Idea Drop

JULY 20, 2017

There are two distinct (though complementary) ways to work through a problem and develop a solution: we might label them ‘creative thinking’ and ‘strategic thinking’. The key principles of strategic thinking Limit your time: strategic thinking is all about efficiency.

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Jeffrey Phillips

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

Impact on strategy and innovation What does this mean for two concepts near and dear to my heart - strategy and innovation? If strategy is a "plan of action designed to achieve a major aim" then what should our strategies look like as we encounter a competitive environment with little stability and a significant amount of change?

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CMOE

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Maybe your strategy was successful, and perhaps it didn’t pan out, but you certainly faced unexpected challenges and victories that you didn’t plan for. Learning from the Year Reflecting on the past year helps set the foundation for setting goals and adapting strategies in the coming year.

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The BMI Lab Blog

JUNE 10, 2021

For the past decades, companies have been defining their strategy following a traditional approach: On the one hand, they analyzed trends, selected the most relevant ones, and designed their strategy based on a “clear view of the future”. The strategy becomes a portfolio of different, coordinated business models.

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CMOE

DECEMBER 1, 2022

If you want to be a proactive leader and create a winning team and strategy, now is the time to start focusing on a forward-looking direction and identifying strategic priorities. A Bloomberg study found that the time spent on planning ahead or strategizing has declined to single digits – 9%. Carve Out Some Time.

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Leapfrogging

MAY 8, 2024

It allows leaders to draw upon a rich reservoir of past encounters to navigate complex situations with agility and informed confidence. Activities may include role-playing, simulations, or hands-on projects that require collaboration and strategic thinking. A timeline for when these activities will occur within the program.

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Leapfrogging

APRIL 3, 2024

Moreover, in today’s fast-paced business environment, agility and resilience are essential for long-term success. To learn how to leverage organizational culture for greater business agility and resilience, see leverage organizational culture for greater business agility and resilience.

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BrainZooming

OCTOBER 11, 2016

Yesterday’s post on using a new type of SWOT analysis to stimulate bolder strategic conversations in strategy meetings garnered quite a bit of attention. It received enough attention that we decided to share an additional strategic thinking exercise that puts a twist on the typical SWOT analysis. We can help!

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BrainZooming

AUGUST 7, 2017

A similar phenomenon applies to brand strategy. You may think your brand is strong and ready to withstand anything that might come its way. While success can breed success, it can also lead to blindness about the importance of trying to disrupt your brand strategy before something else comes along to topple your brand.

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Leapfrogging

MARCH 6, 2024

Innovation in executive teams is not just about developing new products or services; it’s about fostering a culture of continuous improvement, strategic thinking, and adaptability. By doing so, teams can navigate challenges with agility and confidence, leading to transformative business results.

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BrainZooming

MAY 1, 2017

For each characteristic, here are related Brainzooming articles with exercises and tips to improve your own performance creating strategic impact. Strategic Thinking Exercise – Simply Making Big Decisions. Employee Engagement Strategies – Pigs, Chickens, and What Great Leaders Do. Quick Decision Making.

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BrainZooming

FEBRUARY 26, 2018

It’s always a wonderful inspiration for strategic and creative thinking questions (plus it’s exciting that we have a current client among the companies recognized). 16 Creative Thinking Questions from the Most Innovative Companies. 16 Creative Thinking Questions from the Most Innovative Companies. Innovation.

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BrainZooming

SEPTEMBER 2, 2015

We’ve written a tremendous amount about change and change management strategy since the Brainzooming blog’s inception. Just HOW MUCH have we written on change management strategy? I reviewed all eighty-six pages to develop our change management strategy primer. 35 Articles on Change Management Strategy in a Change Agent Role.

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Paul Hobcraft

APRIL 24, 2023

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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BrainZooming

MAY 31, 2016

Based on several stories last week extolling the benefits of being “lazy” when it comes to innovation strategy, you would think the LAZY days of summer are here a few weeks early (at least in the northern hemisphere). 4 Examples Where NOT Acting Might Be a Smarter Innovation Strategy. Yet, consider these stories.

