Talking about Platforms Platform Classics: Organizing for innovation in the digitized world
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Mar 14, 2025 This discussion dives into the enduring insights of a landmark paper on digital transformation. It highlights the balance needed between control and creativity in tech ecosystems, drawing on examples from giants like Apple and Google. The shift towards collaborative knowledge work is examined, emphasizing the impact of interconnected devices on workplace dynamics. Key traits for fostering innovation and ethical considerations in digital technology are explored, urging leaders to promote inclusivity and agile cultures in an ever-evolving landscape.
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Digital Materiality, Convergence, and Generativity
- Digital materiality describes how software and physical objects intertwine.
- Convergence combines separate functions and experiences through digital tech, while generativity fosters constant evolution and new creations.
Smartphone Convergence
- Smartphones exemplify convergence, integrating various functions like camera, music player, and GPS.
- This merging of experiences is powered by software.
Smartphone Generativity
- Generativity is demonstrated by smartphones as platforms for apps.
- These apps, created by developers, constantly add new functionalities, creating a continuously evolving system.