Manufacturers have struggled to meet the demand spike after the initial pandemic slump for many reasons, but perhaps most importantly because of labor shortages. This has strengthened the case for companies to invest in robotics and automation. … READ MORE >
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The rise of ESG has growing implications for the tech industry
Technology companies have found themselves in the spotlight given their dominance in the market, sizeable valuations and ever-growing reach into the daily lives of people. … READ MORE >
Law firms investing in technology aren’t just cutting costs. They’re building a multifaceted competitive advantage.
In a remarkable twist, law firms are using technology to combat the No. 1 self-perceived threat to profitability without really knowing it. … READ MORE >
Government services executives highlight 5 trends from Q2
While government services contractors battle a tight labor market and continued supply chain disruptions, they are excited for what the future holds relating to infrastructure, artificial intelligence and zero-trust cybersecurity. … READ MORE >
The return to office slows in the technology sector
In recent weeks, several big technology companies have discussed and updated their plans for employees to return to the office. … READ MORE >
2021 tech IPOs have been white hot, but will the trend continue?
After a busy July, the tech IPO market appears to be on vacation so far in August. But it is possible that some of the biggest companies going public are lined up for the second half of 2021. … READ MORE >
5 things to know in life sciences: Week of Jan. 18
This week, we look at new officials in the government’s COVID-19 response effort, how changes in technology and bioethics are driving clinical trial diversity, and how robotics continues to change surgery and medical device manufacturing. … READ MORE >
5 trends from defense technology companies’ Q3 earnings calls
Defense technology company executives remain agile, anticipating future government spending trends, monitoring key supply chain risks, and investing in rapidly advancing technologies. Support for defense funding positions the sector for a strong 2021. … READ MORE >
CHART OF THE DAY: North America tech sector M&A reaches pre-pandemic levels
Since bottoming out in May, tech sector mergers and acquisitions in North America have been rising steadily. In October, dealmaking reached pre-pandemic levels last seen back in January and February of this year. … READ MORE >
Education technology will be crucial this school year, could see record venture capital in 2020
Given the enormous upheaval the education system will face in the coming year because of the coronavirus pandemic, technology will undoubtedly play a bigger role in connecting students to their teachers. … READ MORE >