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What Inclusive Urban Development Can Look Like

Harvard Business

One of us is an urban theorist, the other a community-focused real estate developer. Developers have two primary ways to help create new and better jobs. The second is to develop spaces and programs to incubate entrepreneurs. They are certainly important components, but they are not enough. We think cities can do better.

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Career Launchpad: The value of joining an MBB Firm

Tom Spencer

My career path has taken me through consulting, joining a startup and becoming an operator, and then returning to consulting at an MBB firm. I wanted to dive deep into the transportation industry and build my expertise and network there. This structure provides extensive formal mentorship, allowing you to develop additional skills.

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Sustainable Supply Chains Reduce Environmental Footprint

Tom Spencer

Switching to eco-friendly transportation options, such as electric vehicles and hybrid trucks, helps reduce emissions. Sourcing materials and products locally reduces the distance goods need to travel, thus lowering transportation emissions. This strategy also supports local economies and reduces the risk of supply chain disruptions.

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Trends Shaping the Automotive Industry in 2022

Epicflow

The prospects for further EV market development are presented in the image below. [2] Connectivity: Further Developments . Also, the technologies are expected to be used in transportation network applications and in autonomous vehicles. [4] Autonomous Cars: Level 3 Self-Driving Private Car Becomes Available. Conclusion.

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Managing Risks in Manufacturing Projects: Essentials and Best Practices

Epicflow

Supply chain disruption involves raw material shortages, delays in transportation, trade restrictions, and more. Risks related to advanced technology use Even though manufacturers implement the latest technologies to increase operational efficiency, these technologies may pose additional risks.

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Startups: Picking the right opportunity for your career

Tom Spencer

Identify the areas that you are passionate about Consulting provided me with exposure to various industries, but I realized I wanted to delve deeper into the world of transportation. These startups have usually been in operation for around five years, have substantial funding, and have products that have achieved product-market fit.

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Front-Line To C-Suite | Inside The Heart and Mind of Former Disney COO and Experience Steward Jim MacPhee

Consulting Matters

Today, I'm chatting with one of my favorite executives of all time, Jim MacPhee, recently retired Chief Operating Officer and self-proclaimed Experience Steward for Walt Disney World Parks and Resorts. Next steps: Buy Jim's new book if you need to develop your Circle of Influence, get in balance, and lean into time-tested leadership guidance.