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Andrei Hagiu presenting

Data, network effects, and competitive advantage

Just because a product becomes ‘smart’ doesn’t mean it will magically gain a foolproof competitive position in the marketplace.

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Digital transformation’s emerging effect on customer expectations

Times have changed. Our online experiences have reshaped our expectations of real life. For instance, consider your last online shopping experience. Ecommerce provides consumers the opportunity to leverage detailed reviews and recommendations and also enables a level of pricing transparency, all of which helps make wise purchasing decisions. Long lines don’t exist online and products […]

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The convergence of digital and commercial transformations

More and more old school manufacturers are grasping the notion of digital transformation. Not only has digital transformation disrupted the way in which these types of businesses operate, it has also changed the products and services offered. The allure of higher margins and price-to-earnings ratios, along with greater customer value and retention, has pushed dusty […]

Family feet

Here’s how to build a smarter app that could make working families richer

American workers need a financial tool that knows their story. Most apps fall short. The reality is that working families across the country face a variety of pain points when trying to improve their financial lives. Many experience volatile incomes, for instance, that make it hard to build savings. Others may find themselves shut out […]

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