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The Four Lenses of Innovation with Rowan Gibson

Viima

Colin Nelson continues his discussions with esteemed innovation experts who have profoundly shaped the field through their work and publications. This time, he sat down to talk to none other than Rowan Gibson. Rowan Gibson is widely recognized as one of the world’s foremost thought leaders on business innovation. Rowan is the bestselling author of 3 major books (Rethinking the Future, Innovation to the Core, The Four Lenses of Innovation).

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There Are Things That Machines Can’t Do (And Never Will)

Digital Tonto

For the past century or so, the most reliable path to success has been the ability to retain information and manipulate numbers. That’s what gained entrance into the most prestigious schools and led to a career at a prestigious firm. Yet the reason that information processing has been so highly valued is precisely because humans are so bad at it. Today’s super-powered algorithms can mine vast stores of information and then express that information in writing, images, even sound and film.

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Is Innovation evolving in the way I see it going?

Paul Hobcraft

Innovation is evolving, the future will be different I have been asking Google’s Gemini a series of questions about innovation, how it has evolved in the past twenty-five years, and where it seems to be heading. This is the third and final part of my questioning on looking towards the future and how innovation will evolve, starting from the original thread of looking over the evolution of innovation in the past twenty-five years, since 1999.

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Preparing the Next Generation for a Post-Digital Age

Innovation Excellence

GUEST POST from Greg Satell An education is supposed to prepare you for the future. Traditionally, that meant learning certain facts and skills, like when Columbus discovered America or how to do long division.

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Going Beyond Chatbots: Connecting AI to Your Tools, Systems, & Data

Speaker: Alex Salazar, CEO & Co-Founder @ Arcade | Nate Barbettini, Founding Engineer @ Arcade | Tony Karrer, Founder & CTO @ Aggregage

If AI agents are going to deliver ROI, they need to move beyond chat and actually do things. But, turning a model into a reliable, secure workflow agent isn’t as simple as plugging in an API. In this new webinar, Alex Salazar and Nate Barbettini will break down the emerging AI architecture that makes action possible, and how it differs from traditional integration approaches.

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Agile Innovation: How to Embrace Agile Leadership to Innovate at Speed

Viima

In a world dominated by uncertainty, how can we prepare for the unpredictable and keep innovating in what seems like a highly chaotic environment? We simply need to be faster in adapting to change and navigating uncertainty. Studies show that organizations that move faster achieve significantly better results across various metrics, including profitability, operational resilience, organizational health, and growth.

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The literacy and numeracy revolution happening in Malawi

Christensen Institute

With a GDP per capita of approximately $555 and annual national government expenditure per person at $109 , Malawi is one of the poorest countries in the world. This means spending on virtually everything in Malawi is low, including education. Even though Malawi spent almost 23% of total government expenditure on education from 2017-2019, this amounted to just $52 per capita.

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Fighting for Innovation in the Trenches

Innovation Excellence

GUEST POST from Geoffrey A. Moore The first principle of managing innovation is that there are three distinct returns on innovation one can invest to achieve. They are: “Unmatchable” differentiation, which confers enormous bargaining power as customers who want what you have “must” select you and “must” pay a premium for your offer.

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Why Focusing on Industry Expertise Over Cultural Leadership in C-Suite Hiring is a Strategic Mistake

Tullio Siragusa

Why Focusing on Industry Expertise Over Cultural Leadership in C-Suite Hiring is a Strategic Mistake As businesses continue to evolve, the qualities sought in C-suite leaders must evolve too. Traditionally, companies prioritized hiring executives with deep industry expertise. After all, an executive who knows the ins and outs of a specific market or sector brings a wealth of technical knowledge that seems crucial for navigating industry-specific challenges.

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Innovation-led Transformation: Unleashing the Power of Middle Managers

Cris Beswick

Transformational initiatives have become a ubiquitous pursuit across the corporate landscape, with a third of significant organisations continuously undertaking some form of large-scale change program. However, the vast majority ultimately fail to deliver lasting impact despite the fanfare and resources dedicated to these efforts. Instilling an authentic innovation-led culture that permeates every level of an enterprise remains an elusive pursuit for many leaders, underscoring the need for a fun

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The Pitching of the Interconnected Business Ecosystem Framework

Ecosystems4Innovating

Building Interconnected Business Ecosystems I am working to validate and expand on the value proposition of the Interconnected Business Ecosystem Framework and have tried to create, hopefully, a compelling pitch that will bring others on board to advance this initiative. I have published this pitch on both of my primary sites, discussing innovation, business, and ecosystems, as they both provide a combination effect for understanding this framework.

