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Constructing the innovation mandate

Paul Hobcraft

That group should possess a deep understanding of the existing organization’s strategy, business models, operations and culture and a wider appreciation of the innovation landscape, the “fields of opportunity” and the emerging practices of innovation management.

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Why we should focus on Innovation Governance

Paul Hobcraft

Governance always has guidelines and measurements, I would argue these need to be sensible and adaptive , not just restrictive and prescriptive. It offers flexible, realistic measurement settings to give clear coordination, and clarity to innovation activities often over a diverse environment of different innovation needs.

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Organizations suffer constantly from unhealthy Innovation tension

Paul Hobcraft

There is always a stated “we must be innovative to survive,” but we very rarely what to give that some framing, some guidelines. Organization layers grind against each other, like tectonic plates that force further disruption and upheaval. Innovation works within this environment, actually it will thrive.

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Applying the Three Horizon Thinking to a Fresh Perspective of Innovation Design

Paul Hobcraft

I recently applied the three horizons thinking to ‘frame’ a new innovation design. I would argue this fits within a constellation of partners all working towards delivering innovation that is highly valuable, radical, disruptive and distinctive. Where is innovation within this?

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Treating Innovation Risk Differently, Dealing with Uncertainty

Paul Hobcraft

We need to open up our thinking about risk and innovation management. We should aim for a really healthy construct that does help all involved or associated with innovation and managing risk, that gives a better chance of pushing beyond the incremental innovation that avoids most risk and disappoints those seeking real growth.

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Treating Innovation Risk Differently, Dealing with Uncertainty

Paul Hobcraft

We need to open up our thinking about risk and innovation management. We should aim for a really healthy construct that does help all involved or associated with innovation and managing risk that better chance of pushing beyond the incremental innovation that avoids most risk and disappoints those seeking real growth.

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Innovation Budget Planning

eZassi

As the budgeting season kicks off, the C-Suites are issuing guidelines and financial targets despite unpredictable market conditions. Their goals for success lie in the adaptability and strength of their resources across the Innovation Portfolio. Accounting for Variation in the Innovation Portfolio. cost reduction and 13.3%