The Hindustan Times
Visualizing Tech Education of the Future
“It is time for us to embrace cutting-edge interdisciplinary programs in mainstream [tech] education,” BCG’s Neeraj Aggarwal and Pallavi Jain write in the Hindustan Times. They outline how such interdisciplinary programs can help build future tech leaders who are creative, entrepreneurial, and socially conscious, and who possess the right tools to tackle the world’s greatest challenges.
Fortune
How AI-Powered Companies Dodged the Worst Damage from COVID
Artificial Intelligence will be critical in helping companies manage chronic uncertainty, asserts BCG’s François Candelon in his op-ed for Fortune. He outlines the ways in which companies that are ahead of the curve in their use of AI minimize costs and maximize revenue. Candelon also posits that while humans will play a key role in all AI-driven execution, having employees reimagine themselves working in tandem with AI is the only way for companies to “win the post-pandemic future.”
The Edge Malaysia
Malaysia’s Renewable Energy Opportunity
Asia-Pacific is expected to attract $3.7 trillion in renewable-energy investments by 2040 – more than the investment commitments in North America and Europe combined. In The Edge Malaysia, BCG’s Dave Sivaprasad and Priyanshu Kumbhare write that green energy presents new opportunities for Malaysia in particular. Sivaprasad and Kumbhare explain that Malaysia’s rollout of renewable energy will create new jobs and open new business opportunities for the country.
Forbes
Deep Tech: 30,000 Startups Can’t Be Wrong (And Some Will Change Our Lives)
In her column for Forbes, BCG’s Deborah Lovich asserts that deep tech is going to change our lives. She says “patience is needed; you need to think long term,” and suggests the kinds of questions leaders of large companies should be asking themselves now to prepare. Lovich shares that deep tech also has the potential to disrupt existing industries and crush businesses that are unable to adapt. She believes that senior leaders must keep this in mind as they evaluate the emerging landscape.
The Sunday Times
Business Travelers Opt for Eco-Friendly Alternatives
In The Sunday Times of London, BCG’s Mai-Britt Poulsen outlines BCG’s pledge to cut emissions from business travel in accordance with the firm’s goal to reach net zero by 2030. As part of its commitment to combat climate change, she explains, BCG is piloting an initiative that highlights the carbon footprint of travel and provides more environmentally friendly alternatives for staff. Poulsen says the process was designed to “create transparency and awareness and then generate discussions as to what we actually need to change to meet our target.”
The Guardian
‘Peak Meat’ by 2025 for Europe and the US
A new BCG report, produced in collaboration with Blue Horizon, found that “alternative proteins will capture 11% of the global protein market by 2035.” BCG’s Decker Walker tells The Guardian that the US and Europe may reach “peak meat” in 2025, after which the consumption of meat will decline due to the fast growth of plant-based alternatives. Walker believes the world is already at such a point where meat consumption is falling for the first time in history.
Africa Press
Digital adoption in Africa supersedes other regions - Tanzania
A new report by Boston Consulting Group called Digital Challenge in Africa, reveals that although Africa currently trails other regions in terms of digital adoption and maturity, the pace of adoption and infrastructure buildout is happening faster on the continent than any other region in the world.
The Edge Singapore
Investing in the future of Southeast Asia's renewable energy landscape
Southeast Asia’s renewable energy capacity is expected to increase dramatically, with the region’s electricity demand expected to double by 2040, an annual growth rate twice the global average. Solar and wind technologies is set to drive the regional renewables growth, with other pockets of opportunity available as well.
Africa Briefing
How digital adoption across Africa surpasses the world
Although Africa currently trails other regions in terms of digital adoption and maturity, the pace of adoption and infrastructure buildout is happening faster on the continent than any other region in the world.
The Australian
The Future of Work in the Era of AI
According to a BCG report on the future of work in the era of AI, the Australian economy will likely face a shortage of more than a half-million workers across critical sectors by 2030 and “huge economic disruption.” BCG’s Miguel Carrasco tells The Australian that demonstrated policy measures are “needed to help workers transition away from the impacted industries.” He believes that digital literacy and education reform can create transformative changes and a more adaptive Australian workforce.
Crown Publications
Modern Mining March 2021
In order to turn around the South African mining growth trajectory and rebound stronger from the COVID-19 crisis, a set of collaborative actions are required from all key stakeholders, including government and labour. Speaking to Modern Mining, Lucas Chaumontet, MD and Partner at Boston Consulting Group’s Johannesburg office, details eight primary actions for government and industry to improve mining competitiveness in SA post COVID-19.
Bizcommunity
Digital adoption in Africa supersedes other regions
A new report by Boston Consulting Group called Digital Challenge in Africa, reveals that although Africa currently trails other regions in terms of digital adoption and maturity, the pace of adoption and infrastructure buildout is happening faster on the continent than any other region in the world.
Bangkok Post
Investment and Innovation in Thai Renewable Energy
BCG’s Aman Modi and Marko Lackovic write in the Bangkok Post that population growth, strong economic performance, and significant market potential will increase Asia Pacific’s renewable energy capacity by two terawatts over the next decade. They reference a BCG report that explores this substantial growth potential and the reasons why Thailand is positioned to lead. They write “with greater liberalization and supportive tweaks to the landscape,” Thailand can unlock a new future of renewable power investment.
Yahoo Finance
Business Leaders Must Encourage Vaccinations
BCG CEO Rich Lesser joins Yahoo Finance to discuss the latest updates on the rollout of COVID-19 vaccines and its impact on businesses. He emphasizes the importance of business leaders doing everything possible to encourage people to get vaccinated quickly. He also details the importance of effective management during this complex period of workers returning to the office. Lesser says that “many businesses will be doing everything they can to educate, to encourage, and to incent their colleagues to get vaccinated.”
Bangkok Post
Investment and innovation in Thai renewable energy
Thailand has clear ambitions for a more sustainably powered future and is expected to grow its renewables from 30% to 39% of the renewable energy mix. This will potentially position the country as Southeast Asia’s leader for renewable energy. Surplus energy capacity largely fuelled by gas will, however, likely hamper renewable adoption. In this op-ed penned exclusively for the Bangkok Post, find out from BCG’s Aman Modi and Marko Lackovic which renewable energy will be the major drive in Thailand and what can be done to unlock a new future of renewable power investment for the nation.