Thoughts & Articles
Sharp thinking and practical perspectives from our consultants and delivery leaders.
AI, Chess, and the Quiet Optimism of Human Adaptability
Not long ago I taught my wife, Morgan, how to play chess. I explained the pieces, walked her through a few openings, showed her the odd trap that catches beginners. It all felt reassuringly familiar. I’ve played for years and assumed I had a comfortable head start.
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AI Only Matters When It Moves EBITDA
Mature companies use AI to fix EBITDA leaks, reduce friction, and manage risk, not to chase trends.
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AI is the answer! What is the question?
There is a pattern emerging across large enterprises and PE-backed businesses. The board asks, “What are we doing about AI?”. It is understandable. It is also incomplete!
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The Hollow Shell
When AI Automates Bureaucracy Without Reframing Purpose all human connection is lost.
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EthSecDevOps: Integrating Ethics as a First-Class Citizen in Product Development
Deborah Webster and Ben Johnson explore the evolving intersections of ethics, sustainability and governance in technology.
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The AI Slop Tsunami: A Route Back To Authenticity And Trust
Why real human connection beats AI perfection.
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What Investors Want from Legal Ops
Investors value law firms’ operational maturity as key growth and scalability driver.
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De-risking tech in your portfolio
Private equity must prioritise tech risk; laxity quietly erodes deal value
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