Wikinomics
In 'Wikinomics', Don Tapscott and Anthony D. Williams explore the revolutionary impact of collaboration in the digital age. They reveal how new technologies empower collective intelligence and transform traditional industries. By examining cases from various sectors, the authors illustrate the power of open-source innovation and peer production. This book asks crucial questions about the future of business and society in a networked world. Dive in to discover how harnessing the wisdom of crowds can lead to unprecedented growth and creativity!
By Don Tapscott, Anthony D. Williams
Published: 2010
"In a world where the traditional boundaries of business are shattered, collaboration through technology empowers us to innovate and create value like never before."
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The acclaimed bestseller that's teaching the world about the power of mass collaboration. Translated into more than twenty languages and named one of the best business books of the year by reviewers around the world, Wikinomics has become essential reading for business people everywhere. It explains how mass collaboration is happening not just at Web sites like Wikipedia and YouTube, but at traditional companies that have embraced technology to breathe new life into their enterprises. This national bestseller reveals the nuances that drive wikinomics, and share fascinating stories of how masses of people (both paid and volunteer) are now creating TV news stories, sequencing the human gnome, remixing their favorite music, designing software, finding cures for diseases, editing school texts, inventing new cosmetics, and even building motorcycles.
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Don Tapscott
Don Tapscott is a renowned Canadian author, consultant, and speaker, recognized for his pioneering work on the impact of technology on business and society. He has written several influential books, including 'Wikinomics: How Mass Collaboration Changes Everything,' 'Grown Up Digital: How the Net Generation Is Changing Your World,' and 'Blockchain Revolution: How the Technology Behind Bitcoin Is Changing Money, Business, and the World.' Tapscott's writing is characterized by its insightful analysis and clear exposition, often blending research with compelling narratives that make complex subjects accessible to a broad audience. He is a sought-after speaker on topics related to digital transformation, innovation, and the future of work.
Anthony D. Williams
Anthony D. Williams is an acclaimed author and thought leader, known for his insightful exploration of innovation, technology, and the future of society. He co-authored the bestselling book 'Wikinomics: How Mass Collaboration Changes Everything,' which delves into the impacts of mass collaboration and the power of communities in the digital age. His writing is characterized by a blend of accessible prose and deep analytical insight, making complex ideas understandable to a broad audience. Beyond 'Wikinomics,' Williams has continued to contribute to discussions on emerging trends and societal change, with works that inspire readers to think critically about the evolving landscape of technology and its implications for the future.
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- Authors
- Don Tapscott, Anthony D. Williams
- Published
- September 2010
- Publisher
- National Geographic Books
- ISBN
- 1591843677
- Language
- English
- Pages
- N/A
- Genres
- Business and EconomicsDigital MarketingEntrepreneurshipTechnologyEmerging Technologies
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