2023 brought with it new trends to interpret, fresh challenges to navigate, and, of course, lessons to learn. In 2024, global service leaders will be focused on seizing new opportunities and the impact they will have on their businesses. I’m not one to pause and reflect often; I tend to move from one thing to
1. Define Goals Before diving into performance evaluations, it’s essential to define clear, measurable goals for your AI system. This means understanding what success looks like for your specific application—whether it’s maximizing accuracy, minimizing error rates, or ensuring fairness across different demographics. Without clear objectives, it’s challenging to determine if your AI is performing well
Industry 4.0 is mainstream in A&D manufacturing, and attention is now turning to the new kid on the manufacturing block—Industry 5.0. Although in its infancy, early understanding of Industry 5.0 is that it is not just made up of new technology but is all about a more encompassing approach to the use of such technologies
It is no secret the last couple of years brought market uncertainty to the global upstream oil and gas industry. The significant decline in demand and continued pricing volatility for oil and gas has created operational and financial challenges for upstream companies both big and small. During these times, veteran E&P leaders, accustomed to the
1. ERP Basics ERP systems offer a bird’s-eye view of your business, providing insights that are critical for strategic planning. At their core, ERPs integrate various business processes into one system, fostering inter-departmental harmony and data consistency. This integration ensures that information entered in one part of the business is immediately available to other parts
To Konica Minolta, a leading provider of digital workplace services, commercial and industrial printing, and optical systems for industrial use, adaptability and innovation are key to staying ahead of the curve. They have been making waves with their strategic shift from traditional field-centric operations to a remote-first approach. Konica Minolta’s transformation began by recognizing the
In 2021, the US Navy selected IFS and Lockheed Martin to deliver intelligent ship and aircraft maintenance. It’s a massive project, supporting the Navy’s digital transformation as it pivots from multiple legacy systems into a single logistics information system. The sheer orchestration of planning and executing the service, repair, and overhaul of thousands of assets, including aircraft,
Plan Ahead Before the event, identify your networking goals and research the attendees and speakers. Knowing who will be there and what they specialize in allows you to target your networking efforts effectively. Prepare a brief elevator pitch that succinctly describes who you are and what you do, ensuring you can confidently introduce yourself when
Q1 has officially ended, and as we look ahead to Q2 and beyond, you might be thinking about how to take your career to the next level. Did you set goals you’d like to revisit, or are you looking for inspiration to make smarter decisions? The IFS R&D Career Guilds and Expo from last year
Do you know what year it is? Well, if you thought it was 2024, you’re right it is! If you’re looking at the Gregorian Calendar. But labelling time is a bit of an abstract human concept, and if you shift the lens just a bit and look at time through the Chinese Calendar, it’s now
