Apps Quote by Simon Mainwaring
“With the never-ending stream of new social technologies, apps and platforms rolling out every day, its easy to get lost in the minutiae of social media. Yet for there to be effective change, especially within large, top-down, hierarchical institutions, a company must have an over-arching understanding of the new role it has to play.”
About This Quote
Source Article: The Future of Work, 2019
Organizations must grasp the evolving role of social tech to drive change, avoiding distraction by endless platform updates.
In simple terms: Understand social tech’s strategic role, not just its tools.
Key Takeaway
Align tech with strategic goals.
Themes
strategy
technology
change
leadership
focus
Mood
analytical
critical
Type
strategic
insightful
When to use this quote
- corporate strategy
- innovation workshops
- leadership training
Key Concepts
Digital transformation
organizational learning
systems thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your organization prioritize strategy over tools?
- What processes ensure alignment with broader goals?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on tools can hinder strategic vision.
