Steve Blank

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

We just completed the fifth week of our new national security class at Stanford – Technology, Innovation and Great Power Competition. Joe Felter , Raj Shah and I designed the class to cover how technology will shape all the elements of national power (America’s influence and footprint on the world stage).

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Board Effect

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Yet, like any fast-evolving technology, AI isn’t without its risks and challenges. 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.

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ReadWriteStart

MARCH 11, 2020

Due to their unique oversight, governments have a surplus of data at their fingertips. Here are the facts about AI startups needing data , and how that helps governments. Here are the facts about AI startups needing data , and how that helps governments. government procurement data. All hope is not lost, though.

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Steve Blank

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

We just completed the fourth week of our new national security class at Stanford – Technology, Innovation and Great Power Competition. Joe Felter , Raj Shah and I designed the class to cover how technology will shape all the elements of national power (America’s influence and footprint on the world stage). 7, 2017.

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Board Effect

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

The governance board and CEO should develop a strong AI framework that outlines the AI strategy and includes guidelines for usage. As Richard Barber, CEO and board director at the Mind Tech Group, pointed out at a recent Diligent user conference, “If your board or leadership does not have an AI framework in place, they should.

Technical Review 52

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Steve Blank

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

One of the unintended consequences was that many of the academics went off to found a wave of startups selling their technology to the military. And from then on, innovation in semiconductors, supercomputers, and software would be driven by startups, not the government. The Government Can’t Act Like a Startup.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 11, 2020

Struggling entrepreneurs are often so happy to get a funding offer that they neglect the recommended reverse due diligence on the investors. Investor due diligence on a startup is not a mysterious black art, but is nothing more than a final integrity check on all aspects of your business model, team, product, customers, and plan.

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ReadWriteStart

APRIL 14, 2023

In 2022, we saw unusual supply constraints — lingering post-coronavirus supply chain issues, a persistently tight labor market , and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine — converge with high demand — partly fueled by heavy government stimulus during the first two years of the pandemic.

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Steve Blank

JANUARY 11, 2022

We just had our final session of our Technology, Innovation, and Great Power Competition class. 20+ guest speakers on technology and its impact on national power – prior secretaries of defense and state, current and prior National Security council members, four-star generals who lead service branches. Lectures/Class discussion.

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Board Effect

APRIL 11, 2023

As the digital landscape continues to rapidly evolve and impact the healthcare industry, most organizations and their boards of directors would like to position themselves as tech-enabled decision-makers. Governance technology is an essential step toward digital transformation of your board and organization. The end result?

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Board Effect

JUNE 27, 2023

In this dynamic environment, it’s crucial for you and your fellow board members to position yourselves as tech-enabled decision-makers. By embracing technology and its potential, you can more effectively navigate this changing landscape and make informed decisions that drive the success of your school. The end result?

Technical Review 52

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Board Effect

JULY 19, 2023

As a community bank board member facing a digital landscape that continues to rapidly evolve and impact the financial services industry, we are guessing you probably would like to position yourself as a tech-enabled decision-maker. Governance technology is an essential step toward the digital transformation of your board and organization.

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Steve Blank

DECEMBER 9, 2020

We just held our sixteenth session of our new national security class Technology, Innovation and Modern War. Joe Felter , Raj Shah and I designed a class to examine the new military systems, operational concepts and doctrines that will emerge from 21st century technologies – Space, Cyber, AI & Machine Learning and Autonomy.

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Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 11, 2016

Some analysis and due diligence along the following lines should be performed on every idea, as a reality check, before committing your efforts and other people’s money to building a business: Look for places where competitors are few. Passion, optimism, and determination are necessary but not sufficient to assure a successful startup.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 13, 2023

Some analysis and due diligence along the following lines should be performed on every idea, as a reality check, before committing your efforts and other people’s money to building a business: Look for places where competitors are few. Passion, optimism, and determination are necessary but not sufficient to assure a successful startup.

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Steve Blank

OCTOBER 15, 2019

This article previously appeared in the Harvard Business Review. The type of disruption most companies and government agencies are facing is a once-in-every-few-centuries event. Disruption today is more than just changes in technology, or channel, or competitors – it’s all of them, all at once. Process Versus Product.

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Board Effect

JULY 19, 2021

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. The board of directors takes on the role of governance. The board of directors takes on the role of governance. Board and Governance.

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Board Effect

OCTOBER 26, 2023

In a recent Diligent panel discussion , industry experts gathered to discuss and explore how AI, particularly language models, can be harnessed to drive positive change and innovation in these sectors. Transformative applications of AI Our panelists highlighted the transformative potential of AI in local government, schools, and nonprofits.

