Entries by Ruth Brooks

What are business ethics, and why do they matter?

It’s no exaggeration that the Covid-19 pandemic transformed the business world. With millions of workers furloughed and redundancies rife, companies – both big and small – faced extraordinary challenges. For those who remained in business, mass adaptations had to be made – from remote working to social distancing. Fostering a collaborative, communicative and sensitive company […]

Data architecture: the digital backbone of a business

We are each the sum of our parts, and, in our modern technological age, that includes data. Our search queries, clicking compulsions, subscription patterns and online shopping habits – even the evidence collected from wearable fitness tech – feeds into our digital footprint. And, wherever we choose to venture on our online quests, we are […]

The real world impact of facial detection and recognition

From visual confirmation of rare diseases to securing smartphones, facial detection and recognition technologies have become embedded in both the background of our daily lives and the forefront of solving real-world problems.  But is the resulting impact an invasive appropriation of personal data, or a benchmark in life-saving security and surveillance? Wherever you stand on […]

What are flexible work arrangements?

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute official policy or advice. Flexible working arrangements vary between employers, and not all organisations are able to offer these options. For specific details, please consult your employer or HR department. Flexible work arrangements are working hours, work locations, or working patterns that are […]

The Internet of Things in the age of interconnectivity

Global online interconnectivity has woven itself seamlessly into our lives. How many of us can conceive of a modern life without the internet? Going about our daily lives both personally and professionally, we reach for our mobile phones and devices for news, information, entertainment, and to communicate with each other. The ease and expectation of […]

Intellectual capital: driving business growth and innovation

How can a business maximise its growth and development? What can be done to increase competitive advantage? Are businesses making the best possible use of all their assets? In an increasingly crowded global economy, all businesses must work hard to remain relevant, competitive and profitable. Innovation is key to maximising business growth and, for many […]

The importance of innovation management in business

In a constantly changing commercial world, the challenge is to not be left behind. Gaining and sustaining a competitive edge is key to thriving in today’s global marketplace. Innovation management has become an essential component in navigating this increasingly complex and international business environment. What is innovation management? Applied to business, innovation is all about […]

Artificial intelligence and its impact on everyday life

In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has woven itself into our daily lives in ways we may not even be aware of. It has become so pervasive that many remain unaware of both its impact and our reliance upon it.  From morning to night, going about our everyday routines, AI technology drives much of what […]

Digital influences on the way we live and work

The exponential growth of digital connection in our world is all-pervasive and touches on every aspect of our daily lives, both personally and professionally. Today, many people would be hard-pressed to imagine life before the advent of digital technology. It has blended and integrated seamlessly into everyday living. Global interconnectivity and the ability to communicate […]

What is data visualisation?

Data visualisation, sometimes abbreviated to dataviz, is a step in the data science process. Once data has been collected, processed, and modelled, it must be visualised for patterns, trends, and conclusions to be identified from large data sets. Used interchangeably with the terms ‘information graphics’, ‘information visualisation’ and ‘statistical graphs’, data visualisation translates raw data […]

What is computer vision?

Research has shown that 84% of UK adults own a smartphone. As a result, taking a photo or recording a video and sharing it with friends has never been easier. Whether sharing directly with friends on popular messaging app WhatsApp, or uploading to booming social media platforms Instagram, TikTok, or YouTube, the digital world is […]