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Presenter: Thomas Koulopoulos, President and Founder of Delphi Group
Thomas Koulopoulos, CEO of Delphi Group broke some interesting news: we as a society are embarking on the post-generational world. This means that finding identity within generations is no longer dictated by birthdates and birthrights. Instead, generations are dictated by behaviors. Koulopoulos is exceptionally intrigued by the sociology of Generation Z. This generation is truly cross cultural, celebrating individual national identities while simultaneously sharing a need for collaboration, transparency, and connectivity with others in their generation around the world. Furthermore, this interconnectivity implies that anyone, regardless of what era into which they had been born, can participate in Generation Z. The behaviors it claims will inevitably manifest across all and any generations, demanding open connectivity. Open-source systems are an essential factor in Generation Z. The culture of collaboration between individuals in Gen. Z and the ability to instantly build communities working towards a single goal is the result of an increasingly educated global community and the fight for the freedom of access to information.
“Generation Z is the first truly global generation.” –Thomas Koulopoulos
Key Takeaways
Generation Z is not defined by demographics. Instead, this generation is defined by an escalating need for better and more open systems of communication. The owning of personal computer devices and connecting to the Internet of Things consistently throughout the day will be ubiquitous behavior.
Who is part of Generation Z? Anyone can and inevitably will eventually will enter into the realm of Generation Z. The increased reliance on the Internet and constant connectivity will pervade daily life until such connections are absolutely necessary to participate in daily life.
Gen. Z will change how we perceive and interact with government. Fascinated by the highly disruptive transportation app, Koulopoulos suggested that society “Uberize” government, meaning that governments should reduce friction by eliminating bureaucratic red tape. Instead, “Uberization” would focus on the perceived experience of its users.
Generation Z thrives on the digitalization of society. Generation Z does not hope for an open, transparent, and cooperative society, but demands it. This is a consequence of an increasingly educated population, which aims to protect the rights of freedom of access to information.
Society is ready for Gen. Z, but government is not. A world of Generation Z citizens is hopeful, successful, purposeful, and ethical. However, governments still remain unconvinced today by the push for complete transparency.
Uncertainty can be used to the government’s advantage. Koulopoulos urged governments to embrace the ambiguity that comes with transparency. Such uncertainty will afford more opportunities to citizens who will in turn discover the potential to create positive social, political, and economic movements influencing all aspects of society.
Generation Z is redefining global citizenship. Generation Z is instilling a healthy dose of ethos into the global network of individuals. Ethics, meaning, purpose, and value add to the collaborative effort involved in international connections.
“Generation Z does not expect an open, transparent, and cooperative society, but demands it.” –Thomas Koulopoulos
Editor’s Note: The preceding is an essay from a special print report produced by Diplomatic Courier after the 2017 World Government Summit in Dubai, UAE. To read the full report download our free app on your device or view the digital edition here.
The views presented in this article are the author’s own and do not necessarily represent the views of any other organization.
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Generation Z: They're Coming and They'll Disrupt Governments
March 21, 2017
Presenter: Thomas Koulopoulos, President and Founder of Delphi Group
Thomas Koulopoulos, CEO of Delphi Group broke some interesting news: we as a society are embarking on the post-generational world. This means that finding identity within generations is no longer dictated by birthdates and birthrights. Instead, generations are dictated by behaviors. Koulopoulos is exceptionally intrigued by the sociology of Generation Z. This generation is truly cross cultural, celebrating individual national identities while simultaneously sharing a need for collaboration, transparency, and connectivity with others in their generation around the world. Furthermore, this interconnectivity implies that anyone, regardless of what era into which they had been born, can participate in Generation Z. The behaviors it claims will inevitably manifest across all and any generations, demanding open connectivity. Open-source systems are an essential factor in Generation Z. The culture of collaboration between individuals in Gen. Z and the ability to instantly build communities working towards a single goal is the result of an increasingly educated global community and the fight for the freedom of access to information.
“Generation Z is the first truly global generation.” –Thomas Koulopoulos
Key Takeaways
Generation Z is not defined by demographics. Instead, this generation is defined by an escalating need for better and more open systems of communication. The owning of personal computer devices and connecting to the Internet of Things consistently throughout the day will be ubiquitous behavior.
Who is part of Generation Z? Anyone can and inevitably will eventually will enter into the realm of Generation Z. The increased reliance on the Internet and constant connectivity will pervade daily life until such connections are absolutely necessary to participate in daily life.
Gen. Z will change how we perceive and interact with government. Fascinated by the highly disruptive transportation app, Koulopoulos suggested that society “Uberize” government, meaning that governments should reduce friction by eliminating bureaucratic red tape. Instead, “Uberization” would focus on the perceived experience of its users.
Generation Z thrives on the digitalization of society. Generation Z does not hope for an open, transparent, and cooperative society, but demands it. This is a consequence of an increasingly educated population, which aims to protect the rights of freedom of access to information.
Society is ready for Gen. Z, but government is not. A world of Generation Z citizens is hopeful, successful, purposeful, and ethical. However, governments still remain unconvinced today by the push for complete transparency.
Uncertainty can be used to the government’s advantage. Koulopoulos urged governments to embrace the ambiguity that comes with transparency. Such uncertainty will afford more opportunities to citizens who will in turn discover the potential to create positive social, political, and economic movements influencing all aspects of society.
Generation Z is redefining global citizenship. Generation Z is instilling a healthy dose of ethos into the global network of individuals. Ethics, meaning, purpose, and value add to the collaborative effort involved in international connections.
“Generation Z does not expect an open, transparent, and cooperative society, but demands it.” –Thomas Koulopoulos
Editor’s Note: The preceding is an essay from a special print report produced by Diplomatic Courier after the 2017 World Government Summit in Dubai, UAE. To read the full report download our free app on your device or view the digital edition here.
The views presented in this article are the author’s own and do not necessarily represent the views of any other organization.
