Compares two automation approaches: designing processes for robots (Xiaomi) vs. replacing people in human-centric processes (Amazon).

Argues that despite ongoing debates, the need for true EA is growing. A simplified, IT-focused interpretation of EA is failing.

Analyses the strategic drivers behind the 'Make America Great Again' movement and its implications for global business.

A critique of techno-utopian solutions to economic stagnation, arguing that the firm, not AI, must be the true engine of growth.

Argues that for big companies to innovate, 'fintech thinking' must be directed inward to transform core business and operating models.

Introduces the need for a new EA vision that expands beyond IT to include the broader economic and historical context of the firm.

Defines the Enterprise Architect role by deconstructing it into three parts: competency, profession, and position in the operating model.

Argues the root cause of the CrowdStrike outage is a failure in corporate governance, not just a vendor's technical error.

Analyses Nvidia's strategic shift from a chip supplier to an ecosystem provider with its 'AI Factory' concept.

Posits that the real business threat of AI comes from competitors using it, not superintelligence. The opportunity is in process optimisation.