A technologist’s foray into the business world
OnStar Corporation

Here’s an interesting blend of technologies. OnStar, the GM in-vehicle technology for car-person integration is supporting integration to Twitter, allowing car drivers to Tweet from the comfort of their cars using voice recognition. I personally have a Garmin GPS unit in my car, but it doesn’t even do voice recognition.

It’s a great geeky use of technology, but to me it also represents a car manufacturer using technology to try and differentiate it’s offering from that of it’s competitors. This will attract two segments; those who really love technology and want to play with it; but also those those who respect the fact that GM is looking for ways to enhance their driving experience.

Great work from GM .. I love seeing companies innovate where no one else has innovated before.

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Owen has a background grounded in application development and technology consultancy but today focuses on helping organisations make best use of technology, processes and people to provide maximum satisfaction to clients, employees and other stakeholders.