Jeffrey Phillips

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

Good innovation, like good cooking or the development of a human being, takes time, and time is something that is so constrained that most innovation projects simply compress time into manageable blocks, and in doing so compress and constrain good ideas. This is one reason why ideas like agile and rapid sprints seem so compelling.

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Leapfrogging

MARCH 19, 2024

It consists of a series of phases (stages) where specific tasks are performed and milestones (gates) where decisions are made about whether to proceed to the next stage, halt, or redirect the project. Risk Assessment : By predicting potential hurdles, AI helps in identifying and mitigating risks early in the product development lifecycle.

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Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Introduction to Startup Accelerator Programs The Concept of Startup Acceleration Startup accelerator programs are designed to foster rapid growth of early-stage companies by providing them with the necessary resources and support. The collaborative environment of an accelerator allows for a rich exchange of ideas and best practices.

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mjvinnovation

JUNE 1, 2021

With the rapid transition to work from home, the recent adoption of project management tools has skyrocketed. These are just a few points that some project management tools need to consider to gain managers’ attention and win the teams’ adoption. Keep reading to understand which is the best for your project.

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Innov8rs

APRIL 7, 2024

This distinction is crucial because the management systems, support structures, and resources required to nurture breakthrough innovations differ significantly from those needed for more incremental changes. Organizations must develop a capability for breakthrough innovation that goes beyond traditional R&D functions.

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Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Introduction to the Startup Ecosystem Defining the Startup Ecosystem The term ‘startup ecosystem’ refers to the dynamic network of interconnected entities—individuals, organizations, and resources—that collectively contribute to the creation and growth of startups.

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Planview

MAY 5, 2023

From a customer perspective, Razat continues, “With the power of AWS, we will continue to help our growing customers connect their ideas to impact, across projects and products, and deliver positive outcomes – especially in times of change.” Regional teams used different work methodologies such as Agile, waterfall, and Lean Six Sigma.

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New Markets Advisors

MAY 29, 2019

It’s how to build agility into your organization such that you can adapt as the strength of those advantages diminishes. To help your organization become more agile, I offer four pieces of advice, each of which ties to an essential element of agility. While we often prioritize the dynamic elements of agility?—?the

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Leapfrogging

APRIL 15, 2024

Importance of Team Collaboration in Today’s Workplace In the contemporary workplace, characterized by rapid technological advancements and a shift towards more agile and remote working conditions, fostering team collaboration has become indispensable. Remove barriers Provide tools and resources for effective collaboration.

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Jeffrey Phillips

JANUARY 11, 2021

For example, one of the biggest idea killers is the inability for many companies to take really good ideas and get them prioritized in the existing product development process. This is why so many "innovation projects" result in incremental or "me too" ideas. With those basics in mind, you can do a lot of good innovation.

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Jeffrey Phillips

DECEMBER 3, 2019

These words include adjectives such as "lean", "agile" and "rapid", to make the point that innovation should be stripped to its bare components, move as fast as possible and create minimum viable solutions. Risk avoidance and current revenue are often more important than potential profitable products and services.

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Leapfrogging

MARCH 6, 2024

By doing so, teams can navigate challenges with agility and confidence, leading to transformative business results. Cross-Functional Collaboration : Encouraging members to work on projects with colleagues from different areas of expertise to foster a culture of learning and mutual understanding.

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Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Moreover, CVC initiatives can enable corporations to respond more swiftly to technological shifts by leveraging startup agility. Establishing a timeline for initial engagement activities, such as innovation workshops or joint product development sessions.

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Boxes and Arrows

SEPTEMBER 2, 2013

The adoption of Agile software development approaches are on the rise across our industry, which means UX professionals are more likely than ever to support Agile projects. I first encountered Agile Development in 2005, when a team I supported was chosen to help pilot Scrum development methodology at Yahoo!

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Destination Innovation

OCTOBER 30, 2017

Large organisations tend to treat major new product developments as serious projects which require serious resources. They use project planning tools and stage gate processes. Agility, fast feedback and risk mitigation are the watchwords.

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Leapfrogging

APRIL 10, 2024

They provide narratives on how rapid prototyping accelerates the innovation cycle, thereby reducing time and resources spent on product development. They may also delve into methodologies like lean startup principles and agile development to illustrate how continuous testing can lead to successful outcomes.

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Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Businesses that innovate can respond to shifts in consumer behavior, leverage emerging technologies, and enter new markets with agility. Below are some examples that illustrate how AI is being incorporated: Idea Generation : AI-powered tools can suggest design options based on previous successful projects and current design trends.

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Jeffrey Phillips

JUNE 9, 2021

The dreaded "day job" That's why so much new product development and innovation is accomplished in teams of people who are working beyond their normal responsibilities. New product development, innovation and growth responsibilities are simply layered on top of their existing jobs. Signals What signal does this send?

