Adidas, one of the world’s largest sportswear manufacturers, is betting on 3D printing to create the next generation of bespoken sneakers for individual customers. Will we see a future when size charts become redundant, and “custom-fitted haute couture” no longer equates exclusive luxury?
This post discussed how a machine learning algorithm can be applied to predict student earnings post-graduation.
Don't hold your breath for autonomous vehicles. They're much farther out than we expect
In a world of distributed knowledge and expertise, it’s clear that open innovation has clear advantage across the value chain. This essay discussed the challenges of traditional in-house innovation model and why it is important for Nestle to use open innovation model. Then it introduced several milestone initiatives Nestle has taken to apply Open Innovation and gave two recommendations for the management team to further consider.
Learn about how GE is using machine learning and virtual power plants to develop the next generation of optimized wind farms, driving down the cost of renewable energy to meet sustainability goals!
This paper analyzes the competitive threat and potential responses of the established construction corporation, Bechtel, to the disruptive technological advances of additive manufacturing in the construction sector.
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The Government of Rwanda (GOR) has registered some of history's most remarkable gains in economic growth, healthcare, and education. As an early adopter of technology, the GOR has welcomed the advent 3-D printing as a sustainable solution to major public issues. In this essay, I outline achievements primarily in the health sector and several paths forward to realize the potential of additive manufacturing in this rapidly emerging economic context.
Overview of Airbnb's strong implementation of machine learning: search engine, optimized pricing, photo-categorization and more
Logistics behemoth UPS and high-flying 3-D printing startup Fast Radius have partnered to make 3-D printing accessible to the masses
This essay introduces how Alibaba uses the artificial intelligence chatbot, AliMe, to perform customer service.
