Paul Hobcraft

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

For me, the last six months or so I have been spending increasing time working with ChatGPT to gain different ways to look at focus areas I spend in advising and mentoring and where innovation links into my different work. It can lead to a real ‘roadcrash’ of innovation outputs. Unstructured AI is not a silver bullet.

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IdeaScale

APRIL 3, 2019

The downside of using this model is that buy-in from other departments may be hard to achieve as the innovation department may seem out of touch with other departmental processes etc. So how do you level up the entire brainstorming capacity of your workforce? From Inspiration to Implementation (article). Originals (book).

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InnovationTraining.org

APRIL 25, 2022

Whether you are working together in person or remotely, design thinking software tools such as Miro can help make the innovation process easier than ever. Miro is a fantastic resource for finding idea generation activity templates for everything from empathy mapping and design sprints to brainstorming.

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IdeaScale

MARCH 9, 2021

Whiteboarding is a critical part of the brainstorming and innovation process. In this article, we will outline some important exercises that help both provide direction to general brainstorming sessions and to specified virtual whiteboard instances. Exercise #2 ? Clarify Goals and Expectations.

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InnovationTraining.org

JUNE 10, 2021

Learn about this innovation framework and find training resources, articles, tips, and more. In the innovation process, this really comes down to trying to find better ways of accomplishing this JTBD, rather than focusing on the product itself. JTBD (or Jobs to Be Done) is a theory that describes consumer action.

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IdeaScale

APRIL 3, 2019

The downside of using this model is that buy-in from other departments may be hard to achieve as the innovation department may seem out of touch with other departmental processes etc. So how do you level up the entire brainstorming capacity of your workforce? Make it part of the of the onboarding process.

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Leapfrogging

MARCH 19, 2024

By integrating AI into the innovation process, companies can uncover valuable insights, streamline workflows, and make more informed decisions. Additionally, AI can aid in collaborative brainstorming sessions, providing real-time suggestions and enhancements to spur innovation.

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Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Enhanced Creativity AI can suggest a wider range of options and alternatives, pushing the boundaries of conventional brainstorming. Using AI for Brainstorming and Concept Development The brainstorming process is fundamental in the ideation stage, and AI can amplify this creative process.

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Leapfrogging

APRIL 10, 2024

Overview of Innovation Keynote Speakers Innovation keynote speakers are individuals who have mastered the art of translating ideas into actionable insights. These speakers cover a range of topics, from the innovation process to the creation of a culture that nurtures creativity and collaboration.

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Leapfrogging

MARCH 4, 2024

Adapting to the use of AI not only enhances creativity and productivity but also leads to more informed decision-making and ultimately, better outcomes in new product development, service innovation, and business strategy. Optimize the decision-making process through data-driven insights.

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PlanBox Innovation

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

This article originally appeared on Forbes. Recognizing the pivotal role that ideas play in driving innovation, the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has introduced ISO 56007 guidance on tools and methods for managing opportunities and ideas.

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Innov8rs

MARCH 4, 2023

Yet not every idea has the potential to be an innovation. Innovations begin with ideas, that's true. In other words, neither brainstorming nor ideation workshops can produce meaningful or useful ideas. Pressing issues usually spark innovative ideas. To put this into context, Christian shares the following example.

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IdeaScale

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

Innovation is a process that relies heavily on creativity and individual thinking, and these are things that don’t come easily. In order to get your creative juices flowing it can be important to engage in creative thinking exercises and practice ways you can improve your innovation process.

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InnovationTraining.org

MARCH 15, 2023

A sustainability workshop applying design thinking and an innovation process to create vision, strategy and action Recently we’ve had a number of requests for our design thinking sprints, innovation workshops, interactive training sessions, and strategy hackathons applied for the purpose of environmental sustainability.

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InnovationTraining.org

MARCH 5, 2021

This template also contains a step-by-step guide to following the LDJ process. Make faster decisions and generate better, more creative ideas through this innovative process. The fill-in-the-blank approach allows for easy adaptation by team members who are new to the process, Miro, or are working together remotely.

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InnovationTraining.org

SEPTEMBER 20, 2019

Discover our guide to human-centered design books, articles, tools, and other resources. One up-and-coming innovation framework is human-centered design, an approach centered around the end user and their unique problems and needs. Ideation: brainstorm and identify opportunities for design, prototype possible solutions.

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Gregg Fraley

NOVEMBER 15, 2019

Innovation Session Designs Don’t Engage. I read with interest an article stating that drawing accelerates learning. Using experiential learning tools like drawing isn’t really new in innovation process. They go straight to brainstorming without preparing minds, and that’s a big reason sessions fail.

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IdeaScale

MARCH 13, 2018

As Bill Fischer highlights in his ‘Innovating The iPod’ article; “The goals articulated by the leadership were surprisingly simple, broad yet precise. She primarily writes technological, travel and scientific articles but is versatile and enjoys writing across a broad range of other topics.

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Gregg Fraley

AUGUST 22, 2018

Training Accelerates Innovation. 94% of managers are unsatisfied with their companies innovation performance. 70% of CEO’s see innovation as a key driver of growth. That’s what McKinsey says in this article. Why then is corporate America so woefully undertrained in innovation fundamentals?

