Jul 15, 2014 by Carolyn HeneghanWhy Disney’s MagicBands Are a Cash Cow in the MakingEarlier this year, Disney rolled out its new MagicBands, multicolored wristbands poised to make a huge return on investment through big data, target marketing, and increased guest spending.
Jul 14, 2014 by Carolyn HeneghanWhy Ticket Scalping at the World Cup Could Mean Trouble for FIFAWith FIFA's corporate partner Match Hospitality now linked to a World Cup ticket scalping scandal, it raises the question of how a company like StubHub became a legitimate ticket reselling marketplace.
Jul 9, 2014 by Carolyn HeneghanWho Stands to Benefit When Health Care Wearables Are Everywhere?The proliferation of health-related wearable technology is undeniable. What does this mean for the future of the healthcare industry itself?
Jul 2, 2014 by Carolyn HeneghanAre Apple and Google About to Reshape the Future of Music Streaming?Following Apple's acquisition of Beats Music and Google's planned acquisition of Songza, the music streaming industry finds itself at a crossroads with new possible top players on the horizon.
Apr 24, 2014 by Carolyn HeneghanThe Original Game Boy Turns 25: How Has Nintendo Fared Since?Looking back on the Game Boy's past 25 years, has Nintendo been able to solidify its place as a leader in the video game industry?
Feb 22, 2014 by Carolyn HeneghanWhy California’s Potential Cell Phone Kill Switch Law Is PointlessCalifornia legislators are moving to pass a bill that would require mobile carriers and manufacturers to include a kill switch in all phones as of 2015. Is this the best way to deter mobile device theft, or is the bill motivated by potential business-related benefits?
Feb 14, 2014 by Carolyn HeneghanCould Apple’s Mobile Payments Disrupt PayPal?Apple's interest in pursuing mobile payments may make PayPal uneasy, but does the company have anything to worry about?
Feb 1, 2014 by Carolyn HeneghanCan Airbnb, Uber, and Other Shared Economy Companies Threaten the Travel Industry?Shared economy services for business travelers are growing by leaps and bounds, but is it enough to scare the traditional travel industry?
Jan 24, 2014 by Carolyn HeneghanHow NASA, the Navy, and Businesses Can Use the Oculus RiftWhile the Oculus Rift has been momentous for the gaming industry, its possibilities for revolutionizing other industries are endless as well.
Jan 14, 2014 by Carolyn HeneghanThe Real Reason Google Bought NestWith its acquisition of "smart" home devices developer Nest Labs, Google can now access consumer information in the home, potentially for more targeted ads. But could this move be good for consumers as well?
Dec 20, 2013 by Carolyn HeneghanWhy Is Darden Selling or Spinning Off Red Lobster?As Darden considers a sale or spinoff of Red Lobster, you have to wonder if seafood itself could be the cause of the restaurant chain's floundering sales.
Dec 18, 2013 by Carolyn HeneghanDo Streaming Music Services Have a Sustainable Business Model?Music streaming subscription services are the latest trend in the music industry and have already changed the way many people buy and listen to music. But are these services a sustainable business model, and how long will these companies last?
Nov 11, 2013 by Carolyn HeneghanWhy the Netflix-Marvel Partnership Makes SenseDisney and Marvel struck a deal with Netflix for multiple upcoming series rather than taking the traditional network TV route. An unprecedented move, this saga of original programming sets the stage for the future of television viewing and distribution.