Information Technology (IT) Modernization

This talk will inform leaders on how they can effectively use computers, the Internet, sensors, robotics, and emerging technologies to streamline operations to provide products and services to as many people as possible. Whether you’re running a private company, a non-profit organization, or a government agency, you will be able to harness the power of computing to transform your business. And you can do so with whatever budget you have. This talk focuses on the organization’s business needs and how to align those needs with digital resources. Edward draws upon lessons from his book, Public Service Information Technology.

Takeaways

• Realizing business value in IT investments by matching the best technologies to an organization’s goals.
• Weighing the risks and costs of emerging technologies, and selecting which technologies can be implemented now and planned for future deployment.
• Getting the most out of computing technology to enable a business to grow and thrive.

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Human Productivity in Automated Businesses

This talk will inform workers on what new skills and abilities they will need to adapt to a new environment that increasingly relies on automated systems. While many jobs would be replaced by computerized machines, jobs can be retained and made easier by systems that use artificial intelligence (AI), sensors, and other advanced technologies. There will be certain tasks that computerized machines cannot do. You will understand what your new role will be as you work alongside your collaborative robot. You as human operator will know how to use computerized machines to make your work easier and maximize productivity. This talk can discuss which jobs would be lost and which jobs would remain across the economy, or it can be tailored to a specific industry such as accommodation, administrative support, food service, health care, manufacturing, or transportation. Edward draws upon research from his book, Business Automation and Its Effect on the Labor Force.

Takeaways

• Understanding AI and other technologies in no-nonsense business terms.
• Understanding what specific occupations would be affected and unaffected by business automation.
• Knowing what skills and abilities will be needed in a new era of automated businesses.

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Praise for the Book

“It is a terrific book that provides tremendous insight into business automation and the effects of emerging technologies on businesses and the workforce. It will be of great interest to all who worries about those issues.” — Darrell M. West, Brookings Institution

“The extent of Uechi’s research is genuinely impressive. Readers nervous about the future of their jobs and wanting to know the most likely ways that technology will change those positions will certainly want to read this book. A sweeping and authoritative look at the future of the tech-work connection.” — Kirkus Reviews

“. . . welcome clarity, insight, and organizational coherence. The conclusions are persuasive, and the advice clear.” — Publishers Weekly “Book Life”

More topics may be developed based on current trends and specific needs. Topics can be compressed into a brief 10-minute presentation or expanded into a full 60-minute or longer program complete with a question and answer period. Open to a variety of venues — in-person and virtual. Send an E-mail message to learn more or to schedule a speaking event. Edward does not receive any speaking fees. All speaking events are provided free of charge and as a public service to benefit everyone.

Other topics include the following:

• Balanced and Effective Regulations on Technology
• Managing Both People and Tech to Prevent Security Breaches
• Creating an Efficient Supply Chain to Distribute Products Across Continents