Paul Hobcraft

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Exploring the interplay between Humans, Technology and AI for design thinking Why is design thinking regarded as so crucial to the future of innovation in a world of accelerating interplays between humans, technology and generative AI? Moving to the edge : Organizations are becoming more agile by adopting an “edge” approach.

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Design Thinking Technical Review Design Technology 147

Leapfrogging

APRIL 15, 2024

Importance of Team Collaboration in Today’s Workplace In the contemporary workplace, characterized by rapid technological advancements and a shift towards more agile and remote working conditions, fostering team collaboration has become indispensable. Below are pivotal strategies for nurturing team collaboration.

Collaboration 113

Collaboration Strategy Strategy Guidelines 113

Leapfrogging

MARCH 15, 2024

Introduction to Strategic Thinking in Business The Importance of Strategy in a Disruptive World In today’s business environment, disruption is the new norm. With technology advancing at breakneck speeds and market dynamics shifting unpredictably, it’s crucial for you as a business leader to embrace strategic thinking.

Underperforming Technical Team 100

Underperforming Technical Team Strategy Strategy Technical Review 100

Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

CVC units often focus on securing a competitive advantage by investing in startups with innovative technologies or business models that align with the corporation’s strategic goals. By engaging with and investing in startups, companies can gain insights into emerging technologies, trends, and business practices.

Technical Review 100

Technical Review Engagement Marketing Competition 100

Leapfrogging

APRIL 4, 2024

Increased Morale and Engagement : Offsites can also serve as a team-building exercise, boosting morale and increasing engagement among team members. For a deeper dive into how you can lead your team to strategic success, explore leading executive team offsites for business strategy.

Strategy 100

Strategy Strategy Underperforming Technical Team Exercises 100

Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

A speaker’s ability to captivate, engage, and inspire the audience sets the tone and leaves a lasting impression. On the other hand, an ill-suited speaker may lead to disinterest, a lack of engagement, and a negative perception of the event’s value.

Technical Review 100

Technical Review Innovation Engagement Conference 100

Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

The impact of an effective keynote address can resonate long after the event, influencing corporate strategies and individual initiatives alike. A focus on innovation helps companies to adapt to rapidly changing markets, embrace new technologies, and stay ahead of the competition.

Technical Review 100

Technical Review Trends Innovation Engagement 100

Leapfrogging

APRIL 17, 2024

They play a pivotal role in providing insights and strategies that can transform the dynamics of team interaction and cooperation. For more in-depth strategies that keynote speakers may utilize to boost team-building, see our article on keynote speaker strategies for team-building.

Collaboration 100

Collaboration Technical Review Team Building Culture 100

Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in this process has opened up new avenues for innovation and efficiency, leading to the development of AI-driven design thinking strategies. As a result, AI-driven design thinking strategies are emerging as a critical factor in developing innovative solutions that resonate deeply with users.

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Design Thinking Artificial Inteligence Design Strategy 113

Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

These young companies thrive on adaptability, a drive for growth, and often, a technology-based solution that disrupts existing markets or creates new ones. Engaging with the startup ecosystem enables corporates to tap into novel ideas and technologies, staying ahead of industry curves and often leapfrogging conventional R&D limitations.

Technical Review 113

Technical Review Agile Collaboration Engagement 113

Business and Tech

MARCH 21, 2023

Director of Communications, Integrated Benefits Institute The Integrated Benefits Institute’s recent analysis estimates that the cost associated with the loss of work hours due to COVID-19 is $213.1 Jennifer Santisi, M.S. billion, and the number of lost hours attributed to the pandemic totaled 6.6

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Culture Design Company Technical Review 246

Leapfrogging

APRIL 15, 2024

Responding to Modern Work Trends The modern workplace is characterized by rapid technological advancements, distributed teams, and a shift towards more agile and dynamic work structures. AI Integration Leverage technology for streamlined collaboration and data analysis. Agile Teams Adopt iterative processes and frequent communication.

