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The Most Important Skills for the AI Era
AI is spreading relentlessly, implementation is advancing, and many executives are adopting an “AI First” stance. Technological development is moving at an incredible pace, and perhaps because of that, it raises more questions than ever. There is a lack of adequate strategies, experience, and ideas about where and how artificial intelligence can have the greatest impact.
For this reason, this article focuses on the human perspective. Practical approaches are needed to gain more control over AI usage and to achieve the best possible human-machine collaboration. In times when AI is taking over more and more tasks, the question becomes even more urgent: Which human skills matter most when it comes to working with and alongside AI?
Knowledge Management – The Path to Profiting from Experience
Knowledge is a crucial factor in the corporate context - and is becoming increasingly important.
In most companies, information trapped with one person will stiffle efficiency and innovation. Instead, knowledge should be available quickly, validly and in the right format so that many people can use it.
Knowledge management is the practice of making effective use of knowledge and information.
Achieving corporate objectives with IT governance
We face numerous challenges in the corporate world. With advanced digitalization and the importance of the technology environment, success depends heavily on the role of IT. Governance, or oversight, is needed to ensure that IT initiatives strategically align with corporate objectives. This article explains IT governance and discusses how it can be achieved.
How to Build a Knowledge Base – and Get the Most Out of It
Knowledge is an important success factor for companies, but it often disappears into the black hole of various storage locations. In short: knowledge alone - especially in the hands of individuals - is not enough. It must also be easily accessible and organized. This article shows how customers and employees can use it quickly and flexibly with the help of a database.
Data governance – definition, advantages, tips, tools
Nowadays, we experience an increasing flood of data. It is increasingly important for companies to figure out how to handle data: Who has control over it and what exactly is the best way to handle it? This article sheds light on what data governance is and how companies can best benefit from it.
Workflow automation – definition, advantages and tips
Automated workflows have considerable benefits for companies. They bring more security to processes and create much-needed freedom for employees and the customer. By achieving more in less time, productivity increases.
Information management: Corralling the knowledge that drives business processes
Information is an important resource that can make a significant contribution to the success of organizations. The challenge lies in having the appropriate information available at a suitable time, in a suitable place and in the right form, optimized for the target group. This article explains how to achieve good information management.
Process optimization – how continuous improvement works
A process is a repeatable path a business takes to achieve its goals. Process optimization is used to analyze this path, improve it and intervene in a targeted manner in the event of obstacles or innovations. This article explains why this is so important, what the goals of process optimization are and which methods are best suited for this.
Process management improves work quality and efficiency
Processes move goals forward. So if a business wants to achieve its goals, it should definitely take a close look at its processes. This article explains what business process management is and how it can be successfully implemented.
Change Management @ OTRS
We cling to habits when we see in change a risk of losing our
current status quo. Unfortunately, by doing so, we also miss
the opportunity to improve the status quo.
4 Post-Pandemic Questions That Fintech IT Organizations Must Address
It's time for IT organizations in the fintech industry
to refocus and reprioritize. As they do so,
ask these four questions.
Building a Digital Roadmap: 5 Lessons From OTRS Group’s Digital Transformation
Building a roadmap to drive digital transformation can be tricky. Consider these five lessons as you consider what to include.
Why a good corporate culture pays off now
Innovative communication tools are necessary for efficient and pleasant work in the home office, but corporate culture is just as important.
Business Trends to Watch in 2020
What are the trends for 2020 when it comes to your company? We give you an overview.
Best Practice Tips for Building – Cross-functional Teams (XFTs)
Cross-functional teams can bring great added value to the company. If you want to exploit the full potential, you should consider a few points.
Building a Business in Asia
Udo Kampelmann, Managing Director OTRS ASIA, gives insights what is important if you want to start a business in Asia.
Improving Enterprise-Wide Service Operations
Have you ever thought about using ITIL to structure other areas of your business than IT?
Infrastructure Security Requires Team Work
Infrastructure security is a critical concern that requires coordinated attention by governments, businesses and individuals.
What Is Digitalization Compared to Digital Transformation?
What does digitalization have to do with digital transformation? And what is the difference?
Silver Society – The young old people
Older workers are often considered less efficient, less innovative in their thinking and not open to change. Is that true or do we have to change our attitude?
Cloud or no cloud – that is the question! OTRS offers both.
Asking whether or not the cloud is the best option for you? Consider this.
4 Questions to Ask Yourself If Your 2019 Competitive Strategy Includes Digital Transformation
We will show you what actions you can take to drive digital change.
