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Digital maturity: the essential foundation for successful AI deployment
Artificial intelligence (AI) is everywhere. Organisations are investing heavily in AI applications, promising more efficient processes, better decision-making and new sources of revenue. But the reality is that many AI projects do not deliver the desired results. Why? Because AI is not a magic bullet. It is a powerful tool that only creates value if your organisation is ready for it. At TIMAF, we see every day that organisations wishing to deploy AI must first work on their d

Erik Hartman
2 days ago4 min read


Three events, a book launch and a workshop: how AI dominates every conversation
The TIMAF team travelled across Europe over the past few months for three events, a workshop, and the book launch of “Strategy in Digital Transformation”. We met many professionals, exchanged experiences and gained a wealth of impressions. Almost every presentation and almost every conversation was about AI. There was a constant stream of self-proclaimed AI experts who tried to explain artificial intelligence with conviction to an interested but also overwhelmed audience. For

Erik Hartman
Nov 114 min read


Handy ‘how-to’ book for creating a digital strategy
This September, TIMAF publishes the Strategy in Digital Transformation book, a practical guide to help you create a successful digital...

Erik Hartman
Sep 22 min read


The no longer ignorable role of Information Architecture in AI
The essential role of optimal information is too often underestimated in digital transformations. The focus is mostly on technology and...

Erik Hartman
Jun 194 min read


AI helps with better conversation
For me, one of the great benefits of digital technology is that it can help you listen better to your target audiences: both verbal and...

Erik Hartman
May 293 min read


Artificial intelligence (AI) requires breaking silos
More and more organisations are investing in artificial intelligence (AI) to make decisions faster, smarter and in a more scalable way....

Erik Hartman
Apr 173 min read


From data maze to clarity: strategy as key to understanding performance
Many organisations struggle with gaining good insight into their performance - both within internal organisation and in interaction with...

Erik Hartman
Apr 102 min read


Four stages of maturity in AI use
Artificial intelligence (AI) is playing an increasing role in organisations, as they strive to leverage AI to create value and gain...

Erik Hartman
Apr 32 min read


AI-supported CMS: the future of smart content management
The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) offers new opportunities and innovations in the world of content management systems (CMS). AI in...

Erik Hartman
Mar 133 min read


Introduction to Enterprise Architecture
Architecture provides the foundation for a building, as well as for a digital organisation. Every professional involved in digital...

Erik Hartman
Feb 273 min read


Data-driven with the human measure: data-informed
Organisations that make decisions based on data perform significantly better than organisations that still rely on gut feeling....

Erik Hartman
Jan 232 min read


Remove blockages in digital success today
There is almost no organisation that still works entirely on paper; digital technology is really everywhere in the organisation. But...

Erik Hartman
Dec 5, 20243 min read


Top management must steer on capabilities for successful digital transformation
In a rapidly changing world, an organisation's ability to operate effectively and grow sustainably is crucial. These capabilities - or...

Erik Hartman
Nov 28, 20244 min read


Lack of governance cripples any digital transformation
Digital transformation can help an organisation be truly successful in this digital age. But without good governance, such a...

Erik Hartman
Nov 21, 20243 min read


Process management in your digital maturity
Processes are an integral part of an organization's digital maturity. The better the processes are set up and measured and optimised, the...

Erik Hartman
Oct 1, 20243 min read


Processes: the white engine of every digital transformation
There is a lot of talk about digital transformation. The emphasis is often too much on technology. Fortunately, there are more and more...

Erik Hartman
Sep 23, 20242 min read


Wise lesson in any digital transformation: leadership IS organisational culture
Organisational culture is a critical success factor in any digital transformation. This is because a true digital transformation first...

Erik Hartman
Apr 25, 20244 min read


Do you have an idea for my new book?
These summer months, I am working steadily on the new book 'Strategy in Digital Transformation'. This will be a read and do book that...

Erik Hartman
Jul 6, 20231 min read


From Grand strategy to digital strategy: it's an end-to-end process
Organisations are struggling with their strategy. And that's a problem, because without a clearly supported strategy, digital...

Erik Hartman
Jun 22, 20233 min read


Take a pragmatic approach to your strategy
A strategy is often planned in advance, but sometimes it is also a certain pattern of organisational behaviour that arises...

Erik Hartman
Jun 8, 20233 min read

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