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A Roadmap For Modernization: How To Break Free From Your Monolith Before July 31, 2026

Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Gireesh Sahukar

Retailers know the clock is ticking–legacy SAP Commerce support ends in 2026. Legacy platforms are becoming a liability burdened by complexity, rigidity, and mounting operational costs. But modernization isn’t just about swapping out systems, it’s about preparing for a future shaped by real-time interactions, AI powered buying assistants, and flexible commerce architecture.

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Do You Find Growth By Searching, Seeking, or Stalking?

Innovation Excellence

GUEST POST from Robyn Bolton Growth is the lifeblood of any organization, and the quest for growth opportunities is not just a strategic imperative. It is a fundamental necessity because the ability to identify and capitalize on opportunities is a game-changer for companies wanting to achieve sustainable success and stay ahead of the competition.

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Get yet2’s New eBook: Unlocking Impact from Open Innovation

Yet2

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, the pursuit of innovation is no longer a luxury but a necessity for survival and growth. Yet, many organizations struggle to harness the full potential of Open Innovation (OI) beyond initial scouting efforts. This is where “ Unlocking Impact from Open Innovation ” steps in as a guiding light, offering insights honed from over 25 years of practical experience by yet2 , your leading Open Innovation partners.

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The Unfounded Premium for Being Performatively Atypical

Michael Roberto

All too often, companies pursue me-too strategies. They blindly imitate industry leaders, and they pay far too little attention to how they might differentiate themselves from the competition. In some cases, however, company leaders make a point of trying to stand out. Perhaps a very loud statement. Often, these eccentric and iconoclastic business leaders attract a great deal of attention from journalists and investors alike.

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Cartas de la Directora. 06

ideas4allinnovation

Casi casi me pasa. Eso que os conté que intentaría que no ocurriera y casi casi ocurre: casi me lleva tanto el día a día que dejo de escribiros. Pero ha sido sin querer, y los finales de año son complejos, que os voy a contar. Pero ya estoy aquí. Y si, he hecho propósitos de año nuevo, creo que por primera vez en mi vida, y mantener Cartas de la Directora, está entre ellos :).

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The GTM Intelligence Era: ZoomInfo 2025 Customer Impact Report

ZoomInfo customers aren’t just selling — they’re winning. Revenue teams using our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform grew pipeline by 32%, increased deal sizes by 40%, and booked 55% more meetings. Download this report to see what 11,000+ customers say about our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform and how it impacts their bottom line. The data speaks for itself!

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A Case Study on High Performance Teams

Innovation Excellence

New Zealand’s All Blacks GUEST POST from Stefan Lindegaard The New Zealand All Blacks’ rugby team exemplifies high performance through a blend of deep cultural traditions, continuous improvement, and exceptional teamwork. Renowned for their winning legacy, the All Blacks have harnessed their unique team ethos and operational strategies to maintain dominance in international rugby.

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Caen Normandy University

Exoplatform

The University of Caen Normandy is a public institution with a scientific, cultural, and professional character, located in three departments of the Normandy region. This article %% POSTLINK %% appeared first on %% BLOGLINK %%.

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The PDCA Cycle: Leveraging Dedicated Software for Continuous Improvement

Qmarkets

Efficient process management is key to helping a business grow and stay competitive. That’s where the PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act) cycle comes in—a straightforward yet powerful approach that companies use to continuously improve their operations. This method breaks down complex processes into manageable steps, making it easier for businesses to stay on top of their game.

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Estrategias Efectivas para Fomentar la Colaboración y el Trabajo en Equipo en la Era Digital

ideas4allinnovation

Crear un entorno de trabajo que fomente la colaboración y el trabajo en equipo es esencial para impulsar la innovación y la creatividad dentro de cualquier organización. En la era digital, donde la tecnología avanza a pasos agigantados, las empresas se enfrentan al desafío constante de innovar para mantenerse competitivas. Este artículo explora cómo las organizaciones pueden fomentar un ambiente colaborativo que promueva la innovación y cómo el uso de software de ideas puede ser un catalizador e

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The Benefits of Innovation in Times of Crisis

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.

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Stop Doing What You Did Last Time

Innovation Excellence

GUEST POST from Mike Shipulski If there’s no discomfort, there’s no novelty. When there’s no novelty, it means you did what you did last time. When you do what you did last time, you don’t grow. When you do what you did last time, there’s no learning.

