Innovation and productivity are two of the most important drivers of economic growth and development. Innovation refers to the creation and implementation of new ideas, products, or processes, while productivity refers to the efficiency with which goods and services are produced. Together, these two factors play a critical role in determining a society's standard of living and … [Read more...] about One of the key ways in which innovation and productivity spread is through the adoption of better ideas about how to do things
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Non-compete clauses in employment contracts hurt innovation
Non-compete clauses, which are commonly found in employment contracts, have been widely criticized for hindering innovation and stifling competition in the job market. These clauses, which prohibit employees from working for a competing company for a certain period of time after leaving their current employer, can have a detrimental effect on the ability of individuals to … [Read more...] about Non-compete clauses in employment contracts hurt innovation
KPMG Private Enterprise Announces the Winner of the Global Tech Innovator 2022 Competition
Cleantech high on the agenda, as the UK’s HiiROC, takes home the global prize as the KPMG Private Enterprise Global Tech Innovator 2022. TORONTO - On November 2nd, KPMG Private Enterprise announced that HiiROC, the developer of a system to produce low-cost, zero-emission hydrogen, has been named the KPMG Private Enterprise Global Tech Innovator winner at the final event in … [Read more...] about KPMG Private Enterprise Announces the Winner of the Global Tech Innovator 2022 Competition
Study shows companies that invest in scaling technology innovation across their organizations generate more than twice the rate of revenue growth
While a majority of CEOs express strong confidence in the effectiveness of their current information technology (IT) systems, most are struggling to achieve levels of innovation that drive growth and revenue, according to a global study by Accenture (NYSE: ACN). “Your Legacy or Your Legend? A CEO’s Guide to Getting the Most Out of New Technologies,” is based on Accenture’s … [Read more...] about Study shows companies that invest in scaling technology innovation across their organizations generate more than twice the rate of revenue growth
Ten Innovative Startups Featured at the FinTech Innovation Lab Asia-Pacific Investor Day
A select group of financial services technology (fintech) companies demonstrated their products and services to dozens of top banking, venture capital and technology executives today at Accenture’s (NYSE:ACN) fourth annual FinTech Innovation Lab Asia-Pacific Investor Day at Cyberport in Hong Kong. Launched by Accenture in June 2014, the FinTech Innovation Lab is a 12-week … [Read more...] about Ten Innovative Startups Featured at the FinTech Innovation Lab Asia-Pacific Investor Day
New Partnership Launches Accelerator Program For Early Stage Startups To Drive Innovation
Northwestern Mutual, Rockwell Automation, Kohl's, Baird And Milwaukee Institute Join To Support Milwaukee-Based Entrepreneurs Northwestern Mutual, a leading financial security company, announced today a partnership to support early stage startup companies based in Milwaukee. Lead sponsor Northwestern Mutual and supporting sponsors, Rockwell Automation, Kohl's, Baird and … [Read more...] about New Partnership Launches Accelerator Program For Early Stage Startups To Drive Innovation