Sentences with phrase «key business innovations»

One of Facebook's key business innovations is a «growth team» — today made up of hundreds of people — that designs tactics for various parts of the company, relying on a rigorous set of metrics to gauge success.

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Overall, the scorecard highlighted several overarching trends: globally, women don't get access to an equal share of resources; men still dominate in key leadership positions; and growth capital and innovation ecosystems primarily focus on businesses run by men.

The key is for entrepreneurs in places like Kansas City and Nashville and Cincinnati to take the right lessons from the Bay Area, by focusing on the mindset: the idea that innovation comes through iteration, that failure should be embraced for what you can learn from it and that every business can be transformed by technology.

This inflexibility can cause creativity and innovation to suffer — two things that are key in any business in order to grow.

Then we submitted the leaders of those companies to our distinguished advisory board of business experts, the members of which gave each CEO a score out of five on four key criteria: vision, innovation, strategic thinking and social responsibility.

During his tenure as leader of the chain's retail pharmacy business, he directly managed all aspects of our retail pharmacy business and partnered on key innovations including the ScriptPath prescription management system, the Rx Savings Finder, medication adherence programs and home delivery.

If there's one key benefit that competition brings to your business, it's innovation.

Such risks, uncertainties and other factors include, without limitation: (1) the effect of economic conditions in the industries and markets in which United Technologies and Rockwell Collins operate in the U.S. and globally and any changes therein, including financial market conditions, fluctuations in commodity prices, interest rates and foreign currency exchange rates, levels of end market demand in construction and in both the commercial and defense segments of the aerospace industry, levels of air travel, financial condition of commercial airlines, the impact of weather conditions and natural disasters and the financial condition of our customers and suppliers; (2) challenges in the development, production, delivery, support, performance and realization of the anticipated benefits of advanced technologies and new products and services; (3) the scope, nature, impact or timing of acquisition and divestiture or restructuring activity, including the pending acquisition of Rockwell Collins, including among other things integration of acquired businesses into United Technologies» existing businesses and realization of synergies and opportunities for growth and innovation; (4) future timing and levels of indebtedness, including indebtedness expected to be incurred by United Technologies in connection with the pending Rockwell Collins acquisition, and capital spending and research and development spending, including in connection with the pending Rockwell Collins acquisition; (5) future availability of credit and factors that may affect such availability, including credit market conditions and our capital structure; (6) the timing and scope of future repurchases of United Technologies» common stock, which may be suspended at any time due to various factors, including market conditions and the level of other investing activities and uses of cash, including in connection with the proposed acquisition of Rockwell; (7) delays and disruption in delivery of materials and services from suppliers; (8) company and customer - directed cost reduction efforts and restructuring costs and savings and other consequences thereof; (9) new business and investment opportunities; (10) our ability to realize the intended benefits of organizational changes; (11) the anticipated benefits of diversification and balance of operations across product lines, regions and industries; (12) the outcome of legal proceedings, investigations and other contingencies; (13) pension plan assumptions and future contributions; (14) the impact of the negotiation of collective bargaining agreements and labor disputes; (15) the effect of changes in political conditions in the U.S. and other countries in which United Technologies and Rockwell Collins operate, including the effect of changes in U.S. trade policies or the U.K.'s pending withdrawal from the EU, on general market conditions, global trade policies and currency exchange rates in the near term and beyond; (16) the effect of changes in tax (including U.S. tax reform enacted on December 22, 2017, which is commonly referred to as the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017), environmental, regulatory (including among other things import / export) and other laws and regulations in the U.S. and other countries in which United Technologies and Rockwell Collins operate; (17) the ability of United Technologies and Rockwell Collins to receive the required regulatory approvals (and the risk that such approvals may result in the imposition of conditions that could adversely affect the combined company or the expected benefits of the merger) and to satisfy the other conditions to the closing of the pending acquisition on a timely basis or at all; (18) the occurrence of events that may give rise to a right of one or both of United Technologies or Rockwell Collins to terminate the merger agreement, including in circumstances that might require Rockwell Collins to pay a termination fee of $ 695 million to United Technologies or $ 50 million of expense reimbursement; (19) negative effects of the announcement or the completion of the merger on the market price of United Technologies» and / or Rockwell Collins» common stock and / or on their respective financial performance; (20) risks related to Rockwell Collins and United Technologies being restricted in their operation of their businesses while the merger agreement is in effect; (21) risks relating to the value of the United Technologies» shares to be issued in connection with the pending Rockwell acquisition, significant merger costs and / or unknown liabilities; (22) risks associated with third party contracts containing consent and / or other provisions that may be triggered by the Rockwell merger agreement; (23) risks associated with merger - related litigation or appraisal proceedings; and (24) the ability of United Technologies and Rockwell Collins, or the combined company, to retain and hire key personnel.

