Leader's Point of View
AI-Native OS and the Readiness Question Enterprises Can’t Ignore
Introduction
For quite some time, every CIO I meet talks about AI with urgency. Budgets are shifting, pilots are multiplying

Operationalizing AI: Lessons from the Delivery Frontline
Artificial intelligence (AI) draws attention, relentlessly capturing the front pages and featured sections of news portals and industry magazines. Its

Tariffs compound expenses, strain manufacturing resilience
Rising tariffs are inflating costs, and forcing manufacturers to rethink operations.
New tariffs are straining businesses across industries, amplifying cost

HRAI 50 Under 50 Awards 2025

Crafting Impact at the Intersection of Data and Human Insight
Sid Banerjee is the CEO of SG Analytics, now a Straive company, where he drives purpose-led growth at the

The Agentic Shift: Leading in the Age of Autonomous AI
The world is shifting, but the pace of the changes is no longer slow. Industries familiar with the quiet progress

The Growth Play CMOs Are Betting On – And It’s Not Hype“The hardest decision in marketing isn’t what to chase; it’s what to ignore.”
A subtle but powerful shift is taking place in marketing. For years, the game was speed—be the first to

Global Awards for Leadership and Excellence 2025: Celebrating People and Processes
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Rajat Sanan is the Head of Learning & Development at SG Analytics, bringing over 23 years of

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐠𝐦 𝐒𝐡𝐢𝐟𝐭: 𝐀𝐈 𝐚𝐬 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐫𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞, 𝐍𝐨𝐭 𝐉𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞
I am not a technologist. My experience is in scaling businesses through acquisitions, market shifts, and rethinking how things work

From Booths to Boardrooms: Turning Event Moments into Strategic Growth Engines
Kulwinder Singh, Chief Marketing Officer at SG Analytics, shares vital insights to turn event moments into strategic, lasting growth engines

Generative AI and Brand Voice: A Risk or Opportunity?
Generative AI (artificial intelligence) has escaped laboratory environments. Today, it has proven its potential to re-establish how corporations and

Sid’s TEDx Reflection: Why Great Leadership Begins with Truly Listening
What separates good leaders from great ones? The ability to truly listen—not just to what’s said, but to

DeepSeek’s Disruptive Model: A Challenge to US AI Dominance?
DeepSeek’s new AI model, R1, rivals top US models like GPT-4 at a fraction of the cost (USD 5.6 million). This has led to a significant sell-off in US AI and semiconductor stocks, raising concerns about the sustainability of US tech investments. Despite challenges, R1’s cost-effectiveness could drive broader AI adoption.

40 Under 40: Conversations with the Trailblazers Shaping the Future
The “40 Under 40” feature explores the stories and insights redefining success across industries, focusing on their career-defining moments, leadership principles, and approaches to navigating the dynamic markets.

Navigating China’s Pharmaceutical Market: Key Strategies for Access and Success
The Chinese pharmaceutical market is the second-largest market in the world, driven by rising healthcare needs. An increasing aging population…

Collaboration Between BRSR and ISSB Would Resolve Various Issues Related to Inconsistency in ESG Reporting
In a rapidly evolving landscape where environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations are becoming central to corporate strategy, our ESG head offers a deep dive into the current and future state of ESG in India.

How Generative AI Can Help Lower Data Risk in Enterprises
Innovation has been a driving force behind every success, some of the greatest modern developments, and fostering significant digital transformation…

From Boardroom to Stage! - Sid Banerjee's Guide to True Leadership
In a recent conversation with Attitude Makeover, Sid Banerjee, CEO of SG Analytics, highlights the top qualities of great leadership…

Leaders Talk: Sid Banerjee in an Exclusive Conversation with NASSCOM
In the dynamic terrain of today’s business world, embracing the transformative power of Generative Artificial Intelligence (Gen AI) is set to revolutionize organizational dynamics and fuel innovation. Recognizing Gen AI as a pivotal game-changer, I firmly believe its success hinges on top-down leadership. This conviction led me to relocate as CEO of the company, emphasizing the strategic importance of steering Gen AI’s integration from the forefront

2024 Outlook: Ideas that Will Change the World
Predicting what’s set to follow is challenging. However, there are several ideas and technologies that hold the potential to impact and change the world in the coming years. With these speculations in mind, let’s explore some areas of innovation and research that will bear fruit in 2024 and could potentially change the world.

Will Oil Price Be the Major Headwind for Inflation in 2024?
As we welcome 2024, oil prices have come down significantly amidst demand concerns on the back of an economic slowdown. However, a spurt in oil prices remains one of the major risks in 2024 given the expectations of OPEC+ member’s supply cuts and geopolitical concerns.

Unraveling Gen AI: Ethical Dilemmas in the Evolving Enterprise Landscape with Sid Banerjee
In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, the integration of Generative Artificial Intelligence (Gen AI) is poised to redefine the way organizations operate and innovate. As this transformative technology becomes increasingly integrated into enterprise practices, ethical considerations take center stage, requiring organizations to navigate uncharted territory and address pressing dilemmas.

From Learning to Earning: Is it a Cause-and-Effect Relationship or Just a Coincidence?
One of the fundamental questions that constantly confronts learning practitioners in any organization is whether the learning function serves as an enabler or a mere provider…

The CMO's Imperative: Building a Data-Driven Organization
Given the recent digitally driven explosion of consumer data and its importance in determining the success of the customer journey, the chief marketing officer (CMO)’s role has been discussed for some…

US-China Tech Rivalry: Implications for Venture Capital and the Chips Ecosystem
The strained relations between the US and China have exerted a profound and far-reaching influence on multiple facets of their bilateral ties, notably in venture capital and the burgeoning tech startup ecosystem.

Secondary Deals to Heat Up as IPO Slowdown Continues
A challenging macroeconomic backdrop significantly reduced VC- and PE-backed exits in 2022. The overall VC and PE-backed IPOs on US exchanges dropped from 309 in 2021 to just 42 in 2022, representing a massive drop in total proceeds, which also dropped from $763 billion in 2021 to just over $9 billion in 2022.

Navigating Supply Chain Challenges Through Innovation and Investment
The global supply chain emerged as one of the primary casualties of the pandemic, propelling VCs into action as they sought to invest in companies tackling the multifaceted challenges within this crucial sector.
