Paul Hobcraft

MAY 9, 2023

The tool and techniques that stand out for me, in their contribution, value and my use have been, in no specific order, cover the jobs-to-be-done , ten types of innovation, crossing the chasm , blue ocean, business model canvas and value proposition canvas, building core competencies , lean start-up, agile and design sprints.

Artificial Inteligence 182

Artificial Inteligence Technical Review Agile Innovation 182

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.

Culture 130

Culture Change How To Agile 130

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.

Strategy 100

Strategy Strategy Technical Review Agile 100

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been telling us that the traditional strategy of finding and exploiting a sustainable competitive advantage is becoming outdated.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. Or so the argument goes.

Agile 40

Agile Competition How To Strategy 40

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.

Underperforming Technical Team 100

Underperforming Technical Team Strategy Strategy Technical Review 100

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

Planview

APRIL 6, 2023

This debunks the perspective that business agility and successful transformation are limited to companies of a certain profile. I am not just referencing improvements via Agile and DevOps, although they are a piece of the puzzle. This is an unprecedented disadvantage for competitors. I saw customers experience outstanding success.

Competition 52

Competition Technical Review Software Review Agile 52

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.

Technical Review 113

Technical Review Agile Collaboration Engagement 113

Paul Hobcraft

JUNE 12, 2023

I am suggesting a vertical and horizontal design applying innovation stack and building block approaches, all “housed” on a technology platform. We have the capacity through technology and human interactions for them to come together, exchange, and increase and accelerate innovative concept value. Nothing can work in isolation.

Technical Review 147

Technical Review Software Review Underperforming Technical Team Artificial Inteligence 147

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.

Change 173

Change Underperforming Technical Team Technical Review Agile 173

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.

Culture 100

Culture Underperforming Technical Team Agile Leadership 100

Paul Hobcraft

APRIL 27, 2017

Digital technologies are beginning to have a real impact on the methods, approaches, and rates of our innovation outputs. Social technologies are giving us real-time understanding. Technology in all its forms is altering the innovation game but are we adapting to this radical change potential?

Technology 178

Technology Change Agile Innovation 178

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.

Case Study 147

Case Study Innovation Design Collaboration 147

Jeffrey Phillips

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

Digital transformation - a "third wave" of information technology that creates an entirely new way to capture real time data and perhaps make sense of that data on the fly, could radically change how businesses operate, how they make money and how they interact with customers, consumers and suppliers. What should our "major aims" be?

Technology 171

Technology Strategy Strategy Artificial Inteligence 171

Paul Hobcraft

DECEMBER 17, 2022

it is not throwing away the technology, tools or established processes it is transforming these in new and different ways. The ability to rethink global competitiveness and if it was really needed for our business. the art of building Agility into your innovative thinking and approaches. We do need to find a new way of working.

Agile 182

Agile Design Resources Change 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. Resources are scarce. What and where do you place your resources to gain greater impact? The key driver of the organization’s ability to change is innovation. This is what needs to change.

Innovation 147

Innovation Competition Resources Technology 147

Leapfrogging

APRIL 3, 2024

For a deeper look at what organizational culture entails and why it’s a key component for business performance, you can explore our resource on what is organizational culture and why is it key for business performance. It’s an intangible ecosystem that permeates every level of an organization.

Underperforming Technical Team 100

Underperforming Technical Team Leadership Culture Change 100

Daniel Burrus

AUGUST 25, 2021

Question for all who read this: to succeed at any business venture, you merely need to have huge resources, dedicated personnel, and a quality product or service, right? Instinctually for many, we choose to play it safe and protect and defend the status quo with agility. From there, it’s just collecting money and living a good life.

Agile 88

Agile Change Disruption Trends 88

Leapfrogging

MARCH 19, 2024

From its inception to the current state, the processes governing the development of new products and services have continuously evolved to incorporate new methodologies and technologies. It’s a systematic approach designed to minimize risk and allocate resources effectively. Rapidly adapt to new information and market trends.

Generative AI 113

Generative AI Artificial Inteligence Technical Review Product Development 113

Paul Hobcraft

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

We need to open our minds and see the possibilities by focusing on resolving the more significant challenges being faced today and provide different collaborative thinking in solutions: Technology: Challenges: Rapid technological advancements, short product life cycles, and the need for continuous innovation.

Design 147

Design Technical Review Collaboration ChatGPT 147

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.

