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Practical strategy training with the Obeya
A digital strategy is more than just a plan on paper. Success lies in its implementation: how well teams understand the strategy, put it into practice and continuously improve it. Many organisations struggle with the gap between strategy and implementation. How do you ensure that everyone in the organisation knows what is going on, what is expected of them and how they can contribute to the digital goals? The solution lies in a powerful combination of a clear strategy and an

Erik Hartman
2 days ago3 min read


Serious use of AI: why 95% remains superficial and how you can change that
The hype surrounding artificial intelligence (AI) shows no sign of abating. The flood of exaggerated positive and negative reports about AI continues to demand attention. Take this shocking headline, for example: ‘95 per cent of GenAI pilots fail’. But is that really true? Recent MIT research concludes that 95 per cent of AI initiatives fail and that only 5 per cent can be considered truly successful or, at least, can be developed further to the production phase within the o

Erik Hartman
Feb 54 min read


Connect your digital strategy with your business strategy
A successful digital strategy does not start with technology, but with a clear connection to the business strategy. How do you ensure that your digital initiatives truly contribute to your organisation's goals? The TIMAF digital strategy game offers a practical approach to making this connection. The first three steps in the game – the goals, the pain points and the success factors – are the key to a digital strategy that aligns with what really matters to your organisation.

Erik Hartman
Jan 294 min read


Organisational strategy and digital strategy in the AI era
The world is changing at a rapid pace due to digital technologies and artificial intelligence (AI). Organisations that want to successfully implement AI must look beyond the technology itself. It starts with a clear connection between organisational strategy and digital strategy. AI is not an end in itself, but a means to solve real organisational challenges. But how do you establish that connection? And how do you measure whether you’re on the right track? AI as a solution,

Erik Hartman
Jan 153 min read


Not an AI strategy, but a digital strategy for the AI era
The world is changing rapidly due to artificial intelligence (AI). Leaders often ask for help with their AI strategy, but what they really need is a strategy for the AI era. An AI strategy is limited to technology and tools, while a strategy for the AI era challenges you to fundamentally rethink your business, value creation and capabilities. The real question is not, ‘How do we apply AI?’ but ‘How do we win in a world transformed by AI?’ AI webinars: from theory to practice

Erik Hartman
Jan 83 min read


Digital resilience in wartime: what Europe can learn from Ukraine
Ukraine is showing the world how digital transformation is not just a strategic choice, but a lifeline in times of crisis. As the country fights for its existence, it has deployed digital solutions with remarkable speed and innovative power to keep the government, economy and society running. From e-government and blockchain to cybersecurity and citizen participation, Ukraine demonstrates that digital maturity is not a luxury but a necessity, even, or especially, in times of

Erik Hartman
Dec 11, 20253 min read


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
Dec 4, 20254 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 11, 20254 min read


Lessons from the Digital strategy roundtable
This morning we hosted a roundtable on Digital strategy, bringing together senior leaders from diverse industries - each with years of experience in digital transformation. The goal was simple: share real-world challenges, successes, and lessons learned. What emerged was a candid discussion about the human, strategic, and cultural factors that make or break digital initiatives. This isn’t just another theoretical take on digital strategy. It’s a practical breakdown of what ac

Erik Hartman
Oct 28, 20254 min read


Why your business needs a digital strategy - And how to build one that works
In today’s fast-paced, technology-driven world, a digital strategy isn’t just a 'nice to have' - it’s a 'must have'. A digital strategy leads the way to a successful digital transformation. Without one, organisations risk falling behind, missing out on innovation because of lethargy or making the wrong digital choices, and leaving themselves vulnerable to disruption. To explain how to create a successful digital strategy and how to execute on it, we made the infographic Digit

Erik Hartman
Oct 14, 20253 min read


Sun Tzu: The Art of Strategy
With the publication of Strategy in Digital Transformation , we will be regularly sharing the contents of the book here. Today, we follow...

Erik Hartman
Oct 2, 20253 min read


International book launch of 'Strategy in Digital Transformation'
After two years of thinking, reading, writing, and editing, the time has almost come: the long-awaited book Strategy in Digital...

Erik Hartman
Sep 18, 20252 min read


The challenge of any strategy: effective implementation
Many strategies fall by the wayside somewhere along the line: they are either not implemented at all or are poorly implemented. As a...

Erik Hartman
Sep 11, 20253 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 2, 20252 min read


Community experiences: getting started with Digital transformation
Last Wednesday, communications and digital professionals gathered at ING's headquarters in Amsterdam to exchange experiences and ideas...

Linda Francis
Jul 3, 20253 min read


AI is far from meeting expectations
The rise of generative AI raises many questions about its effect on our economy and labor market. All sorts of stories circulate about...

Erik Hartman
Jun 24, 20253 min read


Nobel laureate breaks through AI hype
Many analysts predict that artificial intelligence (AI) will transform the global economy, but MIT economist Daron Acemoglu offers a - in...

Erik Hartman
Jun 10, 20251 min read


Focus on the “What's in it for me?” in your digital strategy
Communicating is exchanging information with another person. The more you know about your interlocutor the greater the chance of...

Erik Hartman
May 22, 20254 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 10, 20252 min read


AI transforms information management and information governance: Lessons from U.S. intelligence agencies
Artificial intelligence (AI) can play a decisive role in breaking down traditional barriers in information management. By leveraging AI...

Erik Hartman
Mar 20, 20255 min read

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