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The Digitisation of Everything – Agriculture

A report from the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations suggests global food production must increase by 70% by 2050 compared to 2007 levels to meet the needs of the world’s population. With the diminishing availability of arable land across the globe the productive capacity of major agricultural holdings will need to be … Continued

The Digitisation of Everything – Retail

It is becoming increasingly clear the future of retail will not simply be a matter of online vs bricks and mortar stores. It will be as much about the transformation of how we shop in-store as it is about the shift to online shopping. Technology will change how consumers approach the shopping experience and how … Continued

The Digitisation of Everything – Entertainment

Entertainment is no longer restricted to the home or an entertainment venue. The proliferation of entertainment options through digital and online services has changed the way we interact with friends and family and how we spend our leisure time. Each of our technology accelerators has played a role in facilitating these changes. When Steve Jobs introduced … Continued

The Digitisation of Everything – Automotive

There is perhaps no better example of an industry undergoing digitisation than the automotive industry. The internal combustion engine is being supplanted by the battery powered motor, driverless cars technology is growing in sophistication and automotive workforces are becoming increasingly digital. As cars become more autonomous, they draw upon each one of our technology accelerators. … Continued

The Digitisation of Everything – Introduction

In 2019 the world spent roughly 5% of global GDP or $4 trillion on technology. By 2030, this is expected to double to more than 10% of GDP or an estimated $14 trillion. That $10 trillion increase reflects a remarkable growth rate of more than 13% per year for the next decade. Driving this progression … Continued

Alphabet’s X – The Moonshot Factory | Introduction

Mention Google and most people think of their eponymous Search, Maps, Chrome or Gmail apps. Keen followers of the company may also be aware of YouTube or Android and of course these businesses are all significant parts of Google’s parent company Alphabet, each one with more than 1 billion users. However, another side to the … Continued

Amazon reaches for the stars

Jeff Bezos is proving the sky’s no longer the limit for Amazon as it plans to launch thousands of toaster sized satellites to provide broadband to the world. Some analysts speculate the project could increase Amazon’s valuation by over US$100 billion. Initially the focus will be providing internet access in developing countries. Project Kuiper In … Continued

Instagram – the next e-commerce platform

Instagram has become the go to advertising platform for companies of all sizes wanting to increase brand awareness and grow sales. It is estimated advertisers will spend over US$10 billion with Instagram this year. Historically, Instagram advertisements have directed users away from the Instagram platform to complete a purchase. For advertisers, this has risked the … Continued