Innovation Excellence
DECEMBER 1, 2024
The expectations towards corporate innovators are clear: deliver more results, faster, and with fewer resources. What does that mean in practice? Here's our take on the top trends to watch in innovation management in 2025.
Harvard Business Review
DECEMBER 26, 2024
Visualizing what people are really doing with gen AI, the long tail of layoffs, beer and boycotts, and more.
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Idea to Value
DECEMBER 5, 2024
As the leader of a cross-functional innovation team within a large pharmaceutical company accelerator, I’ve noticed a recurring challenge: team members struggle to balance their innovation tasks with the demands of their regular roles. Our team brings together individuals from multiple departments, each contributing a portion of their time—typically 20% to 50%—to the innovation project.
Leapfrogging
DECEMBER 10, 2024
Understanding Innovation Innovation is the lifeblood of businesses seeking to thrive in a rapidly evolving market. It is the driving force behind the competitive edge that allows companies to stand out and meet the ever-changing demands of their customers. Importance of Innovation in Today’s Business Landscape In the current business landscape, innovation is not just a buzzword; it’s a necessity.
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Innovation is key to overcoming crises. This guide outlines how businesses can navigate uncertainty by adapting strategies, embracing open innovation, and strengthening resilience. Learn how to reassess business models, engage external expertise, and build a robust innovation ecosystem. Explore the three phases of crisis response—from immediate adaptation to long-term transformation—and discover how collaboration accelerates progress while reducing costs.
IdeaScale
DECEMBER 26, 2024
Innovation doesnt happen in a vacuum. The most groundbreaking ideas often emerge when people come together, share diverse perspectives, and build on each other's insights. In todays fast-paced and interconnected world, a culture of collaboration is the secret ingredient for organizations looking to drive sustainable innovation.
Destination Innovation
DECEMBER 21, 2024
Muhammad Yunus Do you want to cultivate a more innovative and entrepreneurial culture in your team, one that embraces calculated risk taking and radical thinking? A powerful way to achieve this is by sharing stories about people who exemplified lateral thinking and whose ideas and actions transformed the world. People relate deeply to other peoples stories.
Business Innovation Brief brings together the best content for business innovation and strategy professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Paul Hobcraft
DECEMBER 10, 2024
I closed out my posts in 2023 reflecting on the “golden” threads that need to weave through innovation business ecosystems. So equally I share these four threads here again as they are so important to Business Ecosystem thinking and design going forward. I raised the ecosystem thinking and design story “ At the heart of this story lies the understanding that innovation is NEVER a solitary endeavor; it thrives really well within ecosystems.
Kainexus
DECEMBER 17, 2024
The 5 Whys technique is a cornerstone of Lean management and continuous improvement practices. Originally developed as part of the Toyota Production System, this problem-solving method is known for its simplicity and effectiveness. By repeatedly asking Why, organizations can uncover root causes, address underlying issues, and even clarify goals. Its versatility makes it an essential tool for tackling complex problems and setting meaningful objectives.
Leapfrogging
DECEMBER 10, 2024
Building a new business is tough. These strategies will help your startup succeed without a big investment. As many of my readers know, I usually write about strategy , innovation , and leadership. But recently I’ve been asked a lot about how I helped establish Praxie.com as a destination website for hundreds of best practice digital tools and templates using growth hacking strategies.
IdeaScale
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Innovation in government often feels like a rare, big breakthrough that changes everything. But in reality, innovation is driven by curiosityby asking the right questions and exploring new possibilities.
Speaker: Ben Epstein, Stealth Founder & CTO | Tony Karrer, Founder & CTO, Aggregage
When tasked with building a fundamentally new product line with deeper insights than previously achievable for a high-value client, Ben Epstein and his team faced a significant challenge: how to harness LLMs to produce consistent, high-accuracy outputs at scale. In this new session, Ben will share how he and his team engineered a system (based on proven software engineering approaches) that employs reproducible test variations (via temperature 0 and fixed seeds), and enables non-LLM evaluation m
Acuvate
DECEMBER 12, 2024
Introduction: The Evolution of Customer Experience Customer experience (CX) has undergone a profound transformation over the past decade, driven largely by advancements in artificial intelligence (AI). From early-stage chatbots to more sophisticated, AI-powered systems, businesses have increasingly relied on technology to meet customer expectations.
