Alexa, Amazon and loss leading
So it seems that Alexa is making huge losses for Amazon.
It is not that making losses is unusual for Amazon; their entire business model is based on āloss leadingā. The problem with Alexa appears to be that the ālossā wasnāt āleadingā to anythingā¦
Amazon Alexa is a colossal failure - on pace to lose 10 billion this year
I had the opportunity yesterday to provide the sector I work in with a comprehensive update of the work we’ve been doing and set out our focus for the next year. I always find these kinds of opportunities very helpful as they help refine and clarify your story. #mbnov
Watching sheep quietlyĀ graze the green pastoral landscape in Aotearoa New Zealand is remarkably soothing. This one is a Pitt Island sheep - a rare breed from an island in the Rekohu / Chathams group.
Today is Bill and I's 25th anniversary. It's the anniversary of our first date, on 22 November 1997. We went to see LA Confidential - still such a great movie.
The fatigue resulting from my second round of Covid has unfortunately meant I have had to put quite a few plans on ice. But things are looking up! Slowly getting my energy back :)
Iāve been playing a bunch of Canadian songs on repeat today. I made a playlist for Bill which he seems to like.
This is so wonderfulā¦
literature-clock.jenevoldsen.com
@Miraz - I think I might need to learn how to embed things!!
Plants and rocks at Pukeahu National War Memorial Park. PÅneke.
The ancient art of barrel making, the work of a āCooperā, has always fascinated me. One of many crafts we once relied on, but is now a rare and marginal skill. #mbnov #crafts
Iāve never really understood the appeal of a franchise. I want to do things that Iām passionate about; not follow a predetermined set of models. #mbnov
The aluminium window frames of many modern buildings in Aotearoa have terrible thermal efficiency. But I think our heritage cast iron frames are even worse! #mbnov