Collaboration 113

Collaboration Technical Review Agile Trends 113

Paul Hobcraft

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

The work undertaken is often seen as a drain, not repeatable, and poor on the efficient definition of understanding we have in place today as the work undertaken, not yielding the returns if the concept is more radical due to time horizons or business model constraints. Today we live in a more connected world, technology has enabled this.

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Technical Review Innovation Software Review Engagement 208

Leapfrogging

APRIL 19, 2024

As you lead your distributed teams, understanding the nuances of virtual collaboration is crucial for driving innovation, productivity, and engagement. Some of the common obstacles faced in managing virtual teams include: Communication barriers due to lack of face-to-face interaction.

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Project Management Software Review Technical Review 100

Leapfrogging

APRIL 19, 2024

Identifying Key Factors Affecting Productivity Several key factors can influence virtual team productivity, from the technology your team uses to the culture you cultivate. By adopting these strategies and continuously refining your approach to virtual team management, you can enhance team performance and achieve better results.

Software Review 100

Software Review Technical Review Collaboration Tools 100

Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Leaders who exhibit high levels of emotional intelligence are more likely to engage their employees, foster a collaborative culture, and navigate the intricacies of organizational dynamics successfully. Below are strategies for fostering emotional intelligence in leaders.

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TechEmpower Innovation

MARCH 4, 2024

Focusing on generative AI applications in a select few corporate functions can contribute to a significant portion of the technology's overall impact. At TechEmpower , we’ve used LLMs as part of marketing strategies where you can find and classify companies, personalize outreach campaigns and have personalized drip campaigns.

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Generative AI Fractional CTO Software Review Software Engineering 177

Leapfrogging

APRIL 15, 2024

Importance of Team Collaboration in Today’s Business Landscape The business world today is characterized by constant technological disruptions, the rise of virtual workplaces, and the globalization of talent. For guidance on how to nurture a team that values diversity, explore our insights on team collaboration strategies.

Underperforming Technical Team 113

Underperforming Technical Team Collaboration Creativity Software Review 113

Paul Hobcraft

JANUARY 29, 2024

Here are some reasons why the transition to ecosystem-centric strategies may face resistance in businesses today: Traditional Mindset : Challenge: Many organizations operate with traditional, siloed mindsets that focus on internal functions rather than considering broader ecosystems.

Technical Review 130

Technical Review Collaboration Culture Data 130

IdeaScale

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

On the IdeaScale podcast , WK chief strategy officer Atul Dubey discusses how the company built its Global Innovation Awards as part of its innovation strategy. Due to that broad range of industries and products, “competition doesn’t necessarily come from a nontraditional peer set. A Need For Innovation.

Software Review 130

Software Review Technical Review Innovation Software 130

Tullio Siragusa

JULY 6, 2020

Employee Engagement Is About Building Trust. With the advent of modern communication technology, there has been a significant transformation on people’s expectation for transparency, access to information, and knowledge. Communication, with the intention to build trust, is the main KEY to employee engagement.”.

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Engagement Technical Review Project Training 80

Yet2

JULY 20, 2021

In times of economic uncertainty, yet2 continually sees large companies turn to technology scouting to help diversify supply chains in order to protect product supply, market share, and profit margins. The post When Technology Scouting Comes Up Empty appeared first on yet2. yet2 Process. Pivoting with Confidence.

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Technical Review Technology Disruption Exercises 52

Ecosystems4Innovating

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Design Thinking is seen as the essential element that will combine with technology and AI in the future yet it is still the need for the human touch will still be essential. User Engagement and Feedback : Building relationships with users and collecting meaningful feedback is human-centric.

Design Thinking 97

Design Thinking Technical Review Design Technology 97

Leapfrogging

APRIL 3, 2024

Employees are more engaged, motivated, and committed to the organization’s success when they feel aligned with its cultural values. Adaptability: Demonstrating flexibility to adjust strategies as needed in response to feedback and changing conditions.

