Tom Davenport

Tom Davenport

Keynote Speaker: Distinguished Professor in Management & IT, Analytics Expert, Best-selling Author

Tom Davenport Biography

Tom Davenport is the President’s Distinguished Professor in Management and Information Technology at Babson College, the co-founder of the International Institute for Analytics, a Fellow of the MIT Initiative for the Digital Economy, and a Senior Advisor to Deloitte Analytics. As an expert on analytics and artificial intelligence, Davenport advises numerous companies and startups. He has written or co-authored sixteen best-selling business books and more than 100 articles for prestigious publications like Harvard Business Review, Sloan Management Review, and the Financial Times. He earned his Ph.D. from Harvard University and has held teaching positions at Harvard Business School, the University of Chicago, the Tuck School of Business, Boston University, and the University of Texas at Austin.

Davenport has been recognized as one of Harvard Business Review’s most frequently published authors. He introduced the business concept of "competing on analytics" with his influential 2006 Harvard Business Review article and further elaborated on it in his book "Competing on Analytics," which was named by Harvard Business Review as one of the twelve most important management ideas of the past decade. His insights have significantly influenced the fields of process innovation, knowledge management, and the strategic use of analytics and big data in business practices.

Continuing to advance the field, Davenport has explored various dimensions of analytics and artificial intelligence in his subsequent works. His books "Only Humans Need Apply: Winners and Losers in the Age of Smart Machines," co-authored with Julia Kirby, and "The AI Advantage: How to Put the Artificial Intelligence Revolution to Work" provide practical guidance on integrating AI technologies in business settings. His latest book, "Big Data at Work," offers perspectives on the implications of big data for organizations. Davenport's work not only deepens the understanding of how analytics can improve decision-making but also advocates for blending analytical tools with human intuition to enhance organizational performance and competitive advantage.

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Tom Davenport Speaking Topics

Four Eras of Analytics

There have been four different approaches for applying analytics to business over the last half century. Some organizations still practice Analytics 1.0 (the artisanal era), while others are actively pursuing Analytics 4.0 (the cognitive era). Each era requires different management of both analytics and the underlying data. In this presentation Tom Davenport will describe the attributes of each era, the drivers of change, and the valuable lessons that each era provides. He will provide examples of 3.0 and 4.0 organizations (in healthcare and other industries) and the business, technology, and human issues with which they are wrestling.

Web 2.0

Managing Knowledge & Attention

Managing Knowle

Innovation, Integration & Creativity

Tom Davenport Videos

2017 IPsoft Digital Workforce Summit: Professor Tom Davenport ...
Artificial Intelligence & The Future of Work w/ Tom Davenport @tdav ...

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What topics does Tom Davenport speak about?

Tom Davenport is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Data, Internet, Computer Science, Innovation, Creativity, Authors, Business, College, Corporate Strategy and Artificial Intelligence.

Where does Tom Davenport travel from?

Tom Davenport generally travels from Sarasota, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

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Tom Davenport is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Data, Internet and Computer Science. The estimated speaking fee range to book Tom Davenport for live events is $30,000 - $50,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Tom Davenport generally travels from Sarasota, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Nicholas Carr, Alex Salkever and Josh Linkner. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Tom Davenport for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 04/11/2024.

Tom Davenport Speaking Topics

  • Four Eras of Analytics

    There have been four different approaches for applying analytics to business over the last half century. Some organizations still practice Analytics 1.0 (the artisanal era), while others are actively pursuing Analytics 4.0 (the cognitive era). Each era requires different management of both analytics and the underlying data. In this presentation Tom Davenport will describe the attributes of each era, the drivers of change, and the valuable lessons that each era provides. He will provide examples of 3.0 and 4.0 organizations (in healthcare and other industries) and the business, technology, and human issues with which they are wrestling.

  • Web 2.0

  • Managing Knowledge & Attention

  • Managing Knowle

  • Innovation, Integration & Creativity

Tom Davenport Videos

2017 IPsoft Digital Workforce Summit: Professor Tom Davenport ...
Artificial Intelligence & The Future of Work w/ Tom Davenport @tdav ...

Tom Davenport News

  • Tom Davenport's Guide to Big Data

    Big Data at Work: Dispelling the Myths, Uncovering the Opportunities, is a new book from Tom Davenport, a veteran observer of the data analysis scene.

  • How do I book Tom Davenport to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Tom Davenport for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Tom Davenport, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Tom Davenport or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Tom Davenport for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Tom Davenport, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $30,000 - $50,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Tom Davenport, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Tom Davenport speak about?

    Tom Davenport is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Data, Internet, Computer Science, Innovation, Creativity, Authors, Business, College, Corporate Strategy and Artificial Intelligence.
  • Where does Tom Davenport travel from?

    Tom Davenport generally travels from Sarasota, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Tom Davenport?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Tom Davenport for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Tom Davenport for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Tom Davenport or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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