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BrainZooming

AUGUST 8, 2017

What’s Your Implementation Strategy for Uncertain Times? Are you ready to pursue an implementation strategy that works in uncharted waters? 4 Strategies for Implementing in Uncertain Times is a FREE, quick read that will pay dividends for you today and in the uncertain times ahead. – Mike Brown.

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The Inovo Group

APRIL 10, 2020

In this time of non-linear transformation, the ultimate winners will be those agile companies that are thinking now about their near-term survival AND their long-term advantage. A ‘dual-path’ strategy includes both ‘Today-for-Today’ and ‘Today-for-Tomorrow’ strategies that require new methods and tools to create.

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CMOE

JULY 19, 2022

They possess the agility to find solutions in an ever-changing market. Innovative and strategic thinking. Better Business Agility. When leaders are equipped with the right expertise and tools to lead others through business transitions, they help boost organizational agility. Effective and constructive feedback.

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Leapfrogging

MARCH 19, 2024

The traditional approach, while structured and reliable, often lacks the flexibility and agility needed to quickly adapt to changing market demands or technological advancements. The need for manual data analysis is reduced, allowing managers to focus on strategy and creative aspects of product development.

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Tullio Siragusa

MAY 1, 2023

The Role of Enterprise Architecture in the Circular Economy Enterprise architecture (EA) refers to the practice of designing, planning, and implementing IT infrastructure and systems to support an organization’s goals and strategy. Organizations must be agile and responsive to these changes to stay competitive.

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Leapfrogging

APRIL 19, 2024

When you invest in the appropriate digital solutions for virtual team project management and virtual team communication , you lay the groundwork for a more cohesive, efficient, and agile team. Encourage the use of collaborative digital whiteboards or brainstorming tools to facilitate creative and strategic thinking sessions in real-time.

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CMOE

DECEMBER 8, 2021

When crises arise, strategic plans are often affected dramatically. As they respond to the situation at hand, leaders understand that they have to keep the overarching business strategy in mind to ensure continued success—in the day-to-day work and in the future. Instead, the creation of strategy must be ongoing.

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Innovation 360 Group

MAY 17, 2018

My experience spans across technology-enabled strategy and implementation to enable organizations (finance, banking, insurance, retail, telecom, logistics, healthcare) create value, take out cost, and develop competitive advantage. Area of expertise: Lean & Agile Management. Agile Engineering Practices. Business Strategy.

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BrainZooming

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

Mike Brown Founder of The Brainzooming Group, and an expert on strategy, creativity, and innovation. Mike is a frequent speaker on innovation, strategic thinking, and social media. If you enjoyed this article, subscribe to the free Brainzooming blog email updates. appeared first on The Brainzooming Group.

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BrainZooming

APRIL 11, 2017

We worked with a client to facilitate an information technology strategy vision. From before the engagement’s launch until near the completion, we asked for strategy documents spelling out corporate priorities, objectives, and expectations. Despite repeated requests, no one ever surfaced this type of strategy document.

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CMOE

MAY 28, 2021

With the changing needs and demands of clinical care, technology, and spending, leadership in healthcare must stay agile to keep up with the shifting tides. Strategic Thinking. This involves strategic thinking , or analyzing critical factors that influence the long-term success of their team and organization.

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CMOE

JULY 29, 2021

When all team members practice innovative thinking and share ideas, it will make change easier and faster for the team. 3. Strategic Thinking. Spearheading change requires strategy. Strategic thinking necessitates having a good balance of both a big-picture perspective (what does the organization and team need?)

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hackerearth

SEPTEMBER 29, 2017

This special team needs to be strategic, tactical, agile and fast. Depending on companies’ innovation readiness, the responsibility areas of the ‘innovation team’ may include the following: Set the strategy, define success. The strategy and the roadmap towards the desired innovation-driven mode are critical. Strategists.

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The Human Factor

JULY 14, 2016

If your culture isn’t set up to encourage and reward employees for expressing new ideas (no matter how outlandish) and taking risks (of the reasonable variety), you won’t get very far on your journey to meaningful innovation or ongoing thinking differently. Using Questions to Prompt Strategic Thinking.

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Innovation 360 Group

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

Attracting the most skilled talent has already become a strategic focus for future-forward companies. But how do you hire for creativity, innovation and strategic thinking, and create the right culture to support and develop it?

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