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Board Effect

JULY 23, 2023

Here, we explore best practices for community healthcare board governance that will make volunteer board members even more effective in their roles so that they can ensure healthcare services are as good as they can be. Technology and Governance The word “governance” stems from the Latin word gubernare , which means to steer or rule.

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YoungUpstarts

AUGUST 21, 2019

Do you find it hard to maintain or start tech support services for your business? Information technology or IT is a crucial tool in today’s digital era. All businesses, big or small, should have their technical support department. This is often due to many factors, like having no resources and knowledge about IT.

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Board Effect

JULY 6, 2023

A nonprofit governance committee performs many of the same duties and has many of the same responsibilities as those for a for-profit corporation. Like for-profit entities, nonprofit organizations often formally combine the function of the nominating committee with that of the governance committee.

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Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 14, 2022

In addition to goodwill justified by a great leader and an outstanding team, investors will use their due diligence process to assess the organizational structure and effectiveness as well. Organizations are assigned value by how well they take advantage of the best technology, and turn information into action.

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Board Effect

JULY 10, 2023

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.

Software Review 52

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Board Effect

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

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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Steve Blank

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

We just completed the seventh week of our new national security class at Stanford – Technology, Innovation and Great Power Competition. Joe Felter , Raj Shah and I designed the class to cover how technology will shape the character and employment of all instruments of national power. Class 2 focused on China, the U.S.’s

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Board Effect

JUNE 14, 2023

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. Review your risk management policy to make sure it’s adequate for current circumstances.

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Steve Blank

OCTOBER 26, 2021

We just had our third week of our new national security class at Stanford – Technology, Innovation and Great Power Competition. Joe Felter , Raj Shah and I designed the class to cover how technology will shape all the elements of national power (our influence and footprint on the world stage). Russian Technology Strategy.

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YoungUpstarts

AUGUST 11, 2020

Amidst the outbreak, governments across the region, such as Singapore have been promoting the use of digital finance as a means to minimise physical contact and stamp the spread of the virus, channelling more monetary support for the growth of e-payments and digital financial solutions.

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The Startup Magazine

MAY 1, 2023

Modern technology has made it possible for fleet managers to optimize operations, streamline vehicle acquisition, and leverage telematics innovations to their advantage. By adopting advanced technologies and data-driven strategies, companies can optimize their fleet operations and stay ahead of the competition.

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Board Effect

MARCH 31, 2023

Nonprofits rely heavily on mobile and digital technologies to manage and fulfill their missions. Collecting and managing data has always been an essential part of delivering nonprofit services and activities, but the last decade has seen an increased reliance on technology to facilitate.

Government 52

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Steve Blank

JANUARY 17, 2023

This post previously appeared in the Harvard Business Review. But these look for founders who have a technical or business model insight and a team. Accelerators provide these teams with technical and business expertise and connect them to a network of other founders and advisors. Carlos stirred his coffee.

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Board Effect

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

It can seem overwhelming to tackle all of this, but fortunately, there is technology available to support board chairs and members in an age of transformation. Risk management plans should be developed and reviewed frequently and include input from the organization’s legal counsel.

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Board Effect

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Mission-driven organizations are using technology to make good things happen. But while technology can help deliver positive outcomes, it also brings problems, like the challenge of keeping information safe and secure. Several nonprofits have unfortunately faced reputational damage due to cyberbreaches.

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The Startup Magazine

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

Heralding a new era of digital transformation, technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) are being infused exponentially into the world around us. Most notably, the ground-breaking development and rapid global distribution of mRNA vaccines highlighted the speed and scale of technological advances to outsmart humanity’s most dire threats.

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Board Effect

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Fortunately, technology has a role to play in minimizing the effects of board transition — including prevention. By providing tools to create, edit and use board agendas and supporting materials easily, a nonprofit creates an environment that focuses on governance, not minutiae. Let us know how we can help your board.

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The Startup Magazine

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

It is not always a financial transaction; sometimes it comes in the form of managerial or technical expertise. They often invest in the technology industry and in other areas with great potential for growth. They may be interested in consumer products, software, fintech, AI, or green technologies. Pitch Decks and Presentations.

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Board Effect

AUGUST 29, 2022

Healthcare boards are challenged by many governance issues, and the health of seniors is one of them. Many lived with debilitating conditions for many years due to the lack of access to healthcare. The following six governance challenges should be on every healthcare board’s agenda. Financial Challenges. Cybersecurity Threats.

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