While things might have once felt simpler or better in days gone by, when the changes you face are being shaped by the wants and needs of your own customers, there is no chance of going back to the way things were.
A rigid focus on rapid growth can be detrimental, and can often result in failure – 9 out of 10 startups fail & a blinding focus on growth is often a contributing factor.
The alternative to embracing innovation is a culture focused on having the right answers, rather than asking the right questions – “hippo syndrome”.
Norbit creates branded loyalty apps for shopping centres, allowing customers to earn points and prizes from shopping in store.
ANZ has announced the appointment of Opher Yom-Tov, former general manager of global design consulting firm IDEO, as the bank’s first Chief Design Officer.
Alcohol delivery service Tipple is looking to leverage data to boost its offering to customers, while also creating an additional revenue stream.
Through the cloud-based ‘Spring Portal’ platform mining companies are able to easily manage their exploration and field staff online.
IKEA Australia has announced a IKEA Virtual Reality, allowing users to complete a digital ‘walkthrough’ of an IKEA store while browsing products.
Autopilot has announced the closing of a US$12 million funding round and the launch of a new customer tracking tool, Insights.
GatheredHere is a funeral home comparison website which lists hundreds of funeral services across Australia, allowing customers to view service pricing.
Tayble allows customers to look at a restaurant menu and order as soon they take a seat. The mobile app also acts as a discovery platform for nearby venues.
Olly’s Box offers a monthly subscription box for dogs, with each product designed to encourage dog owners to have fun with their pet and get active.
Prospa has announced the closing of $25 million in funding led by AirTree Ventures, which will be used to help the business grow its technology and team.
Tyro and AfterPay have announced a partnership that will see the AfterPay’s buy now, pay later solution rolled out to retailers using Tyro’s terminals.
On-demand photography startup Snappr has announced today its expansion into the US with the opening of a San Francisco office and backing from YCombinator.
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