Innovation Excellence
DECEMBER 8, 2024
by Braden Kelley Recently several people have asked me whether or not artificial intelligence (AI) has a role to play innovation. One of the ways I’ve answered this question is by speaking about how artificial intelligence can be used to help test/disprove assumptions.
Daniel Burrus
DECEMBER 30, 2024
AI-powered innovation transformed industries, drove unprecedented levels of efficiency, creativity, and profitability in 2024. As AI tools become increasingly more sophisticated, they will continue to redefine traditional business models and create opportunities for seamless integration between technology and human expertise. Amid this transformative wave, many leaders wonder: Will AI-driven innovation replace traditional business processes entirely?
Kainexus
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Every organization that embarks on a journey toward continuous quality improvement is unique. Leaders in every industry, from healthcare to construction, have set CQI as a goal. Some organizations use a business management method, such as Six Sigma or Lean, while others take a less formal approach. While differences abound, there is a set of guiding principles that unifies those interested in achieving continuous improvement and enjoying the benefits it brings.
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The DHS compliance audit clock is ticking on Zero Trust. Government agencies can no longer ignore or delay their Zero Trust initiatives. During this virtual panel discussion—featuring Kelly Fuller Gordon, Founder and CEO of RisX, Chris Wild, Zero Trust subject matter expert at Zermount, Inc., and Principal of Cybersecurity Practice at Eliassen Group, Trey Gannon—you’ll gain a detailed understanding of the Federal Zero Trust mandate, its requirements, milestones, and deadlines.
Leapfrogging
DECEMBER 10, 2024
The Evolution of Product Development Product development has transformed significantly over the years, adapting to changes in consumer behavior, market demands, and technological advancements. Let’s explore the contrast between traditional and agile approaches and uncover the advantages agile product development brings to businesses. Traditional vs.
Cris Beswick
DECEMBER 11, 2024
In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, a leadership team’s ability to foster innovation often determines an organisation’s success or failure. Yet, the stark reality is that many senior teams urgently need help creating the cultural conditions necessary for innovation to flourish. Based on extensive work worldwide with CEOs and senior executives, my experience reinforces that leadership team dynamics can either catalyse or crush innovation potential.
Phil McKinney
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Remember that child-like curiosity that makes kids ask "why" about everything around them? That pure, questioning spirit seems to vanish in most organizations today. In its place grows something far more dangerous: innovation debt. This debt runs deeper than balance sheets and efficiency metrics - it fundamentally reshapes how companies think and dream.
Innovation Excellence
DECEMBER 31, 2024
GUEST POST from Robyn Bolton We identified four opportunities for market expansion, all adjacent to our current business, and entry into any one of them is almost guaranteed to materially grow our business. But no one is doing anything. I wanted to be surprised.
Speaker: Jennifer Hodroge, Omni-Channel Strategic Leader, Forrester CX Certified
Marketers know that personalization is the key to engagement—but with limited budgets and time, how do you prioritize what, where, and how to personalize? Aligning your content, campaigns, and buyer experiences requires a deep understanding of customer needs. In this new webinar with expert Jennifer Hodroge, we’ll explore how to leverage insights and customer journey mapping to build personalization strategies that deliver real impact.
eZassi
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Bringing a groundbreaking idea to life is an exhilarating journey, but it’s also one that requires strategic execution. Whether you’re a startup founder, R&D leader, or innovation manager, the transition from concept to market-ready solution involves navigating a series of interconnected stages. At Ezassi, we specialize in helping organizations streamline the idea-to-implementation process with our suite of Innovation Management Products and Services.
Acuvate
DECEMBER 20, 2024
The Challenge: Managing Complex P&ID Diagrams In industrial operations, efficiency, clarity, and accessibility are vital, yet traditional Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)critical for mapping system designs and operationsoften fall short due to their physical format. Managing these paper-based diagrams is time-consuming, error-prone, and complex, especially in large setups.
Leapfrogging
DECEMBER 30, 2024
As the business world keeps spinning and flipping on a dime, leaders got to stay sharp to keep up with the fast pace of change. Adapting to new ideas, gadgets, and hiccups is a must to create a buzzing workplace. Being a good leader isn’t a one-and-done deal; it’s about constantly brushing up on skills to tackle what’s thrown at them.
