IdeaSpies

APRIL 16, 2019

In 1985, a relatively unknown professor at Harvard Business School named Michael Porter published a book called Competitive Advantage , which explained that by optimizing every facet of the value chain , a firm could consistently outperform its competitors. The book was an immediate success and made Porter a management superstar.

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New Markets Advisors

MAY 29, 2019

For years, Columbia Business School professor Rita McGrath has been telling us that the traditional strategy of finding and exploiting a sustainable competitive advantage is becoming outdated. The world is evolving too quickly for competitive advantages to last for a meaningful amount of time. Consider Facebook as an example.

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Daniel Burrus

FEBRUARY 5, 2020

When the competition launches a new product, how you react says a lot about you as a professional and your company as an organization. This is called agility, and we often utilize agility to change directions and head the competition off at the pass. Was agility the driving force behind Uber’s dominance in ridesharing?

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Leapfrogging

MARCH 15, 2024

With technology advancing at breakneck speeds and market dynamics shifting unpredictably, it’s crucial for you as a business leader to embrace strategic thinking. Having a robust strategy helps you anticipate and respond to changes, whether they come from emerging technologies, evolving customer preferences, or competitive pressures.

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Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

The Importance of Startup Innovation in Corporate Growth In today’s rapidly changing business environment, startup innovation is often at the forefront of technological advancement and market disruption. Corporations can leverage this innovation to drive growth, remain competitive, and enter new markets.

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Collaboration Innovation Agile Technical Review 147

Leapfrogging

MARCH 15, 2024

Navigating a Disruptive Business Environment In today’s fast-paced and technology-driven landscape, businesses are frequently faced with disruptions that can significantly impact their operations and long-term viability. You can enhance your flexibility and agility by: Decentralizing decision-making to empower front-line employees.

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Huub Rutten

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

This blog is about agility. The word “agility” is used a lot in the world of management, especially the world of innovation management. There is a real Quest for Agility: Agility seems the new Holy Grail and you can hardly find an article or blog post without a reference to “the fast changing circumstances” of the business.

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Huub Rutten

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

This blog is about agility. The word “agility” is used a lot in the world of management, especially the world of innovation management. There is a real Quest for Agility: Agility seems the new Holy Grail and you can hardly find an article or blog post without a reference to “the fast changing circumstances” of the business.

Agile 52

Agile Strategy Strategy Roadmap 52

Huub Rutten

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

This blog is about agility. The word “agility” is used a lot in the world of management, especially the world of innovation management. There is a real Quest for Agility: Agility seems the new Holy Grail and you can hardly find an article or blog post without a reference to “the fast changing circumstances” of the business.

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Agile Strategy Strategy Roadmap 52

Planview

JUNE 6, 2024

GenAI Use Case Examples Before a company can decide to make or buy a GenAI application, it needs to determine the use cases it will pursue. There’s no question that GenAI is a democratizing and disruptive technology. Let’s summarize the types of applications available in the GenAI application space today.

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Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

By investing in startups, corporations can access new technologies, products, and services that can significantly enhance their competitive edge. Moreover, through CVC, corporations can tap into the startup ecosystem , leveraging agility and innovative mindsets.

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Leapfrogging

APRIL 3, 2024

You need to understand that the stakes are high, as the right culture can drive innovation, enhance business growth, and ensure your organization remains competitive in a rapidly changing market. Embracing culture change also positions your organization to better navigate uncertainties and challenges, making it more agile and resilient.

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Paul Hobcraft

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Within the value proposition, we actively shape these journeys, building adaptability, agility and innovation for long-term success in the changing business environment we all face today. A landscape and the navigation skills that provide the adaptability and agility needed for successful innovation in the current business landscape.

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Jeffrey Phillips

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

Currently we have national and global economic tension, the rise of nationalism, large trading communities breaking apart (Brexit) and trade tensions between large trading partners - the US and China for example. All we can say for certain is that these technologies and the digital transformation they create will change things.

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Technology Strategy Strategy Artificial Inteligence 171

Moves the Needle

AUGUST 14, 2018

And in practice, we combine three important ideas: design thinking, Lean Startup, and agile methodology. When designing something, (ie: a technology, a product, a marketing material…) it is paramount to keep the needs of the end user in mind. Competition is now global. Others are being disrupted.

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Daniel Burrus

AUGUST 25, 2021

The goal should be longevity and significance over success , not merely one big payout and coasting down a hill, using reactionary mindsets and agility as needed to dodge obstacles while you coast. Instinctually for many, we choose to play it safe and protect and defend the status quo with agility. Risk Based on Certainty.

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Daniel Burrus

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

In years past, many businesses have succeeded with an agile, reactive approach to business where they respond to climate, competition, and social circumstances in an “after the fact” way. As many businesses have perfected this approach, a new leadership model is now needed to stay ahead of the competition.

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Leapfrogging

APRIL 3, 2024

Unpacking Organizational Culture Defining Organizational Culture Organizational culture embodies the collective values, beliefs, and principles of organizational members and is a product of such factors as history, product, market, technology, strategy, type of employees, management style, and national culture.

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Paul Hobcraft

JUNE 19, 2023

Organizations in today’s business environment need to adapt rapidly and dynamically, the need to bring the innovation management process is a constant technological advancement. Emphasize the importance of staying competitive in a rapidly evolving business landscape and the potential risks of falling behind.

