The Point

Written by the co-chairmen of the Deloitte Center for the Edge, an organization that helps senior executives make sense of and profit from emerging opportunities on the edge of business and technology.  John Hagel the third, John Seely Brown, and Lang Davison authored ‘The Power of Pull’ to talk about a shift in dynamics based on accurate forecasting and predictable market dynamics to transforming corporations from a leadership position on the edge.

Last night I was on the phone with my favorite daughter (only one as well!) and she was talking about Pinterest which I had never heard of. Then Voila – it seems to be everywhere I look. My first reaction was oh no, not another social media website. I am on overload as it is and can't keep up with Twitter, Facebook, blogs, email, websites. I am sure many people feel the same way. Information overload - how do you know which way to turn? 

Maybe it is the dynamic speaking skills demanded by the internet radio format Jon Hansen knows so well from his PI Window on Business program, but his remote keynote speech at eWorld makes the case that being physically present is no longer necessary to contribute to a conference.  (Besides, who doesn’t speak more eloquently when given the opportunity to secretly present in bunny slippers?) The content is the critical component to any speech, and ‘The Changing (or Changed) Face of Procurement’ does not disappoint.

LinkedIn is a great resource for professionals of all kinds - and procurement is no exception. There are a number of great groups. Which groups do you belong to and which offer the most interesting discussions?