Rikachi Blog

The Quest to Help People & Organizations Maximize their Value in the World

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Responsible AI vs Responsible Humans on Earth

March 20, 2025 By
Hendrika Kuffar

AI and other artificial things are not natural beings. Yet sometimes, it feels like people treat them like human beings with unlimited potential to address the issues and needs of the people (public) in a way that helps to achieve natural stability. 

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Mental Wellness Challenges and Proactivenesss

October 10, 2024 By
Hendrika Kuffar

Mental health is something we talk about more on days like these. However, addressing the root cause of the problems that affect it makes more sense.

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Beyond sustainability: Humanity's need to Thrive on Earth

March 04, 2024 By
Hendrika Kuffar

As I contemplate, I realize for humanity to thrive on Earth, we need to envision a better future beyond sustainability. The alternative to address humanity's need to thrive on Earth is to maintain the status quo. 

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Why Inclusion requires Diversity of Views?

April 21, 2023 By
Hendrika Kuffar
While the old fashion corruption is easy to detect, modern is supported by those with the authority in public and private institutions. The exclusivity that gives the power to the few to make the decision that benefits the few is part of the problem.
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The Path to Unleash the Genius in You

June 28, 2022 By
Hendrika Kuffar

You were born a genius to make a positive difference, not to be a trend follower. You are a spiritual being in a human body with a creative mind. Like other human beings, you have unique heart desires, strengths, experiences, and DNA to make an impact in the world.

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Problems & Solutions to Adjust Actions to Achieve UN SDGs

October 19, 2021 By
Hendrika Kuffar

 The biggest challenge that threatens the achievement of the UN SDGs is the inability to address the root cause of the problems. Addressing the root cause of the problem instead of the symptoms (effects) will lead to a better outcome. For example, poverty is the effect of bad governance, war, or sanction. 

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Value Matters: Business & Life Adventures

September 20, 2021 By
Hendrika Kuffar

When it comes to adventures of life and business, value is what matters most. Value matters because people have more options in our interconnected world. They like products and services that maximize value. The members of society, customers, employees, and shareholders are all people that want to maximize the value of their capabilities. 

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Adaptive Model to Maximize Value & Manage Risk

June 28, 2021 By
Hendrika Kuffar

Does high risk cause high returns? Remember, correlation is not causation, and confusing the two has got many in trouble. Let us examine the cause-and-effect relationship of the ups and downs of the economy first before I proceed to explain the cause of high rewards.

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4 Tips to Maximize Value with Advanced Analytics

April 20, 2021 By
Hendrika Kuffar

Although there is a greater emphasis on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and big data tools, organizations need to use these technology tools as the means to an end. In other words, the purpose for the organization's existence and clear destination of what it wants to achieve in the long run should be the basis for adopting these technology tools. 

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The Strategies and Wisdom of Great Investors

September 06, 2020 By
Hendrika Kuffar

While it is not easy to replicate the success of great investors, their wisdom can help us to improve our odds of success. Great investors like Warren Buffet, Jim Simons, and Peter Lynch have an outstanding track record of performance.

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The Strategies of HPOs in an Era of Rapid Change

May 28, 2020 By
Hendrika Kuffar

The rapid changes in technology, customer needs, and market conditions have redefined the ways to gain a competitive advantage. However, some organizations are operating using the old strategy approach. 

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Practical Tips to Leverage Cloud Solutions

September 03, 2018 By
Hendrika Kuffar
A win-win digital transformation strategy execution requires an organization to leverage technology to maximize customer experience and business value. A culture and support system that fosters collaboration, innovation, quality products/services, and agility is also a must for effective transformation. 
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Value-based Approach: A Key to Enterprise Success

February 03, 2018 By
Hendrika Kuffar
Advancement in technology has created many benefits and challenges and redefines the rules for the success of an enterprise. The urgency for digital transformation that is designed to maximize end-users and business value is necessary to succeed. It's do-or-die, you either embrace technology ...