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Leapfrogging

APRIL 15, 2024

Organizations with strong collaborative practices often see improvements in productivity, efficiency, and agility. Responding to Modern Work Trends The modern workplace is characterized by rapid technological advancements, distributed teams, and a shift towards more agile and dynamic work structures.

Collaboration 113

Collaboration Technical Review Agile Trends 113

Paul Hobcraft

JUNE 21, 2023

The potential returns, including increased agility, improved innovation outcomes, enhanced collaboration, and long-term competitiveness, make this radical change worthwhile for organizations aspiring to thrive in today’s dynamic business environment. Each stack “sits” on a technology platform.

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IdeaSpies

APRIL 17, 2019

In 1985, a relatively unknown professor at Harvard Business School named Michael Porter published a book called Competitive Advantage which explained that, by optimizing every facet of the value chain, a firm could consistently outperform its competitors. The book was an immediate success and made Porter a management superstar.

Competition 57

Competition Collaboration Technical Review Policies 57

Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

These young companies thrive on adaptability, a drive for growth, and often, a technology-based solution that disrupts existing markets or creates new ones. Engaging with the startup ecosystem enables corporates to tap into novel ideas and technologies, staying ahead of industry curves and often leapfrogging conventional R&D limitations.

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Technical Review Agile Collaboration Engagement 113

Flying Fish Lab

MAY 5, 2024

Today, businesses must leverage technology to refine their business positioning strategies t o achieve success. Enhanced Customer Experiences through Technology Mode rn business strategies an d c ustomer engagement approaches rely heavily on technology. Partner with The Flying Fish Lab now for sustainable growth.

Strategy 52

Strategy Strategy Technical Review Software Review 52

Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

The Importance of Innovation in Business Innovation is the cornerstone of competitive advantage in business. Businesses that innovate can respond to shifts in consumer behavior, leverage emerging technologies, and enter new markets with agility. With the technology rapidly evolving, new applications are continually emerging.

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Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

Some people think being agile is a mindset. If you have the right tools, anyone can both build agility into how you think and make it the foundation of your business processes. Here’s an example of what this could look like if you have a product portfolio and want to evaluate your options for taking the best products forward.

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Flying Fish Lab

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Today's business environment is marked by dynamic market conditions and rapid technological advancements, emphasising the significance of adaptability and innovation. For example, unmet customer needs, overlooked market niches, or emerging trends. Innovation consulting services shed light on agile strategy implementation.

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Daniel Burrus

MAY 11, 2017

Agility is one such strategy—the often vaunted capacity to react to change as quickly as possible to address problems and changing market conditions. Does that make agility an extinct dinosaur? Why Agility Is No Longer Enough. Agility needs to be balanced with a new key strategy—becoming #Anticipatory. Not at all!

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Business and Tech

AUGUST 26, 2021

The hospitality industry is facing rapid changes as technology advances and the modern consumer demands more. Connecting the operational knowledge with a particular interest area — such as finance, marketing, technology, or sales — will help build a strong career. Michigan State University’s Karthik Namasivayam offers advice.

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Tullio Siragusa

JULY 24, 2023

The Detriments of a Command-and-Control Culture and the Power of Design Thinking In the competitive landscape of modern business, the approach we take to leadership can make or break an organization. Example: Kodak, a once-dominant player in the photography industry, struggled to innovate and adapt to the digital age.

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Ecosystems4Innovating

MAY 22, 2024

Examples of measuring them at operational and strategic levels and providing a more comprehensive and systematic approach are not discussed here. For example, in the technology industry, hardware and software providers are interdependent, as the success of one often depends on the performance and compatibility of the other.

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Disruption Collaboration Design System 69

Leapfrogging

APRIL 3, 2024

A culture that embraces change and is open to new ideas will naturally drive innovation, leading to greater business growth and the development of competitive advantages. Moreover, in today’s fast-paced business environment, agility and resilience are essential for long-term success.

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mjvinnovation

APRIL 9, 2020

In this article, you will reflect on the challenges of remote team management and how agile practices can help you make the transition efficiently. This can cause a generational shock; Millennials and Centennials, steeped in technology and more prone to remote work, are often misunderstood by their leaders from other generations.

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Qmarkets

MARCH 27, 2024

Razors have undergone incremental innovations over time Source: The Hustle Incremental innovations may not make headlines, but they’re the steady pulses that keep businesses competitive and responsive to market demands. Marketing Innovation Another type of innovation in business is marketing innovation.

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Tullio Siragusa

APRIL 15, 2024

This technology has become a crucial tool for fractional executives, as it allows for the automation of routine tasks, data analysis, and even decision-making processes, thus amplifying their efficiency and effectiveness.

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Gregg Fraley

AUGUST 1, 2018

New Service Offering for Digital Technology Innovation. It’s designed to uncover unlikely, but useful, combinations of technologies, products, services, trends, and insights that lead to breakthrough innovation. GFi is now offering a new version of MoshPit to discover ideas that exploit new digital technologies.

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Technology Internet of things Ideation Artificial Inteligence 50

Paul Hobcraft

OCTOBER 6, 2021

We are seeing such forces, trends, technologies that are enabling these and in some very distinctive ways, we are seeing many more radical concepts emerging from China first. If so, growth and innovation are inevitably interlinked to a digital and technology ecosystem. The investor has this immense pressure to scale fast.

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