Paul Hobcraft

APRIL 27, 2017

This ‘knowledge is becoming out of date before we can learn from it and sometimes highly dangerous to follow or believe in some rapidly changing times. We need to change our thinking and design in the digital insight part more specifically within and along the innovation process.

Technology 178

Technology Change Agile Innovation 178

Paul Hobcraft

MAY 9, 2023

I finished my last post, “ Are we EVER going to embrace innovation? ” With the argument, we need to change the innovation narrative and significantly update the innovation approach and processes to meet today’s and tomorrow’s business challenges. This evolved over many years.

Artificial Inteligence 182

Artificial Inteligence Technical Review Agile Innovation 182

Ecosystems4Innovating

APRIL 14, 2023

It is primarily dealing with the benefits of collaboration and bringing up to a ‘given point’ a compelling value proposition for potential collaborators in understanding the basic building blocks to consider, for achieving the engagement outcomes required.

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Collaboration Engagement Innovation Resources 59

Leapfrogging

APRIL 10, 2024

They bring stories of success and failure that can humanize the innovation process and make it more relatable. Their talks can be a catalyst for change, encouraging your team to pursue innovation with renewed vigor. They share insights that can reshape the way your organization approaches creativity and problem-solving.

Innovation 113

Innovation Leadership Ideation Innovation Processes 113

Paul Hobcraft

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

I see many comments on the failure of innovation, in its inability to be at the core of an organization’s ambitions for growing and changing. Our innovation processes stay islands of knowledge stubbornly not flowing across organizations, informing others and giving the right levels of insights, support, or collaboration needed.

Technical Review 208

Technical Review Innovation Software Review Engagement 208

Paul Hobcraft

JUNE 19, 2023

I wonder if that is the current incumbents, be these current innovation management software providers or individuals inside the organizations resisting change, as it brings significant uncertainty of change and disruption to the (inadequate) process, one that I feel is not fit for today’s and tomorrow’s innovation purpose.

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Case Study Innovation Design Collaboration 147

Paul Hobcraft

JUNE 8, 2023

My fun has been piecing these together to lead me to my suggested Vertical and Horizontal Framework for achieving a different innovation management design. Here I offer a different perspective of innovation that leads to proposing such a change. I will go into the final proposed components in my next post.

Design 182

Design Innovation Collaboration Innovation Management 182

Paul Hobcraft

JULY 28, 2022

In short, innovation is the engine of change and in today’s fiercely competitive environment resisting change is dangerous. The key driver of the organization’s ability to change is innovation. However, deciding that the organization has to be innovative is insufficient.

Innovation 147

Innovation Competition Resources Technology 147

Paul Hobcraft

JUNE 12, 2023

In my view any new approach to innovation needs to aim to achieve interdependent and interlocking innovation, solving problems that have not been addressed before and offering sustainable value, impact, and returns to all involved or significantly improving on the existing solutions.

Technical Review 147

Technical Review Software Review Underperforming Technical Team Artificial Inteligence 147

Paul Hobcraft

OCTOBER 18, 2022

I am on a personal mission to convince innovation software providers, corporations and innovators to change how they undertake innovation. In some recent posts, I argued that we need to adopt a broader innovation ecosystem thinking and design. Seeing the barriers, the causes and effects.

Software Review 162

Software Review Innovation Design Technical Review 162

Leapfrogging

APRIL 10, 2024

A dynamic speaker can transform the atmosphere, creating an engaging and thought-provoking experience for all attendees. When you invite an innovation keynote speaker to your event, you’re not just getting a presentation; you’re accessing a wealth of knowledge shaped by real-world experience and success.

Artificial Inteligence 100

Artificial Inteligence Case Study Leadership Design Thinking 100

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. You need a systematic approach and project staging plan.

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Agile Design Innovation System 130

Paul Hobcraft

AUGUST 20, 2015

Erosion is everywhere, it just seems inevitable, we somehow get caught up in the process of time and our organizations seem to ‘freeze’ before our eyes, then simply age. They become fixed, rigid and locked into their established ways, not adapting to the changes occurring around them.

