Dan Kirby, Author at Elite Business Magazine

Dan Kirby

In recognition of the digital revolution, our tech section has undergone a radical change with the multi-talented Kirby coming on board. As if writing a regular column and running technology agency Techdept wasn’t enough, the digital entrepreneur also dabbles in a spot of photography and DJing. However, Kirby’s biggest claim to fame is in board games. Not many people can say they are responsible for the global board design of Cluedo.

Marketing technologists bring the best of both worlds

Dan Kirby

Dec 2 '14

Solely having a marketing brain or a tech brain no longer cuts it. In this scenario, it’s worth remembering that two heads are better than one

How tech can revive retail

Dan Kirby

Nov 5 '14

In the face of flagging footfall on the high street, can technology turn our town centres around? Dan Kirby shares his vision for a better tomorrow

A touch of Glass: utilising Google Glass for your business

Dan Kirby

Oct 7 '14

Google Glass is a ‘marmite’ piece of technology. People seem to love it or hate it. But what is it really? And how could you use it in your business?

Big data and machine learning can put businesses one step ahead

Dan Kirby

Sep 3 '14

The rise of big data and machine learning means businesses can shake off the past and stride confidently into the future, says Dan Kirby

Learning to turn off the technology

Dan Kirby

Aug 5 '14

There’s no questioning that technology has fundamentally changed the way we work – but there’s a strong business case for stepping away from the screen now and again, says Dan Kirby

Business technology on the scrapheap

Dan Kirby

Jul 4 '14

Dan Kirby predicts what technology will soon be consigned to the history books – and how startups will benefit from the gadgets set to replace it

Why Facebook spent $2bn on Oculus Rift

Dan Kirby

Jun 4 '14

The $2bn purchase of Oculus Rift by Facebook could be a game-changer for the social media giant. But it will also help brands engage their audience like never before, says Dan Kirby

Taking care of your tech

Dan Kirby

May 6 '14

Outsourced technology projects often fail due to a clash of cultures between the entrepreneur and their digital partner. But speaking in each other’s language can help alleviate such problems, says Dan Kirby

Herding cats better with web apps

Dan Kirby

Apr 4 '14

With working from home becoming more common, a good web app can make all the difference for an entrepreneur

The future’s bright

Dan Kirby

Mar 11 '14

The so-called ‘internet of things’ has big implications for business, but there is one piece of technology that should be on every firm’s radar. Dan Kirby explains why beacons are set to shake up the world of enterprise

How to run your business like a Silicon Valley start-up

Dan Kirby

Feb 7 '14

Dan Kirby, CEO of Techdept, says there’s a lot to be learnt from how start-ups are done across the pond. And technology can simply lend a helping hand