Smarter Planet – Smarter Companies

IBM is right in tune with Smarter Companies from Intellectual Capital Advisors

I must say that I have been heartened to see IBM’s latest ad campaign on the “Smarter Planet“-since my blog (and the goal of my firm) is “Smarter Companies.”

IBM is offering great examples of ways that technology can make the planet healthier and our societies more sustainable. I try to offer ideas on how companies can leverage knowledge they already have for growth and greater performance. Ultimately a healthier planet and sustainable societies will be delivered through business. We are all in this together.

Smarter Accountants and Lawyers

Here are a couple of interesting follow ups to my post on legal business models:

The first is from the Journal of Accountancy here. It profiles accounting firms that are looking to create models based on value rather than time. The article profiles four firms that are blazing trails in this endeavor because, although my title implies otherwise, most accountants are in the same boat with lawyers–they are selling time, not value. Read more

Starting Today

Today seems like a good time to talk about the future. Yesterday, the United States elected a new president, Barack Obama. For months we have talked about the challenges that face our nation. Success is not guaranteed for our nation or our business community. We need to up the odds and strengthen the companies that form the foundation of our national economy. Starting today.

Where does the strength of our companies come from? Read more