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Change Technical Review Marketing Management 100

PlanBox Innovation

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

As an innovation manager, you’re tasked with the challenging responsibility of leading the development and implementation of new ideas, products, and initiatives that will drive growth and competitiveness for your company. This can help you increase participation and engagement among employees and stakeholders.

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ChatGPT Analysis Trends Competition 84

Paul Hobcraft

JANUARY 28, 2023

This morning I decided to have a chat on ChatGPT on the future of Innovation Management Software, I asked a number of questions in a short series and can well-relate to the answers provided incredibly quickly. chat.openai.com/chat Where will Innovation Management Software go? What do you think?

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Software Innovation Management Management Artificial Inteligence 182

Ecosystems4Innovating

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Within this research, I have been questioning how innovation has changed in the last ten years but, more importantly, how design thinking will adapt due to this technology and AI adoption as the avenue of future exploration. I see four main components within innovation ecosystems that must be expanded to give this framework meaning.

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ChatGPT Technical Review Collaboration Competition 64

Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

AI complements human creativity, enabling teams to translate complex data into meaningful insights and innovative solutions. The Importance of Innovation in Business Innovation is the cornerstone of competitive advantage in business. Behavior Analysis Machine Learning Quantitative analysis of user engagement patterns.

Design Thinking 140

Design Thinking Artificial Inteligence Design Analysis 140

Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

The Impact of Innovation on Organizational Growth Innovation is the driving force behind sustained organizational growth and competitive advantage. It propels companies forward, allowing them to adapt in rapidly changing markets and to respond effectively to evolving customer needs.

Culture of Innovation 113

Culture of Innovation Culture Leadership Innovation 113

Jeffrey Phillips

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

Note that what my clients are asking for is to create an innovation capacity that outlasts a product need, or market gap, or executive team member. After all, most (probably 90%) of all innovation projects undertaken in large corporations are reactive projects trying to respond to a market threat or competitive move.

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Innovation Culture Training Project 157

Innov8rs

MARCH 26, 2023

The potential of AI in the corporate world is immense, from strategy mapping and competitive landscaping to opportunity seizing, brief generation, and startup identification. They also involve continuously scanning the environment for new opportunities and emerging trends, and being willing to adapt quickly to changing circumstances.

ChatGPT 59

ChatGPT Artificial Inteligence Change Trends 59

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.

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Radical Innovation Innovation Disruption Competition 52

Qmarkets

MARCH 14, 2024

At its heart, business model innovation is about change. In this article, we’re going to explore why changing your business model is crucial in today’s world. We’ll look at what business model innovation really means, why it’s important, and how you can start thinking about your own business in new ways.

Software 52

Software Innovation LEAN Innovation Management 52

PlanBox Innovation

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

In an era where ideas are currency, innovation has never been more crucial. Innovation is the cornerstone of progress, fueling growth and driving competitiveness in today’s dynamic business landscape. Engage Leadership in IP Management Effective IP management necessitates top management’s leadership and commitment.

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Management Innovation Leadership Culture of Innovation 52

PlanBox Innovation

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

In an era where ideas are currency, innovation has never been more crucial. Innovation is the cornerstone of progress, fueling growth and driving competitiveness in today’s dynamic business landscape. Engage Leadership in IP Management Effective IP management necessitates top management’s leadership and commitment.

Management 52

Management Innovation Leadership Culture of Innovation 52

Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

The Role of a Keynote Speaker in Corporate Innovation A keynote speaker can be a powerful catalyst in corporate settings, sparking innovation and inspiring change within an organization. A focus on innovation helps companies to adapt to rapidly changing markets, embrace new technologies, and stay ahead of the competition.