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Jeffrey Phillips

MAY 26, 2015

We teach trend spotting and scenario planning to our customers to help them understand the importance of recognizing emerging needs and emerging segments, because the great ideas they generate won't become products or services very quickly. And then I ask them to tell me their firm's average product development process timeframe.

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Leapfrogging

MARCH 4, 2024

Introduction to Design Thinking Design thinking has become a cornerstone methodology in the worlds of innovation, business strategy, and product development. Teams can iterate designs with agility, supported by AI’s predictive analytics to forecast the success of design choices.

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Destination Innovation

DECEMBER 6, 2016

For new products the projects might go through a stage-gate process where they have to clear certain hurdles in order to have extra resources released. There is a program and the projects adhere to it. When we find something that really works we quickly swing more resources onto it. You can try both.

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Planview

JANUARY 22, 2024

The trends outlined in this blog offer a glimpse into the future of product development and some exciting opportunities for product-driven companies to achieve real ROI regarding cost savings, efficiency, productivity, digital transformation benefits, and employee satisfaction.

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Boxes and Arrows

NOVEMBER 12, 2013

Dear Project Managers, It has been a very enjoyable experience working with everyone over the last couple of months and sharing our ideas on UX design. If we aren’t given the right tools and resources to do our work, how can we be expected to deliver the best outcomes? But if we haven’t done anything yet, is it too late?

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Innov8rs

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

You may find labels like ideation, project management, product development and resource allocation, but they don’t describe what people actually need to do to drive innovation. These may generate Products to manage, which will kick off a number of different Projects.

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Huub Rutten

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

For him electronics and software development is second nature, and he is savvy about physics. I recently spoke with him to understand his perspective on the new product development process the company is constantly working on, and I know he is struggling. So the space for extra resources will be limited.

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Huub Rutten

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

For him electronics and software development is second nature, and he is savvy about physics. I recently spoke with him to understand his perspective on the new product development process the company is constantly working on, and I know he is struggling. So the space for extra resources will be limited.

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Huub Rutten

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

For him electronics and software development is second nature, and he is savvy about physics. I recently spoke with him to understand his perspective on the new product development process the company is constantly working on, and I know he is struggling. So the space for extra resources will be limited.

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Planview

AUGUST 2, 2023

Amidst an ever-changing and unpredictable market landscape, Fortune 500 companies are increasingly turning to the Scaled Agile Framework® (SAFe®) to enhance their value streams and meet customer demands. There are several types of bottlenecks, including resource scarcity, lack of automation (e.g., How to Accelerate Flow in SAFe® 6.0

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Paul Hobcraft

MARCH 27, 2018

There are significant shifts underway towards digital innovation in R&D and new-product development. The importance of big data, the speed of technology adoption, mobile products, digital design, and technology platforms are at the heart of innovation. It will fundamentally change the type of resources innovation requires.

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InnovationTraining.org

DECEMBER 12, 2022

What is the difference between design thinking and agile methodologies? How can design thinking help with product development? These courses typically cover the key concepts and steps of the design thinking process, and may include hands-on exercises and projects to apply what you have learned.

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The BMI Lab Blog

JUNE 25, 2020

Several reasons explain why most companies fail, from not adapting to ecosystem changes, holding on to old and non-performing business models, up to lacking a structure to systematically reduce the uncertainty through the development of new ideas. Developing projects based on assumptions is often neither understood nor accepted.

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Idea to Value

MARCH 7, 2022

Then, have a process for aligning strategy (which pulls you forward) with budgeting (which anchors you backward) with project governance (which is usually a total mess) with people’s incentives. Companies must hire for creativity and incentivize creativity by dedicating budget, time and people resources.

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Innovation Excellence

MAY 4, 2020

And Agility For All. Successful companies, especially when they are small, start from the greatest gift that life can give them: lack of resources. The first thing that you would notice about them is that people’s work revolves around a key concept, agility. Say, you are not an agile organization. Stand up, vertically.

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Rmukesh Gupta

MARCH 2, 2020

He started the session with the 10 rules of digital transformation and I thought that this is a great set of rules that we can keep in mind before we embark on a digital transformation project. According to a survey done by Mckinsey , leadership matters as much in a transformation project as in day-to-day activities.

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Moves the Needle

JANUARY 8, 2019

The result: development of a market-ready product ( lineup™ ) in a fraction of the time, and the confidence to apply their strengthened skill set to other areas of uncertainty. As a result, the product garnered little attention from early potential buyers. We struggled to generate evidence and so we built what we loved.

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ITONICS

FEBRUARY 8, 2019

Scholars at the Institute for Manufacturing (IfM) of the University of Cambridge developed the concept of “Roadmapping Roadmapping R2” which takes into account the short, medium, and long-term goals pursued with roadmapping as well as the available resources when introducing the roadmapping method. 4 Types of Roadmaps You should know.

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Leapfrogging

MARCH 15, 2024

The agility to adapt to AI advancements is now a vital component of surviving and thriving in the modern marketplace. This impact is evident across various facets of business, from operational efficiency and customer experience to product development and market analysis.

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