Underperforming Technical Team 100

Underperforming Technical Team Leadership Culture Change 100

Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

CVC can be an integral part of a corporation’s broader innovation strategy, providing both the capital necessary for startups to scale and the strategic support to navigate the complexities of their respective industries. For a more comprehensive understanding, readers can explore our detailed overview of corporate venture capital.

Collaboration 147

Collaboration Innovation Agile Technical Review 147

Paul Hobcraft

APRIL 24, 2023

That group should possess a deep understanding of the existing organization’s strategy, business models, operations and culture and a wider appreciation of the innovation landscape, the “fields of opportunity” and the emerging practices of innovation management. What should be in a “typical” innovation mandate?

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Innovation Programs Technical Review Innovation Policies 189

PlanBox Innovation

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Let’s dive into the pivotal advantages of integrating avatars into your innovation strategy, supplemented by three fun examples illustrating how avatars can be leveraged: Flattening The Hierarchical Landscape Avatars push ranks to the sidelines, spotlighting ideas instead. I help organizations build a sustainable culture of innovation.

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Strategy Strategy Change Guidelines 93

Paul Hobcraft

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

As he points out, “Today, Generative AI stands as a testament to the power of human imagination and technological innovation. It has grown from humble beginnings into a sophisticated technology capable of producing remarkable output.” Arthur D Little offer a well-stated position of innovation today in this detailed review.

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ChatGPT Technical Review Generative AI Innovation 182

Acuvate

JULY 7, 2023

A technology that continues to revolutionize this domain is Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI). As with any AI technology, ethical considerations are paramount. This allows them to understand customer demographics, purchasing patterns, and engagement levels.

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Generative AI Engagement Marketing Artificial Inteligence 52

Acuvate

JULY 7, 2023

A technology that continues to revolutionize this domain is Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI). As with any AI technology, ethical considerations are paramount. This allows them to understand customer demographics, purchasing patterns, and engagement levels.

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Generative AI Engagement Marketing Artificial Inteligence 52

Innovators Alliance

DECEMBER 14, 2021

Emerging technologies are something that innovative organizations should continue to pay close attention to. This past quarter, Innovators Alliance has placed focus on AI and educating members about the potential that exists as it relates to this emerging technology. Lastly, AI can impact the long-term strategy of a business.

Technical Review 97

Technical Review Technology Artificial Inteligence Trends 97

PlanBox Innovation

AUGUST 31, 2023

The increased interdependence has birthed countless collaboration opportunities, leading innovators to strategically weave a network of partnerships throughout their supply chain to continuously drive better, more sustainable results, especially when it comes to evaluating emerging technologies and engaging with startups.

Technical Review 103

Technical Review Collaboration Guidelines Innovation 103

Leapfrogging

APRIL 3, 2024

The Power of Organizational Culture Organizational culture is the bedrock upon which companies build their strategies and operational approaches. It shapes the work environment, influences decision-making, and ultimately drives employee engagement and satisfaction. This can be done through surveys, interviews, and focus groups.

Agile 130

Agile Culture Underperforming Technical Team Leadership 130

Paul Hobcraft

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Gains Gains for Building a Business Case for Change : Mergers and Acquisitions : Apply your business case skills to identify potential targets, conduct due diligence, and present compelling reasons for mergers or acquisitions to complement internal innovation developments. Build out the collaboration advantage.

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Change Underperforming Technical Team Technical Review Agile 173

Yet2

OCTOBER 2, 2018

There are a few general reasons why a company might be searching for new technologies, products, or ideas and not want to reveal who they are (and we’ll go into them below). Hence the need to engage a partner like yet2 to conduct an anonymous technology search or due diligence inquiry. See who they know there.

Technical Review 53

Technical Review Technology Disruption Industry 53

eZassi

OCTOBER 1, 2017

Announcing Technology Scouting Excellence Speakers. Today we are excited to announce the speaker lineup for the Technology Scouting 2017 conference. Brian Bronk , Head of External Innovation, Rare Diseases, Strategy and Business Development. Alp Akonur , Director Technology Strategy R&D Due Diligence.

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Technical Review Technology Conference Open Innovation 40