What is *Build For Change* by Alan Trefler about?

*Build For Change* outlines strategies for businesses to thrive in the digital age by revolutionizing customer engagement through adaptive technology and organizational transformation. Trefler emphasizes overcoming outdated IT systems, understanding Generation D consumers, and fostering collaboration between technical teams and business leaders.

Who should read *Build For Change*?

This book is essential for CEOs, digital transformation leaders, and IT professionals seeking to align technology with customer needs. It’s particularly valuable for organizations struggling with outdated systems or declining customer loyalty in competitive markets.

Is *Build For Change* worth reading in 2025?

Yes – its insights on predictive customer analytics and continuous digital innovation remain critical as AI and real-time personalization dominate modern business strategies. Trefler’s framework for avoiding "customerpocalypse" makes it a timely read despite its 2014 publication date.

What is Generation D in *Build For Change*?

Generation D represents digitally empowered consumers who demand transparency and instant gratification. These tech-savvy customers use social media to amplify feedback, forcing businesses to adopt agile processes or risk reputation damage.

How does *Build For Change* address outdated technology?

Trefler criticizes rigid IT systems that hinder adaptation, advocating for business-driven continuous improvement instead of data hoarding. He proposes replacing legacy systems with flexible architectures that let non-technical staff modify customer processes.

What customer engagement strategies does Trefler recommend?

Key strategies include: - Prioritizing contextual awareness over broad marketing campaigns - Designing reciprocal relationships that build trust - Using real-time feedback to predict customer needs

How does *Build For Change* suggest improving IT-business collaboration?

The book urges companies to break silos by involving IT teams in strategic planning and training business leaders in basic system design. Trefler compares this synergy to botanical cross-pollination for creating resilient solutions.

What are the key criticisms of traditional IT systems in the book?

Trefler highlights three fatal flaws: 1. Excessive focus on data collection over actionable insights 2. Slow response times to changing customer expectations 3. Disconnection between technical capabilities and business goals

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Build For Change

Alan Trefler

3.49 (57 Reviews)

Business Technology Leadership

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In "Build for Change," Pegasystems CEO Alan Trefler reveals why today's businesses fail when facing Generation D consumers who discover, devour, then demonize brands. How did Nokia and Borders collapse? The answer lies in continuous digital innovation that tech leaders now consider essential.

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Business Technology Leadership

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Imagine waking up to discover your once-loyal customers have suddenly vanished. This isn't science fiction-it's the "customerpocalypse" that Alan Trefler warns is already underway. In today's hyper-connected world, traditional notions of customer loyalty have been turned upside down by what Trefler calls "Generation D"-consumers defined not by age but by digital behavior patterns. These customers are hyper-connected, tech-savvy, and extraordinarily demanding. They don't just expect good service; they demand perfect experiences across every touchpoint. When pleased, they incorporate brands into their identity. When disappointed, they transform into brand assassins, leveraging social media to inflict maximum damage with unprecedented speed. Remember Microsoft's Xbox One launch disaster? When they announced restrictions on used games and mandatory online connectivity, the backlash wasn't just complaints-it was organized boycotts and viral campaigns that forced a complete reversal within days. This is the raw power of Generation D, and they're reshaping expectations across all consumer demographics. The old power dynamic has flipped: as former GM CEO Rick Wagoner admitted, "We used to 'own' the customer. Now we hope and pray that they want to 'own' us."

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"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."

@Matt, YC alum

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"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."

@Erin, Investment Banking Associate , NYC

254

"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."

@djmikemoore

"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."

@Pitiful

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"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."

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"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."

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"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."

@Raaaaaachelw

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@Matt, YC alum

108

"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."

@Erin, Investment Banking Associate , NYC

254

"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."

@djmikemoore

"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."

@Pitiful

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"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."

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