In the old days, we used to say getting “out of the office” to work somewhere else was taking a break. Now, for me, it’s getting out of the house. You have to realize that I’ve been working from home since the dawn of time. Back in the ’70s, it was calling in scores late … Read more
Ticketless Rail Travel: A Glimpse Into The Future of Frictionless Mobility Starting today, passengers riding the UK’s Northern Rail between Leeds and Harrogate won’t need to buy a ticket. Instead, they’ll download an app that tracks their journey, generates a barcode for barriers, and charges the lowest possible fare at the end of the day. … Read more
When colleagues dismiss sophisticated AI implementations with phrases like “oh that’s just your AI,” they inadvertently expose their own technological illiteracy and psychological biases. This reductive commentary reflects a fundamental misunderstanding of modern AI capabilities and reveals deeper issues of workplace envy and resistance to innovation. The Knowledge Divide The “just AI” dismissal reveals a … Read more
Remember when traveling felt like an adventure rather than an endurance test? When hotel staff greeted you with genuine smiles instead of automated emails? When dining out meant being pampered, not just fed? Yeah, me too—and I miss those days more than I care to admit. I’ve been thinking about this a lot lately, especially … Read more
Have you ever watched a company’s reputation crumble in real-time? That’s exactly what I witnessed as Delta Airlines fumbled their way through a recent technical meltdown. As someone who’s been in the crisis management game for over three decades, I couldn’t help but cringe at their missteps. But hey, every disaster is a learning opportunity, … Read more
Brian Chen, the tech reporter at The New York Times, today presented a compelling case for the unparalleled influence of voice in AI-driven interfaces. His article points out the pivotal shift towards voice technology and emphasizes how AI is thriving in this medium and revolutionizing our interactions with the digital world. I tend to agree, … Read more
Frequent travelers like myself have a love-hate relationship with hotel stays. We often find ourselves wrestling with the little things that should be no-brainers, like the proper refilling of toiletry bottles in the hotel room’s bathroom. Here’s a scenario that’s all too familiar: You arrive at your hotel, exhausted and ready to freshen up, only … Read more
Google is really setting the direction when it comes to making its AI platform relevant to more users. Just yesterday, Google Maps introduced a special tool that uses the power of special computer brains (AI) to give you ideas of where to go. If you’re looking for a specific kind of place, like a cool … Read more
In a recent twist in the remote work saga, it’s become evident that bosses prefer working remotely more than their employees. This counterintuitive trend underlines a growing paradox in the corporate world. Despite their personal preferences for remote work, many leaders are still pushing for a return to traditional office environments. As someone who’s been … Read more
Recently, while in Budapest and then in Cagliari, I really got back into tea, which in turn led me to start to explore honey. You see, honey, in its splendid variety, offers a glimpse into the diverse landscapes and cultures of our world. From the floral fields of Europe to the diverse ecosystems of the … Read more
