Inspiring the Next Game

BCG Institute

New perspectives on business, technology, economics, and science by BCG Institute Fellows and their guests. The first season, hosted by Massimo Russo, focuses on the data economy. Topics include understanding what the data economy is, the challenges of data sharing, and how firms can navigate the changing landscape of opportunity. For more ideas and inspiration, sign up to receive BCG INSTITUTE INSIGHTS, our monthly newsletter, and follow us on LinkedIn.

Episodes

  1. 06/04/2021

    The Future of Data Sharing

    The benefits of sharing data means more and more of our data is centralized, potentially putting it at risk. But new models are emerging, distributing data to keep it safe while keeping all of the advantages. In this episode of the Inspiring the Next Game podcast series, we hear from Professor Sandy Pentland, Professor at MIT and Co-Creator of the MIT Media Lab, on the future of data sharing and AI. *** About the BCG Henderson Institute The BCG Henderson Institute is the Boston Consulting Group’s think tank, dedicated to exploring and developing valuable new insights from business, technology, economics, and science by embracing the powerful technology of ideas. The Institute engages leaders in provocative discussion and experimentation to expand the boundaries of business theory and practice and to translate innovative ideas from within and beyond business. For more ideas and inspiration, sign up to receive BHI INSIGHTS, our monthly newsletter, and follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter.

    The Future of Data Sharing

  2. 05/21/2021

    How to Govern Data Sharing

    Good governance is critical to ensure participants are willing and comfortable to share their data. In this episode of the Inspiring the Next Game podcast, we hear from Stefaan Verhulst, Co-Founder and Chief R&D Officer of the Governance Lab at NYU on how best practice governance can overcome some of the challenges of data sharing. *** About the BCG Henderson Institute The BCG Henderson Institute is the Boston Consulting Group’s think tank, dedicated to exploring and developing valuable new insights from business, technology, economics, and science by embracing the powerful technology of ideas. The Institute engages leaders in provocative discussion and experimentation to expand the boundaries of business theory and practice and to translate innovative ideas from within and beyond business. For more ideas and inspiration, sign up to receive BHI INSIGHTS, our monthly newsletter, and follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter.

    How to Govern Data Sharing

  3. 05/07/2021

    How to Build a Data Platform

    When building an ecosystem that relies on shared data, attracting partners is critical. In this episode of the Inspiring the Next Game podcast, we hear from Lane Arthur, Vice President of Data, Applications, and Analytics at John Deere on their journey to build a precision agriculture platform that attracts both farmers and service providers. *** About the BCG Henderson Institute The BCG Henderson Institute is the Boston Consulting Group’s think tank, dedicated to exploring and developing valuable new insights from business, technology, economics, and science by embracing the powerful technology of ideas. The Institute engages leaders in provocative discussion and experimentation to expand the boundaries of business theory and practice and to translate innovative ideas from within and beyond business. For more ideas and inspiration, sign up to receive BHI INSIGHTS, our monthly newsletter, and follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter.

    How to Build a Data Platform

  4. 04/23/2021

    How Data Sharing Builds Innovation

    How are companies developing novel ways of addressing sustainability challenges through data? In this episode of the Inspiring the Next Game podcast, we hear from Peter Weckesser, Chief Digital Officer, on how Schneider Electric has built a platform to share data, spur innovation, and enable partners to deliver new products and services. *** About the BCG Henderson Institute The BCG Henderson Institute is the Boston Consulting Group’s think tank, dedicated to exploring and developing valuable new insights from business, technology, economics, and science by embracing the powerful technology of ideas. The Institute engages leaders in provocative discussion and experimentation to expand the boundaries of business theory and practice and to translate innovative ideas from within and beyond business. For more ideas and inspiration, sign up to receive BHI INSIGHTS, our monthly newsletter, and follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter.

