A Gift For The Executive Who Has Everything

So let's say you've been searching Amazon, ebay, Google, etc. for that special holiday gift for your boss. My guess is, you have not found anything. Certainly nothing unique. Who needs another desk clock, engraved letter opener, set of golf balls, or inspirational poster?

To find the perfect gift, it is most important to consider what the recipient wants. Then, you must determine if it is reasonable to spend the amount of money required to give this gift. While I could continue on dispensing such platitudes, you already know all this.

This year, take a different approach. What has "the boss" been asking for all year? It is probably not a "World's Best Boss" mug. If I had to take a guess it would be to help:

• Cut costs / save money
• Sell more / generate revenue
• Increase satisfaction/loyalty
• Ensure compliance with rules and regulations
• Improve efficiency
• Become more competitive
• Reduce inventories
• Eliminate errors/defects

So this year, instead of a tin of stale cookies, develop an idea and formulate a plan that will help your boss accomplish one or many of these objectives. To help save money, since it is likely that your plan will require technology for implementation and consistent execution, inventory the hardware and software your company already licenses to see what you can use.

Finding novel ways of using existing technology to solve business challenges is a great gift idea for both the receiver and the giver. That, and purchasing new process intelligence and optimization technology from Global 360. Either way, you won't have to battle anyone for parking.