The Secret Sauce of the “2% companies” – IMPRESSO #8

In this edition: The secret sauce of a “2% company”, Amazon’s hike in the Himalayas and a trip to China that might get you VC money.

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The secret sauce of a “2% company”

BCG’s think tank uncovered four specific traits of so-called “2% companies”. These firms outperform their peers in terms of innovation and efficiency – simultaneously! Their secret sauce? Focusing on those particular traits and choosing the right model for renewal may turn your company into a leading player and drive innovation in your industry and for society as a whole. Read more

 

Forgot something on your hiking trip? Don’t worry: Amazon’s got your back!

Amazon’s speedy delivery is well-known – recently even among citizen in the Himalayas: The e-commerce giant recently started to serve customers 11,562 feet up, enabling even those remote areas to enjoy the benefits of the well-served, connected ones. Read more

 

Need VC money? Get a plane ticket to China

When it comes to receiving the most VC money in Q2 2018, the winner is China. Its startups received a staggering 47% of VC money spent globally. While Alibaba’s affiliate Ant Financial Services’ record fundraising round pushed those numbers, it may also be the result of the Chinese government’s newly adopted innovation strategy. Read more