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Top Ten Reports │ Second Quarter 2023

Our top ten reports this quarter look at the state of organizations, how to accelerate productivity growth, and more. At No. 1, Michael Chui, Eric Hazan, Roger Roberts, Alex Singla, Kate Smaje, Alex Sukharevsky, Lareina Yee, and Rodney Zemmel reveal how gen AI could unlock trillions of dollars in value across sectors.

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1. The economic potential of generative AI: The next productivity frontier

Generative AI is poised to unleash the next wave of productivity. We take a first look at where business value could accrue and the potential impacts on the workforce. Preview the frontier

2. The State of Organizations 2023: Ten shifts transforming organizations

Organizations today face ten significant shifts. Here’s what to do about them. Make change at scale

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3. The future of wealth and growth hangs in the balance

The past two decades have generated $160 trillion in paper wealth but sluggish growth and rising inequality. What comes next? 4 scenarios

4. Reimagining economic growth in Africa: Turning diversity into opportunity

Africa’s economy downshifted over the last decade, yet half of its people live in countries that have thrived on the continent. Africa has the human capital and natural resources to accelerate productivity and reimagine its economic growth, which is, more than ever, vital for the welfare of the world. Download the full report

5. State of grocery Europe 2023: Living with and responding to uncertainty

2022 was overshadowed by inflation. As that shadow is lifting, European grocers are gearing up for future growth by investing in private labels, retail media, automation, and sustainability. 8 trends for 2023

6. The business of sports and the quest for inclusion for women

For all the progress toward equality on the field, sports administration remains dominated by men. A fairer, more inclusive industry would benefit everyone. Change the game

7. Delivering impact from US green bank financing

Green bank financing could mobilize hundreds of billions in investment toward net-zero emissions by 2050 as well as advancing environmental justice in the US. Learn how

8. Uniquely Austin: Stewarding growth in America’s boomtown

Austin is a booming region and an ascending economic powerhouse, but there are growing pains. Together, the region’s leaders can build a sustainable and inclusive future. Read more

9. Fulfilling the potential of US higher education

With bold, decisive action, the US higher education sector could expand its impact, deliver on its promise of more-equitable outcomes, and improve the nation’s economic competitiveness. 5 decisive actions

10. Aluminum decarbonization at a cost that makes sense

Production of this important metal has a significant carbon footprint. The path toward greener aluminum will require the participation of multiple stakeholders. Start the journey

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