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Unmanaged business goals don't work. Here's what does.

Many large companies struggle to achieve their strategic goals due to implementation challenges. Learn five common goal management obstacles and solutions, including ways to enable better visibility, flexibility, accountability and resource allocation. Designing goals is a routine part of planning in every enterprise organization. In theory this should be simple—you set goals, make a plan to achieve them, and adjust as needed. The reality turns out to be much different.

Embracing Change: Fusing AI and Workflow Automation

Knowledge workers, hired for their creativity and high level critical thinking, currently find themselves losing time to routine tasks. With 41% of their day devoted to these activities, the global workforce is in dire need of a solution that frees knowledge workers from mundane, time-consuming tasks. This is where artificial intelligence (AI) and workflow automation shine.

Knowledge Work Automation in Real Estate

In real estate, where every decision can make or break a deal, the role of knowledge workers is crucial. These professionals are the ones behind critical problem-solving and innovation. Research shows that a large portion of knowledge workers' time is spent doing repetitive tasks that don't leverage their skills. Knowledge work automation promises to change the real-estate business by empowering knowledge workers to focus on the creative aspects of their jobs.

Information Management for the Manufacturing Sector

From small machine shops to large fabrication facilities, manufacturing businesses depend on effective information management. Manufacturing information management systems offer such businesses real-time insights into the status of production. Making information available at the right time and in the right context saves knowledge workers' time. Additionally, information management systems can help improve document security.

What is an Independent Contractor Agreement? [Sample Template]

Businesses thrive and succeed because they know how to utilize collaboration. There are situations where a project or a task requires a specialized skill or expertise beyond the in-house team. This is where independent contractors come in very helpful. To ensure a smooth and fruitful working relationship with this third-party provider, a well-drafted contractor agreement is crucial. This guide dives into the essential aspects of contractor agreements, exploring their benefits and components.

How to Control Development Costs: Strategies for Cost Management in 2024

Mobile applications are becoming an essential tool for companies and entrepreneurs. They may create new income streams, improve consumer engagement, and streamline processes. But knowing the costs involved in mobile app development before jumping in headlong is essential to the success of a project. This article examines the variables that affect how much does an app costs and provides advice on how to control them.

Document Management Integrates Text and Email with Ease

The workplace landscape has changed. Working smarter is essential to work-life balance. Efficient processes and procedures must meet the needs of knowledge workers since they prefer to use their time on revenue-generating strategies. With this goal in mind, implementing automated workflows and document management systems is integral.

Ville Somppi of M-Files on Artificial Intelligence, Knowledge Work, and Structured vs. Unstructured Data

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming knowledge work every day as every new innovation evolves faster and faster. We sat down with Ville Somppi, Vice President of Industry Solutions at M-Files, to chat about these changes, what they mean for the future of knowledge workers, and whether (or how) AI will help organizations bridge the gap between structured and unstructured data.

A Primer for Knowledge Work Automation

Generative artificial intelligence (AI) applications like ChatGPT are dominating the news, and knowledge workers—professionals who use information, creativity, and critical thinking skills—are paying close attention. Knowledge work categories include creatives (writers and artists), intellectuals (professors and economists), and experts (architects and computer engineers). Anyone interested in generative AI can try to predict the impact of this new technology.