XYZ can help you manage the «people side» of your businesses more effectively, avoiding compliance pitfalls and creating key benefits for the businesses and your employees, while simultaneously freeing up time for owners and executives to concentrate on growing their businesses by focusing on operations, strategy, and innovation.

It shows how perseverance and innovation are key to succeeding in business today.

Knowing what innovations or changes are on the horizon is key to business evolution and staying one step ahead of the competition.

«The microbiome is a virtually unexplored frontier that holds the key to myriad opportunities for innovation,» said Will Rosenzweig, dean and executive director, The Food Business School.

When Tim Cook, the chief executive of Apple, the largest publicly traded company in the world, came out as gay on Thursday, it sent a pretty powerful message to business owners around the globe: Openness and inclusion of diversity are key drivers of innovation and productivity.

A CNBC Special Report investigating how tech innovation is solving key issues and transforming big business.

One of the keys to any successful business, regardless of its size, is innovation.

Collaboration is the key to innovation, so that's why we're asking you to help us find the best business opportunities that turn global risks on their head.

In his speech, Yifei emphasized the importance of 2018 for China's long - term economic strategy, and discussed how the central bank's gold and silver department used problem - oriented, market - oriented, and livelihood - oriented «philosophy, style and methods» to promote reform and innovation in «key areas» of «currency bullion» as well as «currency gold and silver business.»

A strong company culture and work ethic combined with resourcefulness and innovation are keys to building a solid business and equity value.

Learn key innovations from the Dead's approach you can apply to your business.

Trusted Key will use the investment to accelerate innovation and business expansion to meet demand from enterprise customers.

Third, rebalance supply - side instruments by de-emphasizing business R&D support relative to other key elements, such as enhancing workplace skills, de-risking growth financing, and reinforcing innovation ecosystems involving sectoral and regional clusters.

Work with the director of international engagement to prioritize and establish relationships with key players in science, business, investment, innovation, policy, and development.

British Columbia Premier John Horgan, along with Bruce Ralston, Minister of Jobs, Trade and Technology, and George Chow, Minister of State for Trade, have met with key South Korean government and business leaders during a trip to showcase B.C.'s strengths in technology and innovation, energy, natural resources, and agrifoods.

More than 350 leading college entrepreneurs and 150 world leaders gathered at the Kairos Global Summit in New York City earlier this year to collaborate and create innovations and business models that address key global issues, including clean water, the global financial crisis, energy consumption, natural disasters, healthcare and more.

In the highly competitive food ingredients manufacturing industry, innovation is the key to growing a business.

Samir Mashni, vice president of business development notes that food and concept innovation has also been key to MCE's success.

For the Montreal, Quebec - based specialty frozen food manufacturer, innovation has been a key factor in its business plan since it was founded in 1981.

I n the highly competitive food ingredients manufacturing industry, innovation is the key to growing a business.

As a Chef, CEO Level Consultant and leader in the natural foods industry, Bo eagerly shares his creative energy, expertise and insights in the innovative projects and outreach he is a part of globally, and is engaged in the organic foods and technology arenas where transformation, innovation and sustainable business models are key factors to success.

The event begins with an opening symposium and panels on key current issues affecting Good Food financing and innovation, and centers on a Financing Fair in which rising entrepreneurs present their businesses and products to potential financiers, and a pitch session in which selected entrepreneurs do business plan presentations to this important audience.

«The Scottish Government is doing all we can to support the growth of food and drink exports: working with key sectors to develop new and existing markets, boosting innovation and skills, and supporting Scotland's local producers via business rates exemptions and grants for example.

With end - to - end design and application development expertise that cuts across industries, DuPont works with customers to create packaging innovations that support key business objectives.

