InfoSeg S.A. is using IBM Watson NLU, a powerful AI engine, to semantically analyze large amounts of text and parse it into mind maps. This application shows what’s possible by combining data with mind maps.
Mind map format gives clarity to comprehensive website review checklist
If you wanted to create a website review checklist, a mind map probably wouldn’t be the first format that comes to mind. But for Gill Andrews, a web consultant for small businesses and solopreneurs, it represents an elegant tool to help bloggers and website owners to tackle this huge project in an orderly way.
Barvas: A potent project management tool for non-PM professionals
In January, Scottish software developer MindGenius launched Barvas, an ambitious web-based platform designed around the needs of ad hoc project managers. I recently caught up with CEO Ashley Marron and founder Donald Maciver to learn more about the thinking behind Barvas and what this means to the future direction of the company. Chuck Frey: What’s changing in […]
Novamind is committed to innovation, says new owner
When Novamind was sold in August, I shared the announcement from the perspective of founder Gideon King. Now, I have completed an interview with its new owner, Patrick Klug, who shares his perspectives on what’s next for this innovative mind mapping software program. The program appears to be in good hands.
How to use concept mapping to represent business knowledge
Concept mapping is well-known as a tool for expressing knowledge. But how is it used in business?
Visual project management comes of age: An interview with Paul Williams
In recent years, visual project management has emerged as a set of tools and techniques that help project managers to make sense of and manage large, complex projects more effectively. Paul R. Williams, PMP has written a new book entitled Visual Project Management that can help us better understand what they are and when and where to employ them when managing projects. I recently interviewed him to learn more about these tools, techniques and visual frameworks, and why they work so well.
How to brand your mind maps to make them stand out
How to use graphic design to convey a professional image and clearly communicate your brand – featuring advice from Roger C. Parker.
A closer look at the Mindjet-Spigit merger from CEO Scott Raskin
In this exclusive e-mail interview, Mindjet CEO Scott Raskin outlines the thinking behind its merger with Spigit, how the combined company will support agile, repeatable innovation and its commitment to MindManager.
Why one top blogger calls mind mapping software “invaluable” to his business
I recently had the opportunity to interview Michael Martine, author of the popular Remarkablogger blog, where he focuses on helping readers to be more effective at internet marketing, social media and managing their blogging businesses.He’s also a big fan of mind mapping software. Read on to learn why.
Mind mapping is the essential tool for succeeding in the “Age of Intelligence,” says Tony Buzan
I recently had an opportunity to have a phone interview with Tony Buzan, widely regarded as the father of mind mapping. He believes we’re now living in the “Age of Intelligence,” in which power comes from being a creative, flexible thinker who can effectively gather, distill and communicate information. Read on to learn why mind mapping is the perfect tool for this new era.