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Why The Government is Isn’t a Bigger Version of a Startup

Steve Blank

And from then on, innovation in semiconductors, supercomputers, and software would be driven by startups, not the government. Today, every government agency, service branch, and combatant command is adopting innovation activities (hackathons, design thinking classes, innovation workshops, et al.)

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Why Companies and Government Do “Innovation Theater” Instead of Actual Innovation

Steve Blank

The type of disruption most companies and government agencies are facing is a once-in-every-few-centuries event. Ultimately, companies and government agencies need to stop doing this or they will fail. By process I mean all the tools that allow companies and government to scale repeatable execution. Process Versus Product.

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The Difference Between Governance and Management

Board Effect

In the most simple terms, boards are responsible for oversight and planning and management takes care of the daily operations. Whether you take a broad or a narrow approach to the difference between governance and management, the differences are specific and distinct. The Role of Governance. Board and Governance.

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A Guide to AI Ethics and Governance for Mission-Driven Organizations

Board Effect

However, mission-driven organizations, including nonprofits and those focused on social and environmental causes, face several unique challenges when it comes to AI ethics and governance. What Is AI Governance and Why Does It Matter for Mission-Driven Organizations? AI technology is bound to advance.

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How Technology Can Support AI Ethics and Governance for Mission-Driven Organizations

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AI ethics and governance have come into focus as nonprofits seek to implement AI responsibly. Your board is ultimately responsible for effectively overseeing AI ethics and governance. Why Your Organization Needs an AI Ethics and Governance Framework AI programs are a draw for nonprofit organizations because they streamline processes.

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Unlocking Success: Empowering Community Banks with Governance Management Software

Board Effect

While “data governance” may not be a term we hear that often, it has immense influence on how community banks and credit unions collect and utilize data to drive their operations. Data governance acts as a powerful steering mechanism, enabling transformative change within our institutions.

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5 Key Trends Impacting Nonprofit Governance Plus Key Questions Boards Need To Be Asking 

Board Effect

Good governance for nonprofits is hard. This article outlines 5 key trends impacting governance for nonprofits and shares key questions that boards need to be asking, along with suggestions for strategies to start tackling them. Organizational Resiliency through Economic Pressures Are we prepared for sustainability of operations?