Paul Hobcraft

MARCH 23, 2019

I think with the recognition that innovation occurs across the whole organization the innovation management (IM) providers have to radically alter their business model or recognize they need to broaden out their target market inside organizations as innovation is occurring in all corners of the organization today.

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Qmarkets

DECEMBER 12, 2