Agile 130

Agile Design Innovation System 130

Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

CVC units often focus on securing a competitive advantage by investing in startups with innovative technologies or business models that align with the corporation’s strategic goals. By engaging with and investing in startups, companies can gain insights into emerging technologies, trends, and business practices.

Technical Review 100

Technical Review Engagement Marketing Competition 100

Planview

JANUARY 17, 2024

In today’s fast-paced and dynamic world of technology, the adoption of Agile methodologies has undoubtedly transformed the landscape of how technology teams function. In this blog post, we’ll uncover why dedicating resources to tackle WIP and bottleneck resolution can lead to long-term time and resource savings.

Industry 59

Industry Management Software Review Technical Review 59

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.

Collaboration 113

Collaboration Strategy Strategy Guidelines 113

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.

Case Study 113

Case Study Resources Industry Engagement 113

Paul Hobcraft

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Embracing Change and Thriving Through Adaptation In today’s and the future’s constant dance to adjust, evolve, and seek unique competitive positions, today’s business environment is where change is not a possibility but a certainty, and the ability to adapt becomes paramount. They make it highly dynamic in design and nature.

Collaboration 130

Collaboration Design Leadership Industry 130

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.

Design Thinking 140

Design Thinking Artificial Inteligence Design Analysis 140

mjvinnovation

MARCH 5, 2020

In this article, you will see what exactly agile coach does, what benefits it can bring and how to take it to your company. What an Agile Coach does within an Agile team. Agile Coach helps train corporate teams in agile methodology and oversees team development to ensure effective results. Skills of an Agile Coach.

Agile 52

Agile eBook Software Developers Software Development 52

Cris Beswick

APRIL 24, 2024

In the modern business world, where disruption is the norm and change is relentless, the ability to continuously drive innovation-led growth has become the ultimate competitive advantage. Failure to move with speed and agility can render even the most promising concepts obsolete before reaching their full potential.

Agile 59

Agile Disruption Culture Innovation 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.

Radical Innovation 52

Radical Innovation Innovation Disruption Competition 52

Leapfrogging

APRIL 15, 2024

Nurturing Innovative Team Collaboration In the rapidly evolving business landscape, innovative team collaboration has become a cornerstone for companies seeking to remain competitive and adaptive. Managers and leaders are recognizing that fostering team collaboration practices can yield a more agile and responsive organization.

Underperforming Technical Team 113

Underperforming Technical Team Collaboration Creativity Software Review 113

Leapfrogging

APRIL 15, 2024

Importance of Team Collaboration in Modern Work Environments In today’s fast-paced business climate, characterized by disruptive technology and virtual workspaces, team collaboration is more crucial than ever. By integrating technology into communication practices, teams can stay connected and aligned regardless of physical location.

Collaboration 100

Collaboration Software Review Tools Technical Review 100

Planview

MARCH 28, 2024

Unlike traditional manufacturing processes characterized by tangible endpoints, software development for vehicles is inherently iterative and demands agility to keep pace with evolving technological requirements. Acquiring such comprehensive skills presents a formidable and resource-intensive endeavor.

Software Review 59

Software Review Software Developers Software Development Underperforming Technical Team 59

Ecosystems4Innovating

APRIL 25, 2024

And finding the necessary resources, commitment to change and the willingness to experiment and explore. You always need to recognize that senior executives often have multiple priorities, competing initiatives, and limited resources to allocate. Start to identify external partners or what gaps are missing from the internal resources.

Industry 59

Industry Design Resources Competition 59

Planview

AUGUST 16, 2023

Fortune 500 companies have long recognized the importance of adopting the Scaled Agile Framework® (SAFe®) to stay competitive in today’s fast-paced business landscape. Increasing Business Agility One area undergoing rapid evolution in software development is generative AI.

Agile 52

Agile How To Generative AI Resources 52

Ecosystems4Innovating

JANUARY 10, 2024

The Fuel of Innovation Performance – the dynamics of innovation in Ecosystems: Interconnected Resources: Recognize that resources are distributed across the ecosystem, and innovation performance depends on effective collaboration and resource sharing.

Collaboration 52

Collaboration Underperforming Technical Team Innovation Agile 52

Paul Hobcraft

APRIL 24, 2023

Innovation is a critical source of future competitive advantage. An innovation mandate is a critical tool for defining the scope and direction of innovation and the underlying values, commitment and resources placed behind it. So often innovation struggles to be recognized for what it is.

Innovation Programs 189

Innovation Programs Technical Review Innovation Policies 189