I love education! ORU is such a dynamic place. We are so blessed to be apart of a University that prizes itself in becoming more globally-minded and technologically advanced.
I have learned some new information, upon reading an article from the director of the McKinsey Global Institute-Management Intuition for the next 50 years. I'd like to share some of my highlights and thoughts:
Large global shifts are occurring that dramatically change the way we do things, bringing extraordinary implications for global leaders. Acceleration in the scope, scale, and economic impact of technology will usher in a new age of artificial intelligence, instant communication, consumer gadgetry, and boundless information while shaking up business in unimaginable ways.
Global flows of data, finance, talent, and trade are poised to grow exponentially in the upcoming years due to advances in connectivity. The massive emergence of technological change will stimulate the next era of innovation and growth in a variety of areas. Advances in technology and the interconnectedness of geographic markets make the development of difficult-to-replicate inventions invaluable.
It will be increasingly difficult for senior leaders to establish or implements effective strategies unless they remake themselves in the image of the technologically advanced, demographically complex, geographically diverse word in which we will all be operating.
Everyone a technologist. Technology is no longer simply a budget line or operational issue--it is an enabler of virtually every strategy. It is critical that everyone become fluent in how to use data and technology. --This is one way the I.T. department can have a large impact on the student body and faculty. We can continue to provide excellent assistance to the ORU body in their understanding and use of technology.
Remaining innovative is key. We must capture the opportunities that the advancement of technology provides. The more we can instrumentally optimize our productivity, we will shine in the market of academia.
Change is hard. Human beings are biased toward the status quo and resist changing our assumptions and approaches even in the face of the evidence. Those who understand the depth, breadth, and radical nature of the change and opportunity that's on the way will be best able to reset their intuitions accordingly, shape this world, and thrive.
Rachel Voigtlander is a guest blogger for www.donordepot.com. She is currently completing her MBA degree from Oral Roberts University. If you would like to contact Rachel to comment on this blog post (be nice!) or would like to collaborate with her on a project or employment opportunity feel free to reach out to her at rachelvoigtlander@oru.edu.