"Mary, it makes 'complete' sense. Different people do have DISTINCTLY different perceptions of the same thing
The more you integrate the greater the chance we all move forward
Best wishes on the move
Paul"
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"I wrote to EY in SA- to those in the report to draw there attention to this post. Here is the reply.
Hi Paul This is a very good observation. We have just initiated a process to get more definitive understanding of what is evolving here. Regards…"
"I think this is a problem across the entire <IR> community. A lot of the impetus for <IR> has come from the traditional accounting and the sustainability communities. Missing is the kind of work that we've been doing in the IC…"
"Agreed! What a uniting force you are...."
"Would be good to think so but impossible this end , where is my Innovation Capital call out - smiling!"
"Mary,
I liked the article, very reflective but equally bringing together the issues and challenges. As you concluded the need is to improve the flow of information, fill in the intangible information gap and demonstrate the value of holistic,…"
Pioneering in Integrated Reporting in South Africa
South Africa is leading the way on the usage and adoption of the integrated reporting approach. Ernst & Young encourage this through a bench marking of the listed companies, presently in its forth year.In the recent report "EY’s Excellence in Integrated Reporting Awards 2014" it does make for interesting reading on where the use of all the combined capitals are encouraged but still shows that progress seems to be significantly lacking.The stated purpose of the report.The purpose of the…See More
Looking at THE capitals within the Banking Industry
Just out a paper that might offer some useful reading on the treatment of THE capitals within Banking..The report opens with "Traditionally, reporting in the banking industry has focused on financial capital and, to some extent, human capital. With the emergence of a digitized world and the notion of the banks themselves under threat of disintermediation, careful consideration of the use of, and effects on, other capitals is increasingly important.""This paper provides insights into current…See More
The shift to intangibles within the digital age
It has been a while since I posted onto Smarter Companies but this held my attention and has got me thinking about the wider aspects of our intangibles and the impact digitization is having on bringing this further to the fore. I've taken this from an extended post on my site www.paul4innovating.com as I think it has a real relevance to the community here.The shift to intangibles within the digital age…See More
"Hi Paul,
Looking for discussion on the valuation of innovation capabilities.
https://timfoundation.wordpress.com/2014/12/18/tim-discussion-paper-business-valuation-of-innovation/"
"Greetings David,
Do let the community know what your are doing, its value and also the link you are wanting to deepen in the connection
Regards
Paul"
"Innovation capacity or as I suggest Innovation Capital. Build that into the powerful story of what all the combined IC's can deliver by giving them a real focused attention.
Here is my definition of Innovation Capital by the way and come and…"
"Ok Mary, you are really beginning to ramp up my curiosity, making me think for myself even more!"
"You're right. Whatever it takes to get attention to IC (by any definition) is welcome. Because it is a huge portion of value, value creation, innovation and performance.
I'm sorry if you felt swatted down! I can't help picking apart…"
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- What kind of role(s) do you usually fill?
- Consultant
- Areas of Expertise
- Mostly I focus on innovation, building their capabilities and capacities. The intangibles involved are critical to appreciate, provide frameworks and guides so the Intellectual Capital movement has always held my interest
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Pioneering in Integrated Reporting in South Africa
Posted on September 15, 2015 at 5:00am 2 Comments 1 Like
South Africa is leading the way on the usage and adoption of the integrated reporting approach. Ernst & Young encourage this through a bench marking of the listed companies, presently in its forth year.
In the recent report "EY’s Excellence in Integrated Reporting Awards 2014" it does make for interesting reading on where the use of all the combined capitals are encouraged but still shows that progress seems to be significantly lacking.
The stated purpose of the…
ContinueLooking at THE capitals within the Banking Industry
Posted on August 25, 2015 at 11:43am 0 Comments 0 Likes
Just out a paper that might offer some useful reading on the treatment of THE capitals within Banking..
The report opens with "Traditionally, reporting in the banking industry has focused on financial capital and, to some extent, human capital. With the emergence of a digitized world and the notion of the banks themselves under threat of disintermediation, careful consideration of the use of, and effects on, other capitals is increasingly important."
"This paper…
ContinueThe shift to intangibles within the digital age
Posted on August 12, 2015 at 7:30am 0 Comments 0 Likes
It has been a while since I posted onto Smarter Companies but this held my attention and has got me thinking about the wider aspects of our intangibles and the impact digitization is having on bringing this further to the fore.
I've taken this from an extended post on my site www.paul4innovating.com as I think it has a real relevance to the community here.
The shift to intangibles within the digital…
ContinueThe growing value of Innovation Capital.
Posted on August 1, 2014 at 8:53am 3 Comments 0 Likes
Recognizing the value of our innovation-related assets is where the ‘smart money’ should go. To gain growth and to improve productivity is through innovation. We need to translate knowledge into new values.
When you pause and consider the make-up of Innovation Capital you realize it makes such an economic contribution and in a report from McKinsey & Co, they have…
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- At 8:45am on May 10, 2015,
David Williams said…
Hi Paul,
Looking for discussion on the valuation of innovation capabilities.
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