The automobile is undergoing the most sweeping technological changes since it was invented more than a century ago. A bold statement, but true. The gasoline-burning internal combustion engine no longer holds a monopoly as new propulsion systems come to the fore. One of the most exciting is the hydrogen fuel-cell electric drive system that delivers decent range and quick refueling and is pollution-free at the tailpipe. Another is the battery-electric car that can now provide the same acceleration and thrills as any conventional supercar—maybe even more.
“The average new luxury car contains more lines of software code than a jet airplane.”
The other big news is the marriage of the automotive and computer industries. The rule of thumb these days is that the average new luxury car contains more lines of software code than a jet airplane. One important area of innovation is driver assistance technologies such as adaptive cruise control, lane control and crash avoidance systems. They are a big step toward the ultimate ideal of autonomous driving. Google proclaims that the era of completely autonomous driving has arrived, but the auto industry believes drivers will have to remain at least minimally engaged with their vehicles for the foreseeable future.
The greater challenge for automakers, at least for now, is learning how to unleash the full power of the Internet, social media and smart phones in their cars, SUVs and trucks in a way that
does not distract the driver and cause accidents. After years of experimentation, the best methods of doing that are appearing.
Once again, Chief Executive teamed up with Edmunds.com to pick three exciting technologies on the market this year. We also offer a glimpse of what is on the horizon.
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1:00 - 5:00 pm
Over 70% of Executives Surveyed Agree: Many Strategic Planning Efforts Lack Systematic Approach Tips for Enhancing Your Strategic Planning Process
Executives expressed frustration with their current strategic planning process. Issues include:
Steve Rutan and Denise Harrison have put together an afternoon workshop that will provide the tools you need to address these concerns. They have worked with hundreds of executives to develop a systematic approach that will enable your team to make better decisions during strategic planning. Steve and Denise will walk you through exercises for prioritizing your lists and steps that will reset and reinvigorate your process. This will be a hands-on workshop that will enable you to think about your business as you use the tools that are being presented. If you are ready for a Strategic Planning tune-up, select this workshop in your registration form. The additional fee of $695 will be added to your total.
2:00 - 5:00 pm
Female leaders face the same issues all leaders do, but they often face additional challenges too. In this peer session, we will facilitate a discussion of best practices and how to overcome common barriers to help women leaders be more effective within and outside their organizations.
Limited space available.
10:30 - 5:00 pm
General’s Retreat at Hermitage Golf Course
Sponsored by UBS
General’s Retreat, built in 1986 with architect Gary Roger Baird, has been voted the “Best Golf Course in Nashville” and is a “must play” when visiting the Nashville, Tennessee area. With the beautiful setting along the Cumberland River, golfers of all capabilities will thoroughly enjoy the golf, scenery and hospitality.
The golf outing fee includes transportation to and from the hotel, greens/cart fees, use of practice facilities, and boxed lunch. The bus will leave the hotel at 10:30 am for a noon shotgun start and return to the hotel after the cocktail reception following the completion of the round.
