The event industry is booming and will continue to grow in rapid numbers. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, conventions and events are expected to expand by 44% from 2010 to 2020, far beyond the average projected growth of other industries. After all, it’s a $30.3 bn industry. With so many conferences, trade
How To Embrace Change In A Traditional Industry Like Chemicals
During our market research for the Chemicals Sales and Marketing Toolbox, we wanted industry leaders to share their insights with us in order to deeply understand the challenges they are facing in their day-to-day activities. The last interview within our Digitalization Trilogy of Interviews was with Wojciech Poludniewski, Group Director, Digital Business at Hempel A/S.
Summer At The Office: Survival Guide Part 1
Oh, the sun. Summer is officially here after a long, cold winter but for most, it’s business as usual. Hot days may seem like an eternity but there are ways we can still have an enjoyable summer even when we’re stuck behind our desks. Here’s the first part of our survival guide. Stay tuned for
How AI and Machine Learning Can Transform the Chemical Industry
The chemical industry is -without question- one of the most important industries in the world. Not only do 90% of our everyday products contain chemicals, but the industry also employs approximately 10 million people. Naturally, they were one of the first to embrace digital technologies such as process control systems or sensors which have a
Digitalization: How Transparency & Full-Time Availability Change Traditional Sales Patterns
We know that Digitalization plays a crucial role in the chemical industry in 2018. Digitalization does not only cause a shift in supply centres but also opens doors to increasing competition. Customers often take advantage of increasing competition among sales professionals by demanding low-cost solutions. So consequently, there might be more pressure to maintain the full value of the sale
How Globalization, Technology and Waste Management Shape the Chemical Industry in 2018
Major challenges such as increasing globalization, disruptive technologies or environmental preservation affect all industries and thus also chemicals. Departments like Supply Chain, Resource Planning or Life Cycle Management will experience a significant boost in efficiency throughout this and the following years. Have a look at these three major trends particularly relevant for the chemical industry.
Health and Safety: An interview with Tim Briggs
We all know how important it is to protect workers and employees against harm to their health and safety. One person that knows that better than anyone else is Tim Briggs, (Past President of the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) and currently the Chair of the Professional Standards Committee of IOSH). Before embarking
Public Speaking Skills: Ticket to Success
Did you know that the average person ranks the fear of public speaking above death? True story. Almost 75% of people are terrified to speak in front of others whether it’s an interview, a small meeting, an important monthly presentation or speaking at a conference. However, there are only a few skills that can bring
Top 3 Medical Devices Trends for 2018
As medical devices manufacturers are beginning to understand the power and benefits of big data, AI and other digital tools, the industry is facing a new wave of opportunities and challenges. Here are 3 trends that will certainly make the news in 2018. Digitalization Digital health was always the “black sheep” of the healthcare industry.
Verejná sféra je pre biznis kľúčová. Lídri top spoločností diskutovali na dvojdňovej konferencii
Bratislava – 180 významných ľudí slovenského biznisu, panelové diskusie, prezentácie či úspešné príbehy. Aj to prinieslo podujatie CEO FÓRUM SLOVENSKO, ktoré sa konalo 14.-15. februára v Bratislave. Hlavným cieľom podujatia je vízia lepšieho Slovenska. Aj preto organizátori podporili myšlienky projektu Hodnota za peniaze. „Súkromná sféra nemôže prekvitať, ak jej štát hádže polená pod nohy,“ povedal
