Paul Hobcraft

OCTOBER 16, 2023

During this week, commencing 15th October 2023, I am discussing and explaining a framework for building innovation ecosystems on my ecosystem4innovators.com posting site. I have been exploring for some time a transformative concept to move innovation into the world of ecosystems. I outlined my proposed framework in an extended series of posts here on this posting site, summarized after a series of detailed descriptors in this post of “ The building out of the Composable Innovation Enterpri

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Harvard Business Review

OCTOBER 16, 2023

One of the biggest mistakes in project management is that simply telling someone to do something is enough for it to get done. In most cases, especially with longer and more complex projects, assigning work isn’t enough, explaining work isn’t enough, and even planning out work isn’t enough. Follow-up is the key to making sure the work actually gets done.

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IdeaScale

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Excerpted from the book: Idea Stormers, How to Lead and Inspire Creative Breakthroughs (Wiley Jossey-Bass) by Bryan Mattimore Facilitating Genuine Employee Involvement at IBM There is no tougher organizational challenge than changing a culture. Just ask any CEO or company president. Even the most powerful executive can feel surprisingly powerless when it comes to changing [.

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Harvard Business Review

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Historically, the challenge with implementing learning and development programs has been the difficulty in quantifying the impacts on organizational performance. Leaders can use an approach called balanced benchmarking, borrowed from operations management, to conduct a needs assessment and apply training where it can be most effective. The author explains how this approach was applied at a firm in the legal services industry and offers five strategies for implementation.

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Large enterprises face unique challenges in optimizing their Business Intelligence (BI) output due to the sheer scale and complexity of their operations. Unlike smaller organizations, where basic BI features and simple dashboards might suffice, enterprises must manage vast amounts of data from diverse sources. What are the top modern BI use cases for enterprise businesses to help you get a leg up on the competition?

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Tullio Siragusa

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Redefining Conflict Resolution: The Design Thinking Way Business conflicts have been a staple challenge since the advent of commerce. However, the dynamics have evolved, particularly with the onset of digital industries and multicultural teams. As conflicts become more nuanced, leaders seek innovative methodologies for resolution. Among the most promising approaches is Design Thinking, traditionally associated with product design and user experience but increasingly recognized for its potential

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Harvard Business Review

OCTOBER 16, 2023

According to Gallup research, workers around the world who are working in hybrid or remote roles say they experience more stress and anger than their colleagues who work onsite full-time. At the same time, these remote and hybrid employees say they’re consistently more engaged than full-time onsite workers. This presents a complicated challenge for company leaders: Full flexibility means employee well-being might be in jeopardy.

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Harvard Business Review

OCTOBER 16, 2023

We’re experiencing a seismic transformation in the way we work — an evolution shaped by technological advancements and changing societal norms. In this next phase, work will be defined by its adaptability, technological integration, flexibility, and collaborative spirit. Moreover, it will take a holistic view, considering not just productivity, but also the well-being of individuals and the broader societal impact of the work we’re doing.

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Kainexus

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Lean Agile, often called Lean-Agile or Agile at Scale, combines Lean principles and Agile software development methodologies for larger, more complex projects and organizations. It extends Agile concepts to address the challenges of managing large teams, multiple projects, and complex systems while still emphasizing customer value, collaboration, and adaptability.

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Harvard Business Review

OCTOBER 16, 2023

When you feel like you have only yourself to blame, listen to this.

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Innovation Excellence

OCTOBER 16, 2023

GUEST POST from Art Inteligencia Innovation has become the driving force behind progress in today’s world. From cutting-edge technologies to groundbreaking scientific discoveries, we are continuously witnessing the power of human ingenuity. However, amidst all the revolutionary advancements, it is essential to question what truly defines innovation.

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Speaker: Jay Allardyce, Deepak Vittal, Terrence Sheflin, and Mahyar Ghasemali

As we look ahead to 2025, business intelligence and data analytics are set to play pivotal roles in shaping success. Organizations are already starting to face a host of transformative trends as the year comes to a close, including the integration of AI in data analytics, an increased emphasis on real-time data insights, and the growing importance of user experience in BI solutions.

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Harvard Business Review

OCTOBER 16, 2023

A senior leader must learn how to gain trust with his stakeholders.

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Planview

OCTOBER 16, 2023

The Value Stream Management Consortium (VSMC) has become, over the past three years, a pivotal entity in championing the principles and practices of Value Stream Management. Their insights, drawn from a diverse pool of survey respondents, provide a comprehensive view of the VSM landscape. The State of Value Stream Management Report 2023 , in particular, stands out due to its inclusivity, drawing data from respondents across various organizational sizes, ranging from nimble startups with 1-99 emp

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helloFUTURE

OCTOBER 16, 2023

The Agile methodology, with its roots deeply embedded in software development, has become synonymous with adaptability, responsiveness, and continuous improvement. But in today’s fast-paced world of innovation, can these principles be applied effectively outside of software, especially in the realm of tangible product development? The answer is a resounding “yes.

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Christensen Institute

OCTOBER 16, 2023

More than 92 million Nigerians don’t have access to electricity, and most who do have access experience unreliable and intermittent electricity at best. For decades, Nigeria has invested billions of dollars in improving access to power. Yet much of the country remains dark. Solar energy has the potential to transform the country’s energy sector. So, why has Nigeria’s solar market not grown faster—and how can it be accelerated?

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