Jeff Towson, a tech strategist and author, visited ByteDance’s TikTok headquarters in China.
He learned 3 important strategy lessons from his visit that can help businesses of all sizes succeed in the digital age.
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3 Digital Strategy Lessons from Epic Games and NetEase (Tech Strategy – Podcast 168)
Jeff Towson’s Podcast highlights three pivotal lessons from NetEase, an often-underappreciated yet influential player in the gaming industry. The discussion also touches on the concept of platforms vs. ecosystems, emphasizing the latter’s role in driving major technological innovation through collaboration. This podcast brings valuable strategy insights not just for gaming companies, but also for entities in general media and entertainment.
How WeChat Became the Everything App (Tech Strategy – Podcast 167)
In this week’s podcast, we focus on the phenomenon of WeChat, an app that has embedded itself into daily life as the ‘everything app’. I provide a strategic breakdown of how WeChat managed to achieve this status. Tune in to understand the graphics, slides, and insights shared on this platform, also available on iTunes and Google Podcasts
4 Insights from the Head of JD Smart Logistics Park (Tech Strategy – Podcast 166)
In this episode of the Tech Strategy Podcast, Jeff Towson shares insights from his conversation with the head of JD Smart Logistics Park. The discussion revolves around how JD Logistics, a part of JD, is building an advanced automated IoT logistics network, seen as one of the critical developments in the digital sphere. The podcast also touches on upcoming opportunities like the China Tech Tour, offering a deep dive into some of the best companies in Asia, including JD Logistics and others in e-commerce, media, and entertainment.
3 Steps to Supercharge Your Business and Career with Generative AI (Tech Strategy – Podcast 165)
In Jeff Towson’s latest podcast, he elucidates how generative AI can be the key to supercharging your business and career. He provides three practical steps: developing staff and skills in Gen AI, using AI to enhance internal productivity, and employing it to improve products, services, and the overall customer experience. This episode is a must-listen for professionals aiming to harness the potential of AI in their fields.
Yes, OpenAI and Google Will Likely Have Moats in Generative AI (Tech Strategy – Podcast 164)
In this episode of the Tech Strategy podcast, Jeff Towson discusses the future of generative AI and how OpenAI and Google are likely to have moats in this technology. He explains how these companies are using their vast amounts of data to train their models and how this will make it difficult for competitors to catch up. Towson also talks about the potential applications of generative AI and how it could change the way we live and work.
AutoGPT: The Rise of Digital Agents and Non-Human Platforms & Business Models (Tech Strategy – Podcast 163)
In this episode of the Tech Strategy podcast, Jeff Towson discusses the rise of digital agents and non-human platforms and how they are changing business models. He explains how these technologies are being used in various industries and how they could change the way we live and work. Towson also talks about the potential benefits and risks of these technologies and how companies can prepare for their impact.
AutoGPT and Other Tech I Am Super Excited About (Tech Strategy – Podcast 162)
In the 162nd episode of the Tech Strategy Podcast, Prof Jeff delves into three groundbreaking technologies: AutoGPT/AgentGPT, 5.5G, and the unique concept of human organizational structures adopting software architecture. Gain insights into the future of tech and how it’s poised to transform our lives and businesses. Don’t miss out on this exciting exploration of the technological horizon.
Why TikTok and Shein Won Internationally. And Why WeChat and Kuaishou Didn’t. (Tech Strategy – Podcast 161)
In Tech Strategy Podcast 161, Prof Jeff discusses the international success of TikTok and Shein, contrasting it with the less global impact of WeChat and Kuaishou. He identifies three key factors: having a 10x product and user experience, offering a service that’s standardizable across borders, and the ability to build on or develop competitive advantages rapidly.
3 Lessons from Huawei’s 2022 Financial Report (Tech Strategy – Podcast 160)
This blog post dissects Huawei’s recent 2022 financial report and the significant revelations it presents. Key takeaways include the stabilization of their core ICT business focusing on continuity, resilience, and quality, the more than double growth of cloud revenue marking Huawei’s biggest growth opportunity, and the surprising stability of the consumer business revenue. Join Jeffrey Towson in this insightful exploration of Huawei’s financial performance in 2022.