Authentic Inclusion(TM): Drives Disruptive Innovation

In a world where technology is deeply embedded in all of our lives providing an individualized experience for every member of society has become a universal business imperative. To reach new markets and develop the innovations that will shape tomorrows business landscape todays most successful and innovative companies are operating with everyone in mind--not just the majority. In Authentic Inclusion(TM) Drives Disruptive Innovation thought leader speaker strategy advisor and women-in-technology trailblazer Frances West proposes new ways that business leaders can affect sustainable and scalable change--and tap into tremendous opportunities--by viewing inclusion as strategic and by addressing diversity proactively. In this essential blueprint Frances reveals how putting humans first--and building inclusion into business strategies technological infrastructure and organizational processes--can enable companies to bring principle purpose and profit into a state of harmonious alignment for sustainable talent acquisition market expansion and business differentiation. Throughout the book Frances draws on her unique personal background and business experience in technology innovation--from her personal journey as a first-generation non-English speaking immigrant to her professional path as a woman in tech and IBMs first Chief Accessibility Officer--along with cutting-edge practices and solutions on accessibility technology and digital inclusion. The result is a candid and inspiring book that offers leaders the necessary guidance to achieve disruptive innovation and lasting success.