A Mirror, Not Magic: The Global Gum Vision
The ‘magical computer’ mindset plagues workplace technology. But software isn’t magic—it’s a mirror reflecting human behavior. Here’s why this distinction matters.
Ron Whitman
Ron Whitman is an experienced technology consultant and strategist devoted to understanding the human aspect of workplace technology. His career path has evolved from web programming after the Dot-Com crash to providing guidance to Fortune 500 companies and rapidly growing startups on their technology strategies. Ron’s expertise includes business development, product management, and implementing cutting-edge technologies. His unique perspective comes from working with diverse clients across industries, giving him a broad view of how technology shapes businesses and human interactions.
The GenAI Reality Check: What Business Leaders Need to Know About AI Implementation in 2025
If 2023 was the year everyone wanted to be an AI company, 2024 was the year they discovered that wishing doesn’t make it so. At GenAI Productionize 2.0, industry leaders revealed why most AI projects never reach production, while regulated industries are finding surprising success. Here’s what’s actually working in enterprise AI implementation…
The Platform Tithe: WordPress, WP Engine, and Digital Platform Power
An ugly dispute between Wordpress and managed host WP Engine illustrates a pattern in the power dynamic between open-source platforms and those who benefit from them.