5 must reads for the weekend

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1. The privacy prescription?

In a world where data breaches make headlines almost daily, healthcare organizations are feeling the pressure to keep up with a whirlwind of new threats and ever-changing state laws. With 19 states already rolling out their own privacy regulations and federal legislation stuck in limbo, the stakes couldn’t be higher. Consumers are demanding more transparency, especially after some major breaches have shaken their trust. As technology — especially AI — rapidly evolves, strengthening data privacy efforts is no longer optional. It’s crucial for protecting your business and maintaining the trust of your patients…?

How health care companies can navigate data privacy’s rapid evolution?

2. Perpetual evolution?

The private equity (PE) world is in the midst of a makeover, and it’s not just a fresh coat of paint — it’s a full-on transformation. Picture PE as "perpetual evolution," where firms are swapping out outdated strategies for new, innovative approaches. With the private credit market growing faster than a tech startup on a caffeine high, yet only claiming a modest 0.6% market share, there’s so much untapped potential. Meanwhile, the infrastructure sector is staring down a staggering $3.8 trillion funding gap by 2040, making PE firms the perfect candidates to step in and save the day. By attracting high-net-worth investors and partnering with insurance companies, these firms are not just keeping pace; they’re leading the charge…?

Private equity’s transformation: the perpetual evolution ?

3. Supply chain reaction?

Variability can disrupt supply chain efficiency, leading to higher costs and operational issues. To fix this, supply chains need two main strategies: decoupling and synchronization. Decoupling helps keep issues from spreading downstream, while synchronization makes sure production and inventory match what customers want. Together, they help create a stable supply chain that can handle changes easily. By using real-time feedback and working together, companies can better manage problems and keep things running smoothly.?

Decoupling and Synchronization: Building Stability in Supply Chains?

4. Money meets morals?

The rapid growth of the private debt market, along with a rising interest in impact investing and new EU rules, has created different ways to make sure that financial goals match up with Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) values. A new trend is linking fund managers' earnings, known as carried interest, to specific sustainability goals. This means that if fund managers want to earn their bonuses, they need to meet certain social or environmental targets, like reducing carbon emissions or promoting gender diversity. However, this approach isn't without its challenges. Measuring success can be tricky, and there's a risk that if financial performance dips, fund managers might lose motivation to hit those sustainability targets...?

Aligning carried interest with sustainability indicators in private debt ?

5. A dose of challenges?

AI’s influence on the pharmaceuticals market is projected to hit US$16.49 billion by 2034. Despite the high demand of this new technology, pharma companies are dealing with three main challenges that could slow down their use of AI. First, there are worries about fairness and how clear AI decisions are, which raises ethical questions. Second, they face technical issues like keeping data safe and following complicated rules. Lastly, there’s a lack of skilled workers who know how to work with AI, and some people are hesitant to change the way things are done. Here’s what EY-Parthenon India’s national life science leader had to say...?

AI projected to hit US$16.5B by 2024 in pharma, $97B in medical devices by 2028?

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