Paul Hobcraft

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

credit InnoLead and KPMG I have always welcomed the KPMG LLP-sponsored InnoLead benchmarking report; this is for the third year. I received a note from Scott Kirsner , who leads the team at Innolead, and he offered me a chance to read the report before its official release today at 12 PM ET time and suggested I can post anytime, so here goes.

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Paul Hobcraft

NOVEMBER 29, 2019

To have any chance to reverse these temperature rises there is an increasing emphasis on innovation solutions within the technology that is required for the Worlds energy system. Also, IRENA produced a substantial main Innovation Landscape report. View the opening introductions on the “ home page ” and scroll down.

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Technology Report Policies Innovation 162

Paul Hobcraft

MAY 19, 2021

” A groundbreaking report, “ Net-Zero by 2050: a roadmap for the global energy system “(referred to as NZE here) by the Internation Energy Agency (IEA), has been emphasising that this decade is pivotal to reaching net-zero by mid-century. This requires nothing short of a total transformation of the energy systems.

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Report Innovation Technology Policies 345

Acuvate

MARCH 13, 2020

As per recent reports , there are over 170,000+ confirmed across 100+ countries. And new cases are being reported every day! So, how can organizations use digital workplace technologies to protect their employees, limit productivity losses and improve collaboration whilst ensuring security? Here are a few tips!

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Collaboration Guidelines Tools Video 111

PlanBox Innovation

AUGUST 3, 2021

Collaborative innovation software brings purpose, focus, and structure to collaboration to help you turn ideas into commercial value. Collaboration tools are necessary to the proper functioning of any business, especially for organizations with a large workforce spread across many different locations around the globe.

Software 98

Software Collaboration Underperforming Technical Team Crowdsourcing 98

Paul Hobcraft

JANUARY 24, 2023

These reports (Whitepapers) are a storehouse of knowledge, facts and suggested actions that need to be taken. For me, the weekend focus was specifically on the Energy Transition, following on from their recent Davos event and the series of reports and whitepapers co-sponsored with different organizations built up over many years.

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Technical Review Innovation System Collaboration 200

Paul Hobcraft

APRIL 24, 2023

It is our ability to consistently capture, build and develop new ideas within organizations or in open collaborations with others that have a direct effect on revenue growth and the ability to provide future sustainability. So often innovation struggles to be recognized for what it is.

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Innovation Programs Technical Review Innovation Policies 189

Paul Hobcraft

FEBRUARY 11, 2023

New companies can gain access to robust technology quickly, piece it together and launch alternatives that reflect a more relevant, current and needed set of solutions. ” by arguing innovation management platforms could play a critical role in supporting co-creation through mini-ecosystems.

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Software Review Software Technical Review Innovation 211

Christensen Institute

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

The pandemic cast education technology (edtech) into a starring — and some might argue above-its-paygrade — role in education. Although by no means perfect, before the pandemic, technologies in education had been steadily improving for decades. Engageli’s founders are not strangers to the dynamics of the edtech market.

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Technical Review Technology Tools Engagement 103

Innovating4Energy

JANUARY 3, 2024

We do seem to be missing out on broader community engagement for this energy transition – I want to change that. I don’t think we are making it the collaborative endeavour it needs to be. We need to engage more broadly in community approaches related to energy. We need a broader energy transition movement.”

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Change Collaboration Technology Engagement 75

Qmarkets

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

The days of boardrooms and R&D departments keeping innovation under lock and key are waning, as companies are increasingly preferring a more collaborative approach with startups and other external parties. This time, I completed an excellent Certification Program in Digital Transformation 2020-21 at Kellogg School of Management.

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Open Innovation Collaboration Innovation Technology 105

Innovating4Energy

JULY 8, 2023

The classic comment is then made “ This cost reduction would dramatically accelerate demand, encouraging private developers to build more capacity and making the technology affordable for the world”- Well, then that’s the end of the story.