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Thursday Theory Tips—Uncovering unmet needs for innovation inspiration 

Christensen Institute

Sometimes I’m uninspired to write. Sometimes I blame it on writer’s block, other times I blame it on lack of imagination. But more often than not, I’m uninspired to write because there are so many global issues to address that it’s overwhelming to decide which is the right one to address next. If I have that problem (someone who merely writes about global issues), I can’t imagine how innovators who actually tackle these issues must feel.

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The Occitanie region

Exoplatform

Created following the 2014 territorial reform, Occitanie is an administrative region in France that encompasses the former Languedoc-Roussillon and Midi-Pyrénées regions. This article %% POSTLINK %% appeared first on %% BLOGLINK %%.

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Israeli Innovation Forum | 2024

Qmarkets

The essence of the forum is to cultivate a space for mutual learning and networking, and to share case studies and best practices. The meetings will include the participation of leading innovation managers in Israel as well as innovation leaders on the global stage (in the future). The meetings will focus on the practical aspects of managing and fostering innovation within organizations.

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How to Achieve High-Accuracy Results When Using LLMs

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

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Transactions versus Experiences

Innovation Excellence

GUEST POST from Shep Hyken In the past few months, I’ve been to several concerts. I’d say the entertainers were legends in the industry. Two of them were Bob Dylan and Ringo Starr (of the Beatles). Both are talented beyond words. They both have successful careers.

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AI and Innovation Management

eZassi

Amplify Your Innovation Program with AI-Driven Technology Discovery Today’s highly competitive business climate is fueled by the ability to innovate and ride the cutting edge of technology. Companies that fail to embrace emerging technologies risk being eclipsed by more agile, proactive competitors. AI-driven technology discovery revolutionizes the way organizations approach innovation management, creating competitive advantage.

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Rumilly Terre de Savoie

Exoplatform

Rumilly is a municipality with just over 15,000 inhabitants, located in Haute-Savoie, in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. Rumilly Terre de Savoie is the community of municipalities. Close to the lakes of Annecy and Bourget, the area boasts beautiful industrial installations and agriculture that has shaped its geography, giving it a natural, preserved, and authentic character.

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Building a Business Case for Innovation Management – FAQs Copy

Qmarkets

Join us for an interactive Q&A session in which Joyce Oomen-Beeris of innovation consultancy Pimcy and Qmarkets director of innovation solutions Emma Adam Sendra answer some of the trickiest questions related to the wonderful world of innovation management. Topics will include the resources required for implementing and maintaining an idea management platform, common obstacles, key performance indicators to track, best practices, optimal workflow strategies and more!

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Zero Trust Mandate: The Realities, Requirements and Roadmap

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.

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Leading in Different Contexts

Rmukesh Gupta

Most people who talk about leadership (including me) talk about it as if leading is the same across situations and contexts. However, in reality it is not. Leading an organisation or a team in a stable environment is very different from leading the same time in a dynamic, ever changing environment. Leading the same team to drive innovation is very different from the other two.

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Design x Foresight: How McKinsey Shapes the Future of Business

ITONICS

Organizations that incorporate foresight practices achieve 33% higher profitability and 200% greater growth than their peers ( McKinsey, 2021 ). Despite these significant advantages, many companies struggle to fully embrace foresight and futures thinking due to the inherent uncertainty and cultural shift required.

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Schiever

Exoplatform

Schiever is an international retailer and a family group based in Burgundy and headquartered in Avallon. Schiever owns more than 180 food, DIY and clothing stores, such as: This article %% POSTLINK %% appeared first on %% BLOGLINK %%.

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Is Your Mindset About Generative AI Limiting Your Professional Growth?

Harvard Business Review

Generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) has garnered immense publicity over the past few months. Some believe it’s a passing fad or a threat to human creativity. For young professionals, it’s the source of a unique dilemma: Do you “buy into the hype” of AI and use it as a guidepost for your professional development and ambitions? Or do you stick to the beaten path, focusing on building more traditional skills and pursuing more conventional trajectories?

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Maximizing Profit and Productivity: The New Era of AI-Powered Accounting

Speaker: Yohan Lobo and Dennis Street

In the accounting world, staying ahead means embracing the tools that allow you to work smarter, not harder. Outdated processes and disconnected systems can hold your organization back, but the right technologies can help you streamline operations, boost productivity, and improve client delivery. Dive into the strategies and innovations transforming accounting practices.