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?? ?? [#podcast] In an era where go-to-market strategies are evolving rapidly, Asher Mathew—a veteran in partnerships, ecosystems, and business transformation—makes a case for the strategic role of partnerships in modern business. On this podcast, Asher unpacks how partnerships extend beyond traditional sales and marketing, influencing product development, customer acquisition, and even service delivery. Sharing how “intentionality in design” is at the core of partnership strategy, he explains how organisations can align themselves with customer needs.? So, whether you’re a startup or an enterprise, this episode will serve as a perfect playbook for leveraging partnership as a key growth multiplier rather than just another channel. Key Highlights: ?? Partnerships are a strategic growth lever, not just a sales channel, and modern businesses must integrate them across product development, marketing, sales, and customer success. ?? Successful partnerships require intentional design, as organizations must decide what to build, buy, or partner for, ensuring alignment with their core strengths and market positioning. ?? Customer-driven partnerships create the most impact because instead of targeting potential partners first, companies should engage customers to understand which collaborations will bring real value. ?? Different partnership models serve different objectives, and businesses can leverage referrals, reselling, co-selling, or OEM agreements based on their goals and market dynamics. ?? Balancing horizontal and vertical partnerships is key, as hyperscalers like AWS and Google Cloud offer broad reach while niche vertical partnerships provide deep industry access and differentiation. ?? Organizational structures must evolve to support partnerships, and as businesses scale, a dedicated partnership function helps prioritize, manage, and grow strategic relationships. ?? AI and platform ecosystems are reshaping partnerships, as companies transition from traditional partner tiers to dynamic, data-driven collaborations that enhance efficiency and growth. #Partnerships #GoToMarket #BusinessStrategy #EcosystemGrowth #PartnerPrograms #TechPartnerships #PlatformEconomy Full episode: https://blss.io/POD115

AI can generate insights, but real transformation happens through human interaction and the ability to navigate complex, qualitative decisions. Consulting and education go beyond delivering knowledge; they facilitate change and foster collaboration by Louis-David Benyayer. #AI #GenerativeAI #DigitalTransformation #AIExpertise #FutureOfEducation #BusinessModels #Strategy #FutureOfConsulting

During the episode, Louis-David Benyayer shares tangible examples from his experience of how these industries are evolving: consulting firms moving away from traditional billable hours toward subscription-based and modular services and universities looking to redefine their role in a world where knowledge is highly accessible, among others. Take a look Scan the QR and listen to the full episode. #AI #GenerativeAI #DigitalTransformation #AIExpertise #FutureOfEducation #BusinessModels #Strategy #FutureOfConsulting

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Contracts are often seen as rigid, zero-sum instruments, but what if they could foster trust, adaptability, and shared value creation? In this episode, former BCP guest?Annette Dhami?explores regenerative contracting—a new approach that reimagines agreements as dynamic, living structures designed to support mutual flourishing. Moving beyond extractive and adversarial legal frameworks, regenerative contracts embrace principles of reciprocity, resilience, and relational governance. #ORG https://blss.io/41i1x98

Information wants to be free. But in an AI-driven world, who benefits from knowledge, and how do we retain its value? Ben Thompson explores the tension between AI’s ability to aggregate, synthesize, and commoditize information and the growing attempts to build walls and toll gates around proprietary research. As AI models grow more powerful, some will double down on proprietary knowledge and exclusive access, while others will embrace a more open, decentralized approach. #DeepResearch https://blss.io/41unIu5

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John Grant examines how AI-driven agents could shift control from centralized platforms to more persistent, self-sustaining protocols. He argues that AI-mediated systems could enable long-term coordination mechanisms that operate independently of any single entity, challenging traditional business models built on extractive control. Yet, the key question remains: who sets the rules, and how do we maintain alignment in an agent-driven world? This piece highlights the need for ontologies and constraints to shape how AI interacts within these emerging systems, ensuring transparency and governance rather than unchecked automation. #Protocols https://blss.io/43iS5oC

?? ?? [#podcast] As AI reshapes industries at an unprecedented pace, Louis-David Benyayer, associate professor at ESCP Business School and a leading researcher and strategist at the intersection of AI, digital transformation, and knowledge work, joins us on this podcast to discuss what it means for the consulting, education, and knowledge work industries. In this episode, Louis helps us explore how Generative AI has the potential to go much beyond automating tasks and fundamentally shifting business models in two very key industries: Consulting and Professional Education. He emphasizes that "AI will likely not replace human expertise but amplify the best experts. " He also states that hybridizing humans and technology allows for deeper insights and more significant impact. Key Highlights: ?? AI is transforming consulting and education, not just by automating tasks but by reshaping business models. ?? Expertise is more valuable than ever, as AI commoditizes basic knowledge. The best consultants and educators will leverage AI as a tool to enhance their impact. ?? Having a framework isn’t enough - expertise matters. The Blue Ocean Strategy, for example, has been around for decades, but applying it effectively in real business scenarios requires deep expertise. Similarly, AI can generate insights, but knowing how to act on them is what creates value. ?? Human decision-making remains critical in strategy, as AI can optimize known processes but cannot redefine markets, make trade-offs, or drive transformative change. ?? Universities must rethink their core value as knowledge becomes freely available. The future of education lies in curated learning, human interaction, and critical thinking. ?? Soft skills will be the true differentiator in a world where AI can handle hard skills. Emotional intelligence, facilitation, relationship-building, and navigating human dynamics will become even more essential in consulting and education. ?? The future of knowledge work is hybrid, blending AI-powered efficiency with human creativity, expertise, and leadership. The challenge is not whether to use AI but when and how to integrate it effectively. #AI #GenerativeAI #DigitalTransformation #AIExpertise #FutureOfEducation #BusinessModels #Strategy #FutureOfConsulting Full episode: https://blss.io/POD116

AI is reshaping how work is structured, pushing businesses away from rigid processes and toward fluid, agentic systems. This piece argues that companies must?rethink workflows, decision-making, and collaboration models as AI-driven OSs mature. The future of work may not be about managing people but about orchestrating AI agents by Matteo Cellini. #Work https://blss.io/3Xg5E4u