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Crafting Your Go-to-Market Strategy

How Ventures Should Approach Their GTM Strategy Launching a startup or scaling a venture is a high-stakes endeavour where the go-to-market (GTM) strategy can determine success or failure. Too often, founders overcomplicate the process or rely on cookie-cutter approaches that fail to address their unique context. ...

Leveraging ISO/IEC 42001

Trustworthy AI in Business OperationsAs artificial intelligence and machine learning continue to revolutionise various sectors, organisations are facing increasing pressure to manage these technologies responsibly. The complexity of AI systems, characterised by their autonomy, adaptability, and the opaque nature of their decision-making processes, demands robust ...
Paul Forrest of Ecaveo discusses a primer on the new EU Ai Act

EU AI Act Primer

Update, 29 July 2026 Nothing in this article constitutes legal advice, and the material is presented to support discussion and further review by qualified advisers. This primer was written in October 2024, a few months after the Act entered into force. The risk-based structure it describes still ...
Ecaveo on What you can learn about Organisational Culture from Slow Horses

Organisational Culture: Slow Horses

Slow Horses - Lessons on Organisational CultureI recently revisited the captivating series Slow Horses on Apple TV. While the engrossing plot and compelling characters easily hold attention, I was struck by how the show portrays organisational culture. Beneath the MI5 intrigue and high-stakes drama lies a ...
The Rise of the Chief AI Officer

Rise of the Chief AI Officer

The Rise of the Chief AI OfficerSo... Despite AI bubbling away at pace for many years, it is the relatively recent emergence of GenAI or Generative AI onto the scene that has really captured the imagination of the public and business alike.And despite the promise ...

Why Hire a Consultant

  So following a recent conversation with a client, I was challenged with summing up the answer to the question on most clients' lips... Why should I engage you? Well, in today’s fast-paced and competitive business world, seeking professional guidance and expertise can make a world ...

My Journey as a Mentor

The Critical Role of Mentorship Building a successful business is an extraordinary journey, filled with challenges, opportunities, and a myriad of decisions that can shape the future of your venture. While tenacity, creativity, and a solid business plan are essential, having a mentor can be the ...

Cyber Risk in the Boardroom

We live in a world where digital and cyber threats are as real as physical ones. As board members and non-executive directors, we’re the guardians of our organisation’s reputation, assets, and integrity. And in today’s digital age, that means being the guardians of our cybersecurity ...

Misinformation & Climate Change

Chewing the Cud on Climate Change at a recent board meeting, there were two items that were most veraciously discussed.  The first is the widespread dissemination of misleading information and the second, the increasing perils associated with climate change. These two issues are often closely ...
How should you reward your startup advisor?

Compensating a Startup Advisor

Reward for ValueStartup advisors bring valuable insights, industry expertise, and connections that can accelerate growth, help avoid common pitfalls, and provide strategic guidance. Advisors may support areas such as product development, fundraising, marketing strategies, and customer acquisition. The nature and depth of their engagement will ...
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