This year, we take pride in celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Institute for Competitive Intelligence (ICI), a leading provider of education and applied research in the field of competitive and market intelligence (CI/MI). Since 2004, ICI has empowered professionals with cutting-edge CI/MI skills and knowledge, enabling them to create value for their organizations and stakeholders.
Ever wondered how Sherlock Holmes, the world-renowned detective, would perform as a professional CI/MI researcher?
His analytical skills, attention to detail, and knack for solving complex cases are not just for fictional detectives - they’re also essential for competitive and market intelligence researchers.
Bias in competitive and market analysis refers to the tendency to skew information or perceptions based on preconceived notions, leading to potentially inaccurate conclusions. This can include confirmation bias (favoring information that confirms existing beliefs), availability bias (relying on immediate examples), and anchoring bias (relying heavily on the first piece of information encountered). It’s crucial to be aware of these biases to ensure accurate and objective analysis.
"Shaping the Future of Competitive/Market Intelligence in the Age of Artificial Intelligence" - ICI’s Competitive Intelligence Conference (September 20, 2024) is THE premier event for professionals and practitioners who want to learn, share, and network with the best minds in the field of competitive and market intelligence.
Jules Verne’s classic novel Around the World in 80 Days is not only a thrilling adventure story, but also a source of inspiration for competitive intelligence (CI) professionals.
Recently, the Harvard Business Review reported a case where a Competitive Intelligence (CI) Unit successfully uncovered essential information that might otherwise have been overlooked. The core message here is that AI is capable of delving into vast data repositories and providing insights, even beyond what seasoned CI professionals might recognize.
In this powerful book, Neeraj Bali, an Indian Army veteran, and part if ICI’s faculty delves into the essence of building a robust company culture.
This article is a part of a sequence of forthcoming evaluations designed to assess the practical application of chatbots in Competitive and Market Intelligence search tasks.
Trade shows, conferences, and workshops serve as unparalleled platforms for CI professionals to gather valuable information. These events bring together industry leaders, innovators, and competitors under one roof, providing a unique opportunity to gain insights that would otherwise take months to compile..
We asked Bing chat to come up with 50 jokes on Competitive and Market Intelligence and chose the 10 best ones. Do they make you laugh?