Arjen van Berkum | Technology & Contract Management Evangelist

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How Innovation, Art And Society Coincide


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Have you ever thought why great jumps in innovation and the greatest art and biggest jump as a society coincide? I am not surprised about the convergence of these three elements.

Innovation is about bringing new ideas and creativity into the world, and Art is one of the most powerful forms of creativity that exists. Art has been used for centuries to inspire people, to challenge the status quo, and to create movements that drive change. Artists, designers, and other creatives have always been at the forefront of pushing the boundaries of what is possible and creating new ways of thinking about the world around us.

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5 Tips For Managing A Relationship Between An Innovative Startup And A Corporation


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Startups and large corporations need to work together, but that is not easy. Some pointers today for that. And yes, as usual, I will be looking via the contract management view…. 

Are you currently navigating the tricky waters of managing the relationship between an innovative startup and a big corporation?

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The Long-Term Contract: Continious Collaboration And Communication


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Try managing 30-year contracts for physical asset creation and maintenance. Working with some amazing energy companies building and maintaining wind farms, I have seen firsthand the challenges that arise.

It’s a complex task that requires careful planning and management to ensure that the assets are created and maintained to the highest standards over the course of the contract. One key to success is establishing clear expectations and standards upfront, to avoid misunderstandings or disagreements later on. Also it is highly relevant to understand that the change control procedure is a vital part of these kind of agreements.

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Recession In The World Of Contract Management


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As a Contract Manager, your responsibilities include managing the company’s contracts with suppliers, vendors, clients, and stakeholders. During times of economic downturn or recession, it is essential to be prepared and take proactive steps to ensure the company’s financial stability. You will need to help the accountable executives to make the right calls in time in a proactive manner.

Here are five key things that every Contract Manager should do when a recession is on the horizon:

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The Top 10 Skills For The Future Of Work

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Combined with my love for innovation and business future thinking, I wrote todays post about the skills for the next decade.

1. Creativity: As automation and machine learning take over routine tasks, humans will need to tap into their creativity to come up with innovative solutions to problems.

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