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Technical Review Technology Collaboration Industry 69

Tullio Siragusa

MAY 30, 2022

The increasing rate of complex technology and business systems requires a creative workforce to continuously make improvements and sustain growth. The approach reflects no involvement by multiple stakeholders, no critical thinking, or participation with various people to address challenges and resolve them collaboratively.

Design Thinking 118

Design Thinking Design Development Team Review Collaboration 118

Paul Hobcraft

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

By showing a more compelling rationale, you can showcase how effective business cases have led to successful change initiatives and increased ROI in the use of human, technology and AI combinations. Adding Relevant Knowledge Objectives : Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies through continuous learning and investigation.

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Change Underperforming Technical Team Technical Review Agile 173

Qmarkets

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

The days of boardrooms and R&D departments keeping innovation under lock and key are waning, as companies are increasingly preferring a more collaborative approach with startups and other external parties. This time, I completed an excellent Certification Program in Digital Transformation 2020-21 at Kellogg School of Management.

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Open Innovation Collaboration Innovation Technology 94

Leapfrogging

APRIL 4, 2024

Beginning with clarity of purpose and the selection of an environment that fosters collaboration and creativity, you can set the stage for a successful strategic planning session. It should not only accommodate your logistical needs like space and technology but also inspire and invigorate your team.

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Strategy Strategy Technical Review Groups 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

Paul Hobcraft

JANUARY 28, 2023

Increased integration with other business tools, such as project management and collaboration software. More emphasis on data analytics and reporting to help companies better understand and track their innovation efforts. More use of gamification techniques to encourage participation and engagement among employees.

Software 182

Software Innovation Management Management Artificial Inteligence 182

Acuvate

FEBRUARY 14, 2019

In today’s competitive business world employee engagement is an essential element in creating a positive work culture and a productive workforce. Organizations with engaged employees perform better than those without by whopping 202%. This is the reason employee engagement gets top precedence in the workplace strategy.

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Engagement Study Tools Strategy 90

Thinkers360 - Thought Leader Interviews

MARCH 18, 2023

In this edition, we speak with Tom Raftery , Technology Evangelist, Podcast Host, Thought Leader & Influencer at Tom Raftery. Thinkers360: Tell us a bit about your background and areas of expertise TR: I have over two decades of experience working at the intersection of technology, sustainability, and innovation.

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Technology Internet of things ChatGPT Leadership 52

Paul Hobcraft

MARCH 27, 2018

These are big data analytics, the fast adoption of new technologies, mobile products and capabilities and digital design.See the above for the complete list on where innovation is heading, it makes interesting viewing. Executing this shift to digital is central and very complex, as it is involving the whole Enterprise.

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Innovation Radical Innovation Design Big Data 185

Idea to Value

AUGUST 15, 2022

While it was not always a comfortable start with new technology and ways of working [“You are still on mute, Nick…”] , many employees immediately saw the benefits of being able to work from home rather than being forced to commute to the office. Well, two studies can shed some light on the question.

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Study Groups Engagement Video 235

Paul Hobcraft

JULY 25, 2019

As a report, the 2019 Global Innovation Index (GII) is a whopper, at 450 pages, although 50% of this is detailed economic profiles and data tables for each country within the index. This GII report investigates and reports on 129 countries and then analyzes and ranks them accordingly.

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Policies Report Technical Review Innovation 182

Idea Drop

JUNE 22, 2017

One of the key findings in PwC Innovation benchmark report was that bringing more stakeholders into the innovation process is the most effective way to drive success in innovation. In this post we will consider the five key findings of the report and share our points of view.

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Innovation Excellence

MARCH 5, 2018

Little have released an interesting report, titled “The Age of Collaboration“ The study does a good job in synthesizing the global state of play of corporate-startup collaboration and latest findings on success requirements for its implementation. Recently, Match-Maker Ventures and Arthur D.

Engagement 53

Engagement Collaboration Report Study 53

Leapfrogging

APRIL 4, 2024

By stepping away from daily operations, you and your team can focus on long-term goals, engage in deep discussions, and forge stronger bonds. This can help maintain energy levels and encourage informal collaboration. Let’s explore how you can create an environment conducive to collaboration and strategic thinking.

