Sorry, autonomous vehicles aren’t disruptive. Here’s why it matters. Chandrasekar Iyer Sorry, autonomous vehicles aren’t disruptive. Here’s why it matters. AVs have the potential to completely transform a wide array of industries. But when it comes to ride-hailing, they'll likely enhance—not disrupt—Uber and Lyft's business model. Oct 1, 2019 Chandrasekar Iyer
Are autonomous vehicles actually disruptive? It all depends on this often overlooked question Chandrasekar Iyer Are autonomous vehicles actually disruptive? It all depends on this often overlooked question Autonomous vehicles stand to completely transform a wide array of industries. Could they spell disruption for Uber and Lyft? Sept 25, 2019 Chandrasekar Iyer
The Race for Autonomous Ride-Hailing: Developing a Strategy for Success Chandrasekar Iyer The Race for Autonomous Ride-Hailing: Developing a Strategy for Success In the race to launch a ride-hailing network powered by autonomous vehicles, who’s best positioned to win? Our latest research weighs in on the strategic choices available to AV players flooding the budding market. Sept 17, 2019 Chandrasekar Iyer
Low-end, yes, but India’s shared two-wheelers are unlikely to disrupt Uber & Ola Chandrasekar Iyer Low-end, yes, but India’s shared two-wheelers are unlikely to disrupt Uber & Ola In India, car-based ride hailing is expensive for many, while two-wheelers are commonplace. But don't dismiss Uber and Ola—Uber’s archrival in India—just yet. May 14, 2019 Chandrasekar Iyer
Innovators Worth Watching: Voyage Chandrasekar Iyer Innovators Worth Watching: Voyage Will the road to a self-driving nirvana start in retirement communities? Read our latest "Innovators Worth Watching" post to find out. Dec 20, 2018 Chandrasekar Iyer
From radios to electric vehicles, targeting “nonconsumers” pays off Chandrasekar Iyer From radios to electric vehicles, targeting “nonconsumers” pays off Companies often focus on grabbing market share away from competitors, rather than searching for untapped demand. But as Sony proved in the 1950s, that untapped demand makes fertile ground for Disruptive Innovations. Nov 8, 2018 Chandrasekar Iyer
Driving Disruption: Catching the Next Wave of Growth in Electric Vehicles Chandrasekar Iyer Driving Disruption: Catching the Next Wave of Growth in Electric Vehicles Automakers are racing to win in electric vehicles, but where are the most promising opportunities for growth? Our latest research paper in partnership with Tata Consultancy Services has the answers. Nov 6, 2018 Chandrasekar Iyer
How automakers can successfully compete in the mobility game Chandrasekar Iyer How automakers can successfully compete in the mobility game As ride-sharing, peer-to-peer sharing, and car-sharing grow in popularity, automakers face a daunting challenge: how do they participate in the new world of shared mobility when their bread and butter is manufacturing an... Sept 18, 2018 Chandrasekar Iyer
Electric vehicle charging: The key to accelerating adoption Chandrasekar Iyer Electric vehicle charging: The key to accelerating adoption To spur electric vehicle adoption, charging needs to be seamlessly woven into the fabric of consumers' lives. May 8, 2018 Chandrasekar Iyer
From Corona to Lexus: Toyota’s ascent (and why you should care) Chandrasekar Iyer From Corona to Lexus: Toyota’s ascent (and why you should care) How did Toyota make an indelible mark on the U.S automotive landscape? The Theory of Disruptive Innovation offers key lessons for business leaders. Mar 26, 2018 Chandrasekar Iyer
Not all sales executives are created equal: how to democratize high-impact selling Chandrasekar Iyer Not all sales executives are created equal: how to democratize high-impact selling Sales executives typically focus on product features, benefits, and price. But what about the customer's emotional and social needs? Jobs Theory can help. Sept 5, 2017 Chandrasekar Iyer