All articles tagged with #organizational culture
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Yahoo Home
A group of NASA employees and scientists have issued a declaration criticizing recent rapid changes, budget cuts, and safety system modifications at NASA, warning these could jeopardize astronaut safety and undermine the agency's mission, amid broader political and organizational shifts under the current administration.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by The New York Times
The article discusses the importance of flexible leadership and organizational culture, using the Knicks' coaching change as a case study. It highlights how effective leaders should leverage diverse skills within their teams, learn from successes and failures, and adapt their strategies to maximize team potential, emphasizing the risks and opportunities in leadership transitions.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by BBC.com
As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes more prevalent in the workplace, the adoption of a four-day workweek is gaining traction, with companies using AI tools to streamline operations and free up time for employees. AI has been fundamental to the success of businesses implementing a shorter workweek, saving time and boosting productivity. However, the shift to a four-day workweek will also depend on organizational culture, employee skills development, and executive buy-in. While AI may pave the way for a shorter workweek, its widespread adoption will ultimately depend on how businesses choose to integrate it into their operations.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The New York Times
The recent events surrounding Sam Altman's firing and rehiring at OpenAI raise questions about the sustainability of the organization's fruitful contradiction - being a for-profit company overseen by a nonprofit board with a corporate culture somewhere in between. The field of AI is unique, combining academic research with the intensity and audacity of the startup world. The article explores the tensions between the scientist's desire to discover, the capitalist's drive to ship products, and the cautiousness of a regulatory agency. The future of AI remains uncertain, with diverging opinions on whether it will lead to positive or negative outcomes. The challenge for OpenAI lies in maintaining its culture and mission orientation as it grows, while also navigating the pressures of the industry.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Business Insider
Tech workers are experiencing a significant decline in job satisfaction, with employee dissatisfaction now on par with workers in finance and consulting. The tech industry, once known for its generous compensation and reasonable work-life balance, is now facing a growing sense of frustration among its workforce. Factors contributing to this shift include the managementization of tech, with more managers than front-line workers, and the realization that the best jobs in tech are often non-technical roles. To regain workplace happiness and foster innovation, tech companies need to flatten organizational hierarchies, prioritize investment in technical talent, and listen to the voices of front-line employees.