«United States innovation and business leadership have been key drivers to lowering our carbon emissions over the last 20 years, and we should continue to have an influential seat at the table as the rest of the world addresses these issues,» said Stefanik, of Willsboro, a member of the Bipartisan Climate Solutions Caucus.

Up until 2009 the three key government departments with a stake in the low carbon vehicles [LCV] sector were the Department for Transport, the Department for Business, Innovations and Skills and the Department of Energy and Climate Change.

In gathering the key players driving innovation in global semiconductor manufacturing, the Saratoga Partnership is building on its strategy of leveraging the investment in GLOBALFOUNDRIES to bring new advanced manufacturing businesses, suppliers and allied industries to the region.

Key initiatives will improve linkages between research and academia where universities are teaching the STEM disciplines, and business which needs innovation to manage disruption.

For the purpose of our business model «systematic innovation,» inspired by the Jugaad mentality can be further divided into seven key concepts: Creative Improvisation Glocalization Competitive Advantage Reverse Outsourcing Acquisitions Frugal Innovation Reverse Innovation The examples provided in the above mention 7 key concepts defining the secrets to using Jugaad successfully, showing that it has an organized system, background, and process attached while being developed.

Risks and uncertainties include without limitation the effect of competitive and economic factors, and the Company's reaction to those factors, on consumer and business buying decisions with respect to the Company's products; continued competitive pressures in the marketplace; the ability of the Company to deliver to the marketplace and stimulate customer demand for new programs, products, and technological innovations on a timely basis; the effect that product introductions and transitions, changes in product pricing or mix, and / or increases in component costs could have on the Company's gross margin; the inventory risk associated with the Company's need to order or commit to order product components in advance of customer orders; the continued availability on acceptable terms, or at all, of certain components and services essential to the Company's business currently obtained by the Company from sole or limited sources; the effect that the Company's dependency on manufacturing and logistics services provided by third parties may have on the quality, quantity or cost of products manufactured or services rendered; risks associated with the Company's international operations; the Company's reliance on third - party intellectual property and digital content; the potential impact of a finding that the Company has infringed on the intellectual property rights of others; the Company's dependency on the performance of distributors, carriers and other resellers of the Company's products; the effect that product and service quality problems could have on the Company's sales and operating profits; the continued service and availability of key executives and employees; war, terrorism, public health issues, natural disasters, and other circumstances that could disrupt supply, delivery, or demand of products; and unfavorable results of other legal proceedings.

Barry Wacksman, R / GA's chief growth officer, believes the key to the agency's success is its focus on business transformation: «All our clients have the same challenge: they have commoditized products and services that need innovation.»

# 8 Interactive multimedia: While this needs a lot of clarification once # 2 and # 3 are accomplished, innovation is the key concept to bring the buzz back to business where technology can make a difference.

If you're talking about a person, a product, a business, a team or even a country, the key ingredients are the same: One part innovation, one part motivation and one part «right place, right time.»

As a leader in the pet industry and a leader in product innovation, Loving Pets ® is honored and humbled by the awards the Company has received from pet, consumer and lifestyle media as well as recognition from key pet industry partners for achievements in business growth, sustainability, quality, design and innovation.

«David has a background in running businesses and private equity, and I originally came from the toy industry, where innovation is the key to survival.»

Differentiation, innovation, creativity, service, uniqueness, value and niche creation are all key points in building and maintaining a competitive [retail business].

Over 550 top designers, programmers, artists and studio bosses from around the world will be in attendance to find out who has won key awards that acknowledge technical innovation, pioneering visual arts, attention - grabbing audio accomplishments and commercial and business prowess.

The key, Dr. Hargadon says, is getting graduate students and postdoctoral researchers out of the university for a time so they can develop networks of people in business and other arenas with the skills required to turn a great idea into an innovation — and potentially a revolution.

McIntosh told me that «business model and packaging innovation is key to sustainability improvement in the beverage industry.

By establishing a network of businesses, academic institutions, workforce development agencies, and other key players, IESN hopes to make the region a research and innovation hub for a clean, green economy.

Business leaders like Bill Gates called for radical energy innovation as the key to feeding and electrifying the planet — without over-heating it.

Alongside the ever - present demands for top quality legal advice, key considerations such as innovation, communication, responsiveness, value, consistency and business acumen are all high on the agenda for forward - thinking firms.