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Underperforming Technical Team Leadership Design Exercises 100

Innovating4Energy

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

In this first post of a mini-series of three, I want to introduce a radical concept that envisions the energy transition as a living, evolving entity that bridges technology and nature, sparking profound shifts in how communities generate, consume, and perceive energy. It’s a fusion of advanced technology and natural systems.

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Entrepreneurship Policies Collaboration ChatGPT 59

Idea to Value

SEPTEMBER 7, 2019

the digital landscape and physical technologies are growing increasingly connected. uses close alignment with innovative technology to ensure that manufacturers can gain critical insights about day-to-day operations. in terms of the digital technology available, rather than the employees. In the age of Industry 4.0, Industry 4.0

Industry 215

Industry Leadership Artificial Inteligence Training 215

Michael Roberto

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Fortune's Orianna Rosa Royle reported this week on a new study by Nan Zhao, Xian Zhang, J. The research examined the brain activity of people engaged in Zoom meetings vs. in-person meetings. What does it mean for those of us who do engage in hybrid work? Some types of collaboration may be more suited to in-person interaction.

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Meeting Report Engagement Collaboration 57

Innovating4Energy

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

This radical concept envisions the energy transition as a living, evolving entity that bridges technology and nature, sparking profound shifts in how communities generate, consume, and perceive energy. Creating the spaces for experimentation, idea-sharing, knowledge exchanges and collaboration. It puts your energy future in your hands.

Collaboration 59

Collaboration Engagement ChatGPT Technology 59

Paul Hobcraft

SEPTEMBER 2, 2018

To do this, technology adoption and diffusion across the ecosystem needs to improve dramatically. In a recent report, jointly from the World Economic Forum and McKinsey called the “ The Fourth Industrial Revolution and the factories of the future ” t hey made a number of observations.

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Industry Technical Review Design Innovation 213

Leapfrogging

MARCH 15, 2024

Navigating a Disruptive Business Environment In today’s fast-paced and technology-driven landscape, businesses are frequently faced with disruptions that can significantly impact their operations and long-term viability. These vulnerabilities could range from outdated technology to inflexible operational structures.

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Leapfrogging

MARCH 15, 2024

The Age of AI and Business Strategy Understanding AI-Driven Rapid Change In the current landscape, AI-driven technologies are reshaping industries at an unprecedented pace. Embracing AI means more than just implementing new technologies; it involves rethinking entire business operations from the ground up.

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Strategy Strategy Change Underperforming Technical Team 100

Paul Hobcraft

MAY 19, 2021

” A groundbreaking report, “ Net-Zero by 2050: a roadmap for the global energy system “(referred to as NZE here) by the Internation Energy Agency (IEA), has been emphasising that this decade is pivotal to reaching net-zero by mid-century. This requires nothing short of a total transformation of the energy systems.

Report 130

Report Innovation Technology Policies 130

Paul Hobcraft

MAY 19, 2021

” A groundbreaking report, “ Net-Zero by 2050: a roadmap for the global energy system “(referred to as NZE here) by the Internation Energy Agency (IEA), has been emphasising that this decade is pivotal to reaching net-zero by mid-century. This requires nothing short of a total transformation of the energy systems.

Report 130

Report Innovation Technology Policies 130

PlanBox Innovation

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

This can include scanning through industry reports, patent databases, and competitor analysis, as well as conducting surveys and focus groups to gather information about consumer preferences and needs. This can help you increase participation and engagement among employees and stakeholders.

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ChatGPT Analysis Trends Competition 84

Leapfrogging

MARCH 4, 2024

As a methodology, it is open to adopting new tools and technologies that enhance the process, including the integration of artificial intelligence in design thinking. These technologies enable professionals to gain deeper insights, automate repetitive tasks, and generate innovative solutions at a faster pace.

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Design Thinking Artificial Inteligence Tools Design 100