Author: Jennifer Read

The Right Approach for the Right Reasons

Flashback a few years ago and think of the conversations you had with your colleagues and friends. How often did the topic of algorithms come up? We’re hedging not that frequently (unless of course you’re a math professor or parent of a teenager). Now, think of how often the word algorithm sneaks into your conversations…When it comes to human experiences, design, innovations, and helping the user – algorithms are making an impact. What we want to know and caution is in the use of these all-knowing algorithms for the right reasons.

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Traceability, Blockchain and Counterfeit Materials

With news of shortages of electronic components coming around again, focus is on the supply-chain: inventory management, grey market purchases, counterfeit materials, quality issues, increased cost of inspection and more. It is surely time to consider a permanent solution for the unnecessary negative effects of material shortages, on a global basis.

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