Corporate Intelligence

Since its release in 2006, Financial Intelligence has become a favorite among managers who need a guided tour through the numbers, helping them to understand not only what the numbers really mean but also why they matter. This new, completely updated edition brings the numbers up to date and continues to teach the basics of finance to managers who need to use financial data to drive their business.

Today's world is complicated: companies are becoming more powerful than nations, the lines between public and corporate institutions grow murkier, and the internet is shredding our privacy. To combat these onslaughts, people everywhere - rich and not so rich, in business and in their personal lives - are turning away from traditional police, lawyers, and government regulators toward a new champion: the private investigator.

He Never Knew Virtual Reality Could be So Realistic... Matt receives a mysterious full-immersion virtual reality suit in the mail. Curious, he tries it on one afternoon. He isn't prepared for what happens in VR, but it interests him. A lot. Can he live out his sissy fantasies inside a virtual world? Find out today!

With the help of their new allies, the Engineer and Grace create Hope's Mirage, a freighter that will help them operate Balder Corp, their new enterprise. As allies become partners and unseen enemies spark a shadow war, a fresh crew member joins their ranks. Can the Engineer and Balder Corp navigate these challenges and survive the brewing conflict?

Hitching a ride to the inner solar system, the Engineer and Grace quietly advance their technologies. Their discovery triggers a change that brings them closer to each other while pulling them further from humanity. On Earth, Valen Techtronica detects an unexpected, sophisticated intrusion from Ceres Station, prompting a search for its origins. Meanwhile, a mysterious new organization reveals themselves to the Engineer and Grace. Can the Engineer and Grace outpace Valen’s pursuit, and what of this uneasy, newfound alliance? Will it help them? Or destroy them?

The New Corporate DNA: Why Skills Matter More Than Titles offers a comprehensive exploration into the transformative shift from traditional role-based structures to a dynamic, skills-centered approach. As organizations across industries navigate rapid change, this book provides a roadmap for those who want to foster adaptability, innovation, and inclusivity in their workforce. It guides readers through the essential elements of creating a skills-based organization (SBO), from establishing frameworks for skills mapping and leveraging AI-driven talent analytics to implementing personalized ...

They Know Everything About You is a groundbreaking exposé of how government agencies and tech corporations monitor virtually every aspect of our lives, and a fierce defense of privacy and democracy. The revelation that the government has access to a vast trove of personal online data demonstrates that we already live in a surveillance society. But the erosion of privacy rights extends far beyond big government.

At QuantumCore, one of the world’s leading tech companies, Clarke Reed is on the verge of revolutionizing artificial intelligence with Project Genesis. But when a talented yet mysterious intern, Emily Stone, joins the team, tensions rise. A devastating security breach targets the project, and suspicions quickly turn inward. As corporate rivalries and personal ambitions collide, Clarke must navigate a maze of secrets, betrayal, and deception. With QuantumCore’s future hanging in the balance, no one can be trusted—and the truth may be more dangerous than the lies. The Intern is a ...

Surveillance Zone gives you an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look into the mysterious world of private-sector espionage, surveillance detection, and covert protective operations that take place right here at home, under most people's noses. You'll discover how corporate sector surveillance and surveillance detection work, what real-world special operations are like, how covert operators blend into different environments, and much more.

Thanks to a vaccine called headspace, violent crime is a thing of the past. Headspace doesn’t prevent violent thoughts, it prevents you from acting on them. There hasn’t been a murder in nearly 50 years. Gone are the days when cops carried guns. Gone are the days when law enforcement was trained to deal with heinous crimes. In the year 2109, cops are nothing more than glorified therapists, trained to handle conflict with words rather than actions. Headspace ensures no conflict will result in violence. Until now… Officer Marcus Hardy is the closest thing that Omaha Metro Crisis ...

“Here’s the thing. Nobody will come out and say this, but. Well, I think they think you’re involved. Some China link.” When Jen didn’t say anything, Andrew went on, “So, let’s assume everything’s on the record, even offline.” Working for big tech and pushing the boundaries of AI Andrew Wincham is used to knowing things early. But when he’s implicated in a mysterious data leak with global implications, his hectic life reaches breaking point.

