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Space startup Wyvern raises $4.5M and joins YC’s latest cohort

TechCrunch

Hyperspectral imaging can provide detail about previously hidden information, including the chemical makeup of the scene it captures. So definitely a fantastic addition in terms of tech strategy.” So that seems to be an attractive factor for both talent recruitment and investors.”

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IT leaders explore footing amid shifting needs and the AI power struggle

CIO

During COVID-19 lockdowns, for example, specialty chemicals manufacturer Albemarle developed a VPA to provide self-service assistance to over 7,000 employees at home, including a natural language interface with a chat bot, and enough AI to help people interface seamlessly with several business applications at a time. Cretella agrees.

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This VC built a lab to make building biotech startups easier

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Over the past ten years, universities such as Northwestern, the University of Chicago, and the University of Illinois, have prioritized recruiting innovative faculty into the life sciences ecosystem. This involves chemical fume hoods, equipment to facilitate cell and tissue culture work. “It

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5 C-suite bridges every IT leader must build

CIO

But these days, that seat at the table, where the CEO and other top executives define and map out business strategy, is no longer enough. Chief marketing officer Kashif Naqshbandi, CMO at London-based tech talent recruitment and training company Tenth Revolution Group, meets about once a month with Tenth Revolution CIO Mark Hill.

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Hybrid Work: Benefits, Disadvantages and Other Considerations

Kaseya

Remember, putting together a comprehensive implementation strategy is key to drawing all potential benefits. For example, Dow Chemical saved over 30% in non-real estate costs after transitioning to a remote workforce. Improved Retention and Recruitment. Increased Productivity. Does remote working improve productivity?

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2020 Top CHRO List – The People Leaders To Watch

N2Growth Blog

Whited previously served as chief marketing officer for UP, led the Chemicals business, and also previously ran the railroad’s National Customer Service Center. Previously, Mr. Breitfelder held talent and strategy roles at Mastercard, PwC, and the Corporate Executive Board. He began his career at the U.S. Department of Commerce.

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COVID-19, Manufacturing Skills Gap and the Connected Worker

Strategy Driven

This aging workforce, coupled with a tight labor market, has resulted in critical skills and talent gaps impacting the ability of asset-intensive industries to recruit, train and retain a workforce with suitable competencies. It’s very critical for companies to start thinking about a “Connected Worker” strategy in the COVID-19 era.