Which of these disruptive forces present the biggest challenge to your business and organizations.

a) Climate Change

b) Automation

c) Cybersecurity

To illustrate how business organizations can turn disruptive change into a business opportunity, take the example of the American manufacturing firm General Electric, which operates around the world. GE faces various forms of climate-related risks, including the impact of global warming on its operations, the regulatory costs of consuming fossil-fuel-based energy, and the reputational risks involved in being seen to be contributing to global climate change. Instead of trying to fend off such threats, GE took the step of turning energy efficiency and environmental improvements into a growth strategy for its engineering business. It developed new products and solutions around enhanced resource productivity and reduced environmental burdens. GE now has a thriving business producing wind turbines and low-energy transport solutions.

Lastly, I would like you to consider the following question: do you think that, on balance, automation in manufacturing is more of a threat or benefit to society?