With all the gloom in the global economy, I got to wondering whether there is anything else going on in the world of business. I'm looking for growth because I think that's what will ultimately bring the economy out of the doldrums. Not surprisingly, that growth is coming from technology companies. In Growth Matters, I look at consumer technology companies that point the way to growth trends -- and in the process introduce services and products you may want to explore.
If you need directions in your car, there are many options available. One interesting service comes from Dash Navigation, which is changing from a hardware to a service focus -- making itself available for a range of devices. I interviewed its CEO, Rob Currie, who joined the company in late 2008 and said, "Dash is a pioneer of connected navigation."
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