tens: Getting Work From Home Right #WFH
Wireless Broadband Alliance OpenRoaming Initiative Needs to Focus On Adoption
OpenRoaming, a Wireless Broadband Alliance, brings together broadband suppliers and manufacturers to create a more seamless end-user experience. To succeed, the organization needs to focus on small and mid-tier adopters to ensure their vision achieves timely implementation. Traditional roaming on cellular devices remains expensive and using WiFi while traveling can be a … [Read more...] about Wireless Broadband Alliance OpenRoaming Initiative Needs to Focus On Adoption
Naivete and the Fight Against Facial Recognition
The fight against facial recognition and its reflection of systemic racism in algorithms and the training data sets fails to see the context for why the technology will likely continue to be developed. The bigger issue isn't facial recognition but the "fake it till you make it" culture of software development that ships tools that aren't ready, to markets that don't know how to … [Read more...] about Naivete and the Fight Against Facial Recognition
A Few Annoyances Apple Needs to Fix in the Apple Ecosystem
A Few Annoyances Apple Needs to Fix in the Apple Ecosystem: in-app Purchases, News, Apple Cash, and Password Management with Keychain. I pay for my Apple hardware and I pay to be a member of the Apple ecosystem. So unlike reviews where I get loaned hardware or temporary access to SaaS applications for analysis, I live with Apple and pay for the privilege. And as a paying … [Read more...] about A Few Annoyances Apple Needs to Fix in the Apple Ecosystem