The Learning Layer: Building the Next Level of Intellect in Your Organization [Hardcover]

The author draws on his experience and expertise as a Senior Global Executive, CIO, Strategist, Scientist, and Inventor, to provide an in-depth look at the 'learning layer' a new business phenomenon that merges people and systems into a whole new operation and how it will transform the performance of any organization.PrefacePART I: IMPERATIVE AND OPPORTUNITYIntroductionIntellectual Capital Acceleration: The Competitive ImperativePART II: THE LEARNING LAYERLessons from the BrainThe Architecture of LearningThe End of Autistic Systems!Adaptive RecommendationsThe Learning Layer EmergesSocial Networks and Knowledge Management Unite!Processes that LearnPART III: BUILDING LEARNING INTO THE FABRIC OF BUSINESSThe Fabric of BusinessLearning and ValueBusiness Renewal and InnovationA Fabric of a Different NatureLearning Layer Application TourPART IV: BUILDING LEARNING INTO THE FABRIC OF YOUR BUSINESSImplementing the Learning LayerConclusion

The only sustainable edge is to learn faster by working with others. This book explores in very compelling terms the learning layer that all companies will need to stay competitive. Do not delay in buying and reading this path-breaking book - it may save your career and your company. - John Hagel, Co-Chairman, Deloitte Center for the Edge and co-author of The Power of Pull

This book explores the fundamentals of how humans learn and think, and applies them systematically to define a means by which organizations can better innovate and grow. By describing a real-world system for engineering innovation, Flinn captures a means by which businesses can harness the entrepreneurial creativity of individuals and systematize it. The Learning Layer is a must-read for any leader seeking to instill their organization with this potential. - David Berry, MD PhD, Partner, Flagship Ventures

As always, Steve Flinn has his eyes on technology's frontier, exploring the possibilities that may define our future. In l*