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Moves the Needle

SEPTEMBER 21, 2018

Lean Innovation Case Study: Bringing a New Product to Market Don’t have time to read the whole article? Brainstorming and Prioritization First, the took the time to brainstorm and prioritize assumptions for each step of the value stream from dealers first becoming aware of the solution to being passionate about it.

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BrainZooming

FEBRUARY 22, 2018

An article in The Wall Street Journal by Paul Ziobro shares an report on how toy manufacturers, including Mattel and Hasbro, are accelerating their new product innovation processes. Reach out to external partners with shared interests in innovation. Download your FREE copy of Accelerate Your Innovation Strategy today! .

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Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

AI in the Ideate Stage of Design Thinking The Ideate stage of Design Thinking is where creativity comes to the fore, with the objective of generating a broad set of ideas for innovative solutions. Expanding the Ideation Process with AI Artificial intelligence systems are adept at processing large amounts of data much faster than humans can.

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IdeaScale

JULY 19, 2021

In reality, design thinking is a process that overlaps with traditional innovation in many different ways, making it extremely useful for innovative ideation. In this article, we’ll discuss design thinking and the impact that using it can have on the innovative process. Design Thinking and Innovation.

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InnovationTraining.org

MARCH 15, 2021

This guest article on innovative teaching shares ideas and strategies from the The Startup Teacher Playbook: Turn Your Ideas Into Actions, Personalize Professional Development, and Create Innovative Learning Experiences for You and Your Students. Providing structure to the innovation process does not need to be difficult.

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Open Innovation EU

APRIL 19, 2017

When asked to organize an ‘open innovation session’, students enthousiastically start to read details about open innovation, open sessions and different ways of creating an open innovation-mindset within SME. Although appreciating the idea itself, they don’t see the direct benefit for it themselves.

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Qmarkets

APRIL 24, 2017

Yet becoming an innovation leader takes work and studies into the success of efforts towards driving innovation illustrate the difficulty of the process of becoming one. As Langdon Morris observes strategy and innovation are intricately linked and "should be mutually reinforcing."

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Qmarkets

JULY 8, 2017

Yet becoming an innovation leader takes work and studies into the success of efforts towards driving innovation illustrate the difficulty of the process of becoming one. As Langdon Morris observes strategy and innovation are intricately linked and "should be mutually reinforcing."

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Idea to Value

JULY 21, 2017

In fact, according to some estimates by Doblin , 96% of all new innovations which established companies attempt fail to make a return on investment. In this article, I want to show you the 15 most important Innovation Frameworks and Theories which your companies need to be aware of and should be using.

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Qmarkets

MAY 2, 2024

Consider the massive brainstorming sessions at IBM, where employees, partners, and clients around the world contributed to innovation jams, or Dell’s “IdeaStorm,” which invited customers to suggest product improvements.

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Qmarkets

APRIL 26, 2024

Consider the massive brainstorming sessions at IBM, where employees, partners, and clients around the world contributed to innovation jams, or Dell’s “IdeaStorm,” which invited customers to suggest product improvements.

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Qmarkets

APRIL 26, 2024

Consider the massive brainstorming sessions at IBM, where employees, partners, and clients around the world contributed to innovation jams, or Dell’s “IdeaStorm,” which invited customers to suggest product improvements.

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InnovationTraining.org

AUGUST 26, 2021

We help organizations discover how to build innovation and design thinking strategies into their workplace environments, start and lead innovation teams, and keep up the process of innovating every day. This article share some basic tips to help your organization innovate through an important dynamic – teams.

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hackerearth

JANUARY 22, 2019

These hackathons can be around new challenges, letting employees collaboratively brainstorm and develop ideas in a wide range of niche verticals. Through this article, we hope to cover the top 10 things to keep in mind while conducting hackathons. In any scenario, you will be a part of a distinct innovative process.

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hackerearth

JANUARY 22, 2019

These hackathons can be around new challenges, letting employees collaboratively brainstorm and develop ideas in a wide range of niche verticals. Through this article, we hope to cover the top 10 things to keep in mind while conducting hackathons. In any scenario, you will be a part of a distinct innovative process.

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hackerearth

JANUARY 22, 2019

These hackathons can be around new challenges, letting employees collaboratively brainstorm and develop ideas in a wide range of niche verticals. Through this article, we hope to cover the top 10 things to keep in mind while conducting hackathons. In any scenario, you will be a part of a distinct innovative process.

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hackerearth

JANUARY 22, 2019

These hackathons can be around new challenges, letting employees collaboratively brainstorm and develop ideas in a wide range of niche verticals. Through this article, we hope to cover the top 10 things to keep in mind while conducting hackathons. In any scenario, you will be a part of a distinct innovative process.

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InnovationTraining.org

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

The top innovative companies in the world know that hosting effective, engaging meetings makes all the difference. Empowering their teams with technology and creative tools that guide their brainstorming sessions goes a long way in changing the outcome. A follow-up innovation meeting can push further on these three ideas.

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