"The Beginner's Guide To Google Data Cloud is your comprehensive guide to navigating the world of Google's data cloud. This book teaches you the basics of how to use all the major tools, including BigQuery, Analytics, Sheets, and Docs. Whether you're a beginner or an expert, this book will show you how to get started with your data analytics journey." -Elijah Falode It is a digital world, and it calls for smart digital measures for both digital marketers and business owners. As a business owner or digital marketer, most of your activities revolve around using data about your business to ...

Detective Jackson Dark is no stranger to mysteries, but when the murder of a software engineer at tech giant Bytecore Tech surfaces, he’s plunged into a world where innovation collides with secrecy. As he questions Bytecore’s star employees—an ambitious project manager, a reclusive coder, and a jealous ex-lover—Jackson discovers a hidden backdoor in the company's prized AI project. This revelation pushes him into a dangerous game of power, betrayal, and high-stakes ambition. With each interview, clues emerge, but someone close is willing to kill to keep their secrets buried. "After ...

In today’s chaotic world, where the multiplication of information sources creates competing narratives, credibility is the key to winning the war of ideas. This is the reason why governments and corporations resort to astroturfing - creation of ostensibly grassroots movements set up to advance political agendas and commercial campaigns. The democratization of information and polarization of politics offer a perfect storm.

In the cutthroat world of office politics, where smiles can hide daggers and handshakes conceal ulterior motives, "Sheep's Clothing" emerges as your indispensable guide to survival. This razor-sharp manual doesn't just expose the wolves lurking in your workplace—it arms you with the wit and wisdom to outsmart them at their own game. Prepare to laugh, cringe, and nod in recognition as you journey through the corporate jungle, where sociopaths prowl the corridors of power. With a perfect blend of humor and hard-hitting advice, this book peels back the layers of workplace manipulation, ...

Today's global economy has a dark underbelly. Using cutting-edge technology and age-old techniques of deceit and manipulation, corporate spies are the hidden puppeteers of globalized business. In his gripping, alarming exposé, Eamon Javers recounts the sordid history of this hidden world - from Allan Pinkerton, the nation's first "private eye" through Howard Hughes's private CIA, to the shocking realities of a vast modern-day spying network with tentacles reaching into virtually every corner of the globe.

Collection of six science fiction short stories and vignettes from author Bill D. Allen. Some are never before published Includes: "Bear" "Totem" "Liberation" "Truckin" "Guardian" and "Star Gazing"

In a world where 72% of companies lack an AI policy and most prioritize shiny implementations over the less glamorous essentials of readiness and governance, The Curious Case of ChatterBotGPT couldn’t be more timely, or more entertaining. This compelling business parable dives headfirst into the chaos, challenges, and opportunities of AI in the workplace, offering a cautionary tale wrapped in wit and intrigue. Acme Inc., a mid-sized tech company with big ambitions, finds itself at the center of an AI-fueled storm when Thaddeus Blandly, an eager but misguided employee, uploads proprietary ...

Based on his work at some of the world's largest companies, including Ford, Adidas, and Chanel, Christian Madsbjerg's Sensemaking is a provocative stand against the tyranny of big data and scientism, and an urgent, overdue defense of human intelligence. Christian Madsbjerg argues that our fixation with data often masks stunning deficiencies, and the risks for humankind are enormous. Blind devotion to number crunching imperils our businesses, our educations, our governments, and our life savings.

In an era where data is hailed as the new oil and AI as the engine driving innovation, navigating the disruptive landscape of technology can be daunting for data leaders. AI & The Data Revolution, a groundbreaking book by Laura Madsen, offers pragmatic advice and strategic insights tailored for data leaders in today’s fast-paced world. As digital transformation revolutionizes industries across the globe, businesses are increasingly turning to data-driven decision-making and AI-powered solutions to gain a competitive edge. However, with this rapid evolution comes many challenges and ...