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Discontinuous Innovation: Transforming Industries & Creating New Markets

Qmarkets

Discontinuous innovation represents a seismic shift in how industries function and evolve. This form of innovation doesn’t just improve on existing products; it completely redefines them, creating entirely new markets and consumer behaviors.

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Innovation needs the power of completing the 4th Industrial Revolution

Paul Hobcraft

We are facing greater disruption and an increasing innovation pace. The prospect of new innovation potential will eventually work through into the world of Industry 4.0 Innovation is benefitting from the 4 th Industrial Revolution. We can shift our often-linear thinking as Industry 4.0 deployments.

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The Energy Transition Needs A Structured Innovation Process

Paul Hobcraft

In this period of such disruption, we do need to hang onto our beliefs, objectives, and goals, both short and long term. Stopping CO2 emissions needs us, collectively, to look at our current energy services, our industrial production methods but also our land use and agricultural practices. We need to build out our knowledge.

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Innovation cannot expand without the 4th Industrial Revolution

Paul Hobcraft

We are a long way away from fully capturing the benefits of the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4I)R in an inclusive and holistic way. 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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Disruptive Is Not a Dirty Word

IdeaScale

Disruptive isn’t a dirty word, but it can be a scary one. Why does the word “disruptive” raise such fear among so many people? Uttering “disruptive” during a meeting can get you looks more along the lines of profanity. At the same time, disruptive innovation is what makes our lives better. Mindful Disruption.

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The Power of Innovation: Key Topics and Content from Dynamic Keynote Speakers

Leapfrogging

The right speaker can also enhance the prestige of your event, attracting a wider audience and generating buzz within your industry. When you invite an innovation keynote speaker to your event, you’re not just getting a presentation; you’re accessing a wealth of knowledge shaped by real-world experience and success.

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Six Insights for Innovating Amid Disruption

Yet2

In many ways 2020 defines the idea of disruption: the entire world went into lockdown, markets fluctuate, and every university and R&D department raced to innovate. It’s hard to imagine an industry that coronavirus hasn’t affected in some way. These funds must be ready and available when the disruption hits.