I decided to write unconventional topics in the blog as well, reflections on the engine that guides our actions in situations that put us at personal risk and test the human spirit in adverse conditions. In light of current armed conflicts where people have been observed fleeing and others leaving their normal chores to […]
On corruption and protection of whistleblowers and collaborators in the public and private sector.
A few months ago I published a note reflecting on the new European regulation on whistleblower protection, highlighting its novelty, relevance and its connection to mechanisms such as effective collaboration in our environments: see – Part 1 – On this occasion, I would like to highlight the new development in the Spanish system, in which […]
More of Murphy’s Law: Compliance risks in dealings with the public sector.
During the vacations I had contact with a law initiative of the Dominican Republic on compliance for the public sector and I thought it was important to take up the notes on the subject in Guatemala, I did some research on some local stories and international practices that give light and guidance on the subject, […]
Hernan Cortes and the burning of his ships, El Cesar crossing the Rubicon; lessons for common life.
I share and connect dots of some legends of history and personal moments. Some legends Yesterday while going through some texts in my bookshelf I found again the story of Herman Cortés and the burning of the ships, leaving his army with no option to return and leaving the only alternative of going to conquer […]
Corruption mechanisms at VW, applicable in Guatemala?
The high-profile case of the German automaker VW regarding violations of emissions regulations by manipulating emissions values in certification tests in the United States using sophisticated software, the sanctions against the company and the criminal prosecution of its executives has been a transcendent case worldwide, I found an interesting opportunity to illustrate the risks that […]
On corruption, whistleblowing and some effective collaborative measures that can be taken as a society.
On corruption, whistleblowing and some effective collaborative measures that can be taken as a society. -It’s a second Murphy’s Law for executives and entrepreneurs. New legislation Today is the deadline for EU countries to transpose into their legislation the EU Directive 2019/1937, which contains new provisions on whistleblower protection and additional requirements on […]
Automation of lights in the home, savings, efficiency and energy transition
Home lighting automation, savings, efficiency and energy transition. After planting solar lights in the garden, I continued the project of joining the global energy transition by taking energy efficiency measures. I thought about «automation» at home – a first stage for the internet of things IoT-, I had a lot of fun visiting electrical […]
Vacuum Cleaner Revenge, YES, there is a repair industry.
This is the second part of the story: Today I went to the workshop to see what was happening with the vacuum cleaner – after a month of waiting for the famous «Chinese» spare part – they informed me that the spare part has arrived, offered to deliver it next week and anticipates that YES, […]
Invitation to senior professionals in the energy industry to generate legacy, accompany generational succession.
Considering that the electrical industry is evolving, I invite senior professionals to generate a legacy for emerging professionals in the industry by actively commenting on the thesis work of professionals graduating from universities and giving them the vision of industry members. A few weeks ago I read a message on a social network of […]
Replace or repair the household vacuum cleaner: a challenge to the circular economy?
In the search for a business model I challenged the circular economy, going through the cycle of entrepreneurship through the decision of whether or not to replace the vacuum cleaner in my house. Is appliance repair still a business or is the route to buy new? Open to explore business models, I reflected that […]