Tullio Siragusa
DECEMBER 11, 2024
Bliss Investing: Aligning Profit with Purpose for Sustainable Growth Investments are often seen through a hard, cold financial lens, making the concept of empathy in investing seem out of place. But, as Alicia Castillo Holley, PhD, outlined in a recent episode of The Bliss Business Podcast , it is empathy, compassion, and purpose that form the true foundation of successful, sustainable investing.
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Savvy B2B marketers know that a great account-based marketing (ABM) strategy leads to higher ROI and sustainable growth. In this guide, we’ll cover: What makes for a successful ABM strategy? What are the key elements and capabilities of ABM that can make a real difference? How is AI changing workflows and driving functionality? This Martech Intelligence Report on Enterprise Account-Based Marketing examines the state of ABM in 2024 and what to consider when implementing ABM software.
innosabi Innovation Insights
DECEMBER 16, 2024
The Future of Innovation Management: Key Insights As 2025 approaches, the question “What is the future of innovation management?” resonates across industries. Businesses are moving beyond reactive responses to disruption, shifting towards proactive strategies that incorporate foresight and agility. The goal? Sustainable growth and meaningful societal impact.
Innovation Excellence
DECEMBER 25, 2024
Happy Holidays! For more than a decade I’ve devoted myself to making innovation insights accessible for the greater good, because I truly believe that the better our organizations get at delivering value to their stakeholders the less waste of natural resources and human resources there will be.
eZassi
DECEMBER 3, 2024
The Transformative Impact of Robotics on Industry Automation- Revolutionizing Efficiency, Precision, and Innovation Across Sectors Robotics and industrial automation are at the heart of Industry 4.0, revolutionizing manufacturing in recent years. These technologies dramatically enhance versatility and reliability, allowing businesses to adapt quickly to changing demands while maintaining utmost precision and efficiency to streamline operations, reduce downtimes, and optimize resource usage.
Qmarkets
DECEMBER 12, 2024
Every groundbreaking product, service, or solution starts with a single idea. But generating impactful ideas often requires more than just inspirationit demands the right methods and tools to unlock creative potential. An idea generator offers precisely that: a framework to guide innovation and uncover new possibilities. An idea generator provides a structured approach to spark fresh thinking, tackle challenges, and transform abstract concepts into tangible outcomes.
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GAP's AI-Driven QA Accelerators revolutionize software testing by automating repetitive tasks and enhancing test coverage. From generating test cases and Cypress code to AI-powered code reviews and detailed defect reports, our platform streamlines QA processes, saving time and resources. Accelerate API testing with Pytest-based cases and boost accuracy while reducing human error.
Michael Roberto
DECEMBER 10, 2024
Source: Getty Images How do leaders make sure they are hearing the unvarnished truth? How can they cut through the bureaucracy and access unfiltered information? Writing in today's Wall Street Journal , Ben Cohen describes one technique employed by Jensen Huang, CEO of Nvidia. Cohen draws from a new book by Tae Kim ( The Nvidia Way" ). Cohen and Kim describe the infamous T5T memos that Huang reads each week.
IdeaScale
DECEMBER 29, 2024
In today's competitive landscape, where nearly 80% of companies prioritize innovation (BCG), it's crucial to have the right tools and processes in place to effectively identify and capitalize on new opportunities.
Planview
DECEMBER 6, 2024
Elite organizations are proving the power of the product operating model. Theyre shifting from time- and resource-wasting project-based work to value-focused product-oriented work, which enables them to improve operational efficiency, customer centricity, delivery speed, and other objectives. But just like any journey, the project-to-product shift comes with challenges.
Innovation Excellence
DECEMBER 8, 2024
GUEST POST from Pete Foley The scientific method is probably the most useful thing Ive learnt in my life. It is a near universal tool that can be used in so many ways and so many places.
Speaker: Becky Parisotto and John Vurdelja
Fulfillment is no longer just about getting products from point A to point B – it's about crafting seamless, scalable, customer first experiences. Flexible fulfillment strategies are more important than ever for those aiming to stay ahead and build resilience as retail enters a new era in 2025. Learn how to optimize fulfillment processes, tackle complex, multi-vendor orders, and create seamless customer experiences – from white-glove delivery for high-value items to quick-ship solutions for ever
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