The emerging knowledge economy is defined by speed, connectivity and the growing need for highly specialized insights. However, despite its potential, much of the world’s expertise remains scattered and underused. As a result, leaders often struggle to access the precise knowledge required to make informed decisions quickly.
This raises two essential questions:
How can decision-makers access targeted expertise within hours?
And what technologies enable this rapid exchange of global knowledge?
At the centre of this transformation is Alphasights, a global leader in the “knowledge on demand” sector. The company tackles a fundamental challenge: the fragmentation of expertise across industries and geographies.
Their mission reflects this goal:
“We believe knowledge is key to progress, prosperity and creating a better future. We equip global investors and business leaders with the knowledge that powers better decisions.”
By rapidly connecting clients with the right expertise, Alphasights shortens decision-making cycles. Moreover, it helps businesses act with greater accuracy, enabling progress across the broader economy.
To deliver knowledge at such speed, Alphasights combines advanced technology with strict human validation.
At the core of their system is the structured knowledge graph, a dynamic map of the world’s expertise. It identifies which professionals hold knowledge on specific companies, markets or technical topics.
This model evolves constantly through contributions from product teams. In addition, it is supported by tens of thousands of human-validated data points collected every day. As a result, technology and human oversight work together to transform fragmented information into actionable insight.
The company’s long-term vision is clear: unlock global expertise to accelerate innovation and create a better future.
These themes were explored during a recent online event at Rome Business School, featuring Zareen Carew, Professional Development Coordinator at Alphasights in London. She offered an internal perspective on the skills and discipline required to thrive in a knowledge-driven environment.
Moreover, she highlighted how Alphasights’ mission to deliver expertise externally is mirrored internally through continuous training and skill development. This approach aligns perfectly with the mission of Rome Business School: preparing professionals to succeed in dynamic, interconnected markets through strategic thinking and interdisciplinary capabilities.
The work of Alphasights demonstrates that progress in today’s economy is not only about technology. It also depends on the ability to align intelligence with purpose. By building a platform where specialized expertise becomes accessible within hours, the company transforms isolated knowledge into a powerful driver of innovation.
For this reason, Rome Business School continues to equip future leaders with the tools needed to navigate and master the complexity of global markets, ensuring that knowledge becomes a lever for real, measurable impact.
