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Startup CTO or Developer

TechEmpower Innovation

The role of a CTO varies as the company matures. And you certainly don’t want to be the company that spends time and money building something you could have picked up off the shelf. Should a startup CTO spend their time programming? Exploring new technologies? Increasing competitive advantage? The answer is: it depends.

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Ten Top Tips on Patenting Your Novel Idea

Destination Innovation

Often a start-up company will be bought for its IP rather than its products or sales revenues. It can be a good idea to hold your IP in a separate company from your main business. Based on tips and ideas in the book, The Innovation Handbook, Editor Adam Jolly, Publisher Kogan Page. It is not just about protecting your idea.

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Here's how you can engage in H1-2023

Innov8rs

Join our Learning Labs to understand what’s working in other companies, benchmark your approach and performance, and explore new approaches and develop new skills. Dive into the "what" and "how" for innovation management with The Innovator's Handbook 2023. You’ll find answers to those questions in this handbook, and much more.

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Corporate Innovation in 2024

Innov8rs

Here's what they shared. Here's what they shared. In the book, we’ve captured and summarized insights and takeaways from the 80+ online and in-person sessions we’ve hosted from September 2022 to August 2023. It's free, but great value.

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Thought Leader and Influencer Interview with Jean-Christophe Gaillard, Founder & CEO, Corix Partners

Thinkers360 - Thought Leader Interviews

As the driving force behind Corix Partners, Jean-Christophe has demonstrated visionary leadership, shaping the company into a reputable entity known for its innovative solutions and strategic insights.

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Innovation Management in 2023: Leadership & Strategy

Innov8rs

As innovators, we have a responsibility to equip our companies with a solid strategy to survive these turbulent times. Identifying innovation headroom means understanding where the company still has room for growth, what small bets we need to stop making, and how competitive the company is overall. It can't just be the math.

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3 HR Pitfalls You Need To Watch Out For

The Human Factor

They don’t always get the recognition they deserve and areas like marketing and sales are the ones that get a pat on the back when the company is doing well, but the HR department has such an important role to play. An Outdated Employee Handbook . The HR department is the silent hero of business. An Inefficient Payroll System .