    How Data Sharing Builds Innovation

  5. 04/09/2021

    How Data Sharing Creates Societal Value

    What if sharing your data can help unlock immense societal value and be a central part of a company’s Total Societal Impact strategy? In this episode of the Inspiring the Next Game podcast, we hear from Erin Simon, Head of Plastic Waste and Business at World Wildlife Fund, on their efforts to promote data sharing in the plastic packaging industry to jumpstart our journey to a more circular supply chain. *** About the BCG Henderson Institute The BCG Henderson Institute is the Boston Consulting Group’s think tank, dedicated to exploring and developing valuable new insights from business, technology, economics, and science by embracing the powerful technology of ideas. The Institute engages leaders in provocative discussion and experimentation to expand the boundaries of business theory and practice and to translate innovative ideas from within and beyond business. For more ideas and inspiration, sign up to receive BHI INSIGHTS, our monthly newsletter, and follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter.

    How Data Sharing Creates Societal Value

  6. 03/26/2021

    How Data Sharing Changes Business Strategy

    Platforms and ecosystems perform a fundamental function to connect companies, share data, and enable innovation. Michael Cusumano, Sloan Management Review Distinguished Professor of Management at the MIT Sloan School, has researched platform businesses and competition for over 30 years. In this episode of the Inspiring the Next Game podcast, he explores the role of data in platform competition with Massimo Russo, BCG Henderson Institute Fellow researching the Internet of Things, data economy, and its impact on business. *** About the BCG Henderson Institute The BCG Henderson Institute is the Boston Consulting Group’s think tank, dedicated to exploring and developing valuable new insights from business, technology, economics, and science by embracing the powerful technology of ideas. The Institute engages leaders in provocative discussion and experimentation to expand the boundaries of business theory and practice and to translate innovative ideas from within and beyond business. For more ideas and inspiration, sign up to receive BHI INSIGHTS, our monthly newsletter, and follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter.

    How Data Sharing Changes Business Strategy

  7. 03/26/2021

    How Data Sharing Creates Value for Customers

    What if data your customers have on your product or service could enhance the customer experience, but you don’t have access to that data? In the first episode of the Inspiring the Next Game podcast, Sherry Sanger, Chief Marketing Officer of Penske Transportation Solutions, discusses Penske’s success in accessing connected truck data to create a valuable service built on aggregated data shared by customers, with Massimo Russo, BCG Henderson Institute Fellow researching the Internet of Things, data economy, and its impact on business. *** About the BCG Henderson Institute The BCG Henderson Institute is the Boston Consulting Group’s think tank, dedicated to exploring and developing valuable new insights from business, technology, economics, and science by embracing the powerful technology of ideas. The Institute engages leaders in provocative discussion and experimentation to expand the boundaries of business theory and practice and to translate innovative ideas from within and beyond business. For more ideas and inspiration, sign up to receive BHI INSIGHTS, our monthly newsletter, and follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter.

    How Data Sharing Creates Value for Customers

  8. Season 1 Trailer

    What Is the Data Economy?

    Over the past decade, a growing numbers of companies have come to view data as a strategic asset. At the same time, sensors, connected devices, and leaps in AI have all contributed to the generation of higher-value data. What are the implications for businesses?  Check out this episode to hear more. Host: Massimo Russo, BCG Henderson Institute Fellow Guest: Karalee Close, Global Leader of Boston Consulting Group's Technology Advantage practice *** About the BCG Henderson Institute The BCG Henderson Institute is the Boston Consulting Group’s think tank, dedicated to exploring and developing valuable new insights from business, technology, economics, and science by embracing the powerful technology of ideas. The Institute engages leaders in provocative discussion and experimentation to expand the boundaries of business theory and practice and to translate innovative ideas from within and beyond business. For more ideas and inspiration, sign up to receive BHI INSIGHTS, our monthly newsletter, and follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter.

    What Is the Data Economy?

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New perspectives on business, technology, economics, and science by BCG Institute Fellows and their guests. The first season, hosted by Massimo Russo, focuses on the data economy. Topics include understanding what the data economy is, the challenges of data sharing, and how firms can navigate the changing landscape of opportunity. For more ideas and inspiration, sign up to receive BCG INSTITUTE INSIGHTS, our monthly newsletter, and follow us on LinkedIn.

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  • Creator
    BCG Institute
  • Years Active
    2021
  • Episodes
    8
  • Rating
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