Technical Review 100

Technical Review Trends Innovation Engagement 100

Jeffrey Phillips

AUGUST 26, 2021

In most discrete innovation projects, the ideas generated are not distinguished from existing products or services, and thus many times the activity is deemed unsatisfactory or even a failure. This is because there is little management engagement or support, a lack of preparation and skills, and a narrow definition of discovery and risk.

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Project Underperforming Technical Team Innovation Training 209

Paul Hobcraft

JUNE 3, 2019

Our innovation insights are badly lagging, with the effect being the solutions offered are not ‘tuned’ into the present and anticipated needs, as they often lack dynamic data. We need to digitize our innovation activities fully. Why does the combination of digitalization and innovation have such a transforming effect?

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Data Innovation Design Marketing 208

PlanBox Innovation

MAY 9, 2023

Innovation is the key to staying ahead of the competition and meeting the ever-changing needs of customers. To be successful, organizations must be able to effectively manage their innovation processes, from idea generation to commercialization. This article originally appeared on Forbes.

Innovation Management 93

Innovation Management Management Underperforming Technical Team Idea Generation 93

Paul Hobcraft

JANUARY 24, 2023

Having a robust, sustainable innovation system to install and then follow is essential. Innovation drives the changes in the Energy transition. If we take the suggested Energy Innovation System outlined in this Whitepaper.

Technical Review 200

Technical Review Innovation System Collaboration 200

Ecosystems4Innovating

JANUARY 10, 2024

The Strategic Architecture – designing the system to perform as needed in Ecosystems: Dynamic Governance Structures: Establish adaptable governance structures that can evolve to accommodate the changing needs and goals of the ecosystem. at all participant levels.

Collaboration 52

Collaboration Underperforming Technical Team Innovation Agile 52

Paul Hobcraft

JULY 5, 2017

When you step back and recognize all the different advancements we have making in designing tools and frameworks, in understanding innovation, it holds promise. This does need a real change but can we achieve it? We need a change, we are facing such constantly changing environments and challenges.

Innovation 178

Innovation Design Agile System 178

Innov8rs

APRIL 7, 2024

By designing processes and strategies that acknowledge the importance of a genuinely sustainable product portfolio, companies can begin to address the nuanced demands of their target markets. The journey is as much about changing consumer perceptions and behaviors as it is about product development.

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How To Engagement Innovation Groups 59

Tim Kastelle

APRIL 12, 2018

They have responded to these changes in their competitive environment and have started to position themselves as the most innovative firm in their market. This is one of the reasons that it is almost impossible to just add some innovation into an organization, without changing the culture.

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Strategy Strategy Innovation Course 249

Paul Hobcraft

OCTOBER 1, 2018

Those not involved directly within the innovation project constantly remain skeptical or require more proof. The status quo of the existing places an increasing drag on the forces of change. Both are I feel “painting” a realistic picture of where innovation does sit within organizations.

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Report Innovation Survey Disruption 212

Qmarkets

AUGUST 26, 2021

Organizations choose to adopt the process of innovation for a myriad of reasons; to tackle existing challenges by ideating for solutions, to generate new revenue streams, to improve existing products or services, and so on. Accenture reveal the receipe behind portfolio growth with their 12 key rituals to governing innovation.

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Innovation Programs Innovation Technical Review Open Innovation 98

100%Open

JANUARY 4, 2016

We were asked recently by a new client what our top 10 Do’s and Don’ts are for running open innovation competitions, based on our experience including the UBS Future of Finance Challenge , Unilever Foundry Ideas Challenge , Colombia CO4 Open Innovation Competition , and Ordnance Survey GeoVation Challenge.

Open Innovation 40

Open Innovation Competition Technical Review Innovation 40

Paul Hobcraft

MAY 9, 2022

We have to talk about the hard work of creating deep capabilities within the organization, capabilities that once established with tremendous effort don’t go away and confer a competitive advantage over long periods of time. Instead of efficiency, we strive for originality, for what will change the game.

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Innovation Conference Strategic Thinking Strategy 130