We’re skeptical (in a good way 😉) and data-driven. We’re diverse in focus with the ability to zoom out and see the entire economy. Our deliverables are based in scientific studies without bias, and shared openly to generate a network effect for innovation. Why D^3? Because AI is only half the answer. --- Kara Miller’s overview with Karim Lakhani and Jen Stave, PhD kicks off a showcase series that will dive into the work of our labs and the angles we’re taking to invent the future. #FutureTech #Innovation #BusinessExcellence #DigitalInnovation #BusinessTechnology #AIAdvancements #DigitalTransformation #InnovationInBusiness
Digital Data Design (D^3) Institute at Harvard
Research Services
Boston, MA 8,940 followers
(Re)inventing how organizations compete and thrive in the digital world and educating a new generation of leaders
About us
Technological change is reshaping business, the global economy, and societies. The accelerating pace of this change is simultaneously driven by digital, data, and design: • Digital: digitization is happening everywhere, impacting all industries, the world is getting digitized • Data: using data science and AI to analyze all facets of company, economic, and human data produced from digitization • Design: engaging human-centered design to unlock the value of data science and deploy it as a tool Leaders today identify digitization as one of their top three priorities — along with climate change and diversity, equity, and inclusion. The Digital, Data, and Design Institute at Harvard (re)invents how organizations compete and thrive in the digital world and educates a new generation of leaders. D^3 (pronounced D-cubed) provides a new architecture for rigorous research, immersive learning, and cutting-edge practice by embracing close partnerships and collaborations with leaders and organizations impacted by digital transformation. Critically, the Institute houses both technical research in data science and machine learning alongside research examining broader business implications, allowing faculty in disparate disciplines to unite around common interests. D^3 is based at Harvard Business School, but seeks to engage and benefit all of Harvard. With 14 labs, 30+ faculty members, and 6 Communities of Practice, D^3 enables companies to be more competitive in the age of AI and generate new organizational models.
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https://d3.harvard.edu/
External link for Digital Data Design (D^3) Institute at Harvard
- Industry
- Research Services
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
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- Boston, MA
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- Educational
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- 2022
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Boston, MA 02134, US
Employees at Digital Data Design (D^3) Institute at Harvard
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Raj Chinai
Partner at Iron Pillar | Growth-Stage Tech Investor | YPO | Wharton Private Equity & Venture Capital Alumni Association
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Stephen Goodman
Growth Executive | Global GM and P&L | Commercialization | Board Member
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David Homa
Strategy and Operations Executive | Digital Data Design Institute at Harvard | Digital Technology Literacy Expert
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Suraj Srinivasan
Philip J. Stomberg Professor of Business Administration, Harvard Business School
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"Active participation in AI communities is essential for both developers and business professionals aiming to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving field." AI communities are the beating heart of innovation, where developers, businesses, and enthusiasts unite to share knowledge and push boundaries. From Stack Overflow’s active forums to GitHub’s collaborative projects and Kaggle’s real-world challenges, these platforms are transforming how we learn, compete, and grow in the AI space. But it’s more than just tech—authentic relationships and trust within these communities are irreplaceable assets. 🔗 Read the full blog post from Executive Fellow Doug Levin to discover how engaging with AI communities can propel your career and business to the next level. #AI #CommunityEngagement #Innovation #OpenSource #AITrends
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Professor Harvard Business School | Chair D^3 Institute at Harvard | Board Member, Mozilla Corporation & VideaHealth | Academic Partner, Flagship Pioneering
Woah stealth book release by my brilliant colleague Feng Zhu and leader of the the Platform Lab at Digital Data Design (D^3) Institute at Harvard - this rises to the top of my pile of books. Need to understand how to compete against giant platforms? You should read this book.
Excited to receive the physical copies of my book, Smart Rivals: How Innovative Companies Play Games That Tech Giants Can't Win, which will be released in two days! The book explores how companies can effectively compete with tech giants on their own terms. You can read more about it or order a copy at https://a.co/d/bB5YpMO. Thank you!!! A special thank you to Mo Abudu, Makan Delrahim, Kathleen Eisenhardt, Marco Iansiti, Hubert Joly, and Daniel Sokol for reading the draft and providing the endorsements.
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In a competitive AI landscape, startups must build a solid defense to thrive. 💡 Doug Levin, Executive Fellow at Harvard Business School working closely with D^3, reveals seven game-changing strategies to outpace the competition. From combining AI technologies to creating AI-native workflows and leveraging network effects, these moves will set your startup apart. 🔗 "Seven New Approaches for AI Defensibility for Startups": https://lnkd.in/ev9g9t9R #AI #Startups #Innovation #TechStrategy #AIDefensibility
Seven New Approaches to AI Defensibility for Startups
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Today is the final day to vote for our SXSW panel! Don’t miss the chance to see Shikhar Ghosh and Karim Lakhani debate whether AI leads us to a utopia or dystopia. This is your last opportunity to help bring this critical discussion to one of the biggest stages. 🔗 Cast your vote here: https://lnkd.in/eZkNV2qb
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⏰ Voting for SXSW panels closes tomorrow! Have you cast your vote for our panel, "Our AI-Driven World: A Utopian Dream or Dystopian Nightmare?" Help Shikhar Ghosh and Karim Lakhani take the stage at this prestigious event. Your support can make a difference! 🔗 Cast your vote here: https://lnkd.in/eZkNV2qb
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Professor Harvard Business School | Chair D^3 Institute at Harvard | Board Member, Mozilla Corporation & VideaHealth | Academic Partner, Flagship Pioneering
Your weekend nerdy read. Is this the end of creative #crowdsourcing? I am pleased to share with you a paper from Laboratory for Innovation Science at Harvard & Digital Data Design (D^3) Institute at Harvard on a study we did comparing human crowdsourcing and human+GenAI brainstorming to solve problems in the circular economy. TLDR: You need to incorporate GenAI for business problem solving. Peer Reviewed Paper is here https://lnkd.in/dXS7cjVN Our results indicate that while human crowd solutions exhibited higher novelty—both on average and for highly novel outcomes—human-AI solutions demonstrated superior strategic viability, financial and environmental value, and overall quality. Notably, human-AI solutions cocreated through differentiated search, where human-guided prompts instructed the large language model to sequentially generate outputs distinct from previous iterations, outperformed solutions generated through independent search. By incorporating “AI in the loop” into human-centered creative problem-solving, our study demonstrates a scalable, cost-effective approach to augment the early innovation phases and lays the groundwork for investigating how integrating human-AI solution search processes can drive more impactful innovations. Joint work with Jacqueline Ng Lane Miaomiao Zhang Léonard Boussioux & Vladimir Jacimovic Please share in your networks! #aiforbusiness #brainstorming #creativity
The Crowdless Future? Generative AI and Creative Problem-Solving | Organization Science
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Get ready for a game-changing discussion at SXSW! Professor Shikhar Ghosh is excited to share why his upcoming panel with Karim Lakhani will be revolutionary. Together, they’ll explore how AI will transform industries and redefine our lives. This isn’t just another talk—it's a glimpse into tomorrow's world, where AI drives innovation and opportunity. Don’t miss the chance to bring this groundbreaking conversation to the SXSW stage. Cast your vote now to ensure they get the platform they deserve! 🔗 Vote here by clicking the up arrow https://lnkd.in/eZkNV2qb and help shape the future of AI!
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Imagine transforming your creative ideas in less than two minutes. Whether you want a Rembrandt masterpiece or your favorite actor reimagined as a Rembrandt painting, AI is revolutionizing the way we approach creativity. It's not just about speeding up the process—it's about unlocking entirely new possibilities that were once out of reach. AI is no longer just a tool; it's a creative partner that amplifies your potential. Curious about how AI can reshape your creative journey? Tune into Karim Lakhani’s insightful fireside talk at GV (Google Ventures) on AI and business to learn more: https://lnkd.in/e46_W2UB
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"We're at a point with AI where we need everyone, even those who think it's just about silly things like cat videos, to engage in the debate." — Jen Stave, PhD, Institute Launch Director. Jen Stave challenges us to think about the cultural norms and values we want to ascribe to AI. Should creators disclose when AI is involved? Is it unethical not to? Or is it just a part of our evolving digital landscape? This conversation isn't just for tech enthusiasts—it's for everyone. As AI continues to shape our world, it's crucial for society to decide how we feel about these technologies and the ethical questions they raise. 🔊 Listen to the full discussion from Harvard Business School Online's Parlor Room: https://lnkd.in/efMQS5J8 #AI #Ethics #FutureTech #Innovation #DigitalSociety #HBSOnline