Inspirations and Innovations: Bridging the Technology Gap
The ninth annual African Economic Forum, held March 28-29, 2009, explored how the continent could utilize resources, such as new investments in technology, to promote growth and stability.
Opportunities in the Middle East: An Interview with Mr. Ayman Adhair
Ayman Adhair, president and CEO of Global Integrated Management Consulting, discusses business opportunities and challenges in the Middle East and the value of ICT for the government.
Hollywood Gone Global
Has Hollywood gone global? Matthew Price explores the globalization of the film industry, following the trails of international revenue, talent, content, and investment in some of our favorite Hollywood films.
South Korea's LG: Looking for Branding Power
Runner-up, Study Tour Paper Competition: Students visiting the LG Electronics showroom in Seoul, South Korea, remark on the changing nature of the company, which strives for world-class reputation and quality in consumer electronics.
Kiran Karnik, Guiding Force for the Indian IT Industry
Kiran Karnik, President of NASSCOM in India, discusses the IT outsourcing backlash, the roles of the education system and management in IT workforce development, and the value of MBA students in India.
Google Conquers China: An Interview with Kai-Fu Lee
Kai-Fu Lee, president of Google China, speaks about his experience launching Google in China's bustling internet market, his transition from research to management, and his thoughts on the move back to China.
Silicon Swirl: Tackling the Growing Global Mountain of Electronic Trash
Where do all the cell phones go? Patrick Connolly offers some answers to the question of electronic trash and its environmental, regulatory and cost repercussions for global companies.
The 99: Superheroes for the Muslim World
Are comic book superheroes compatible with Islamic culture? Kuwait-based Teshkeel Media Group has attempted to answer this question by creating comic books infused with Islam.
The Future of the Telecommunications Industry: Enabling Creativity
Sanjiv Ahuja, CEO of telecommunications firm Orange, discusses his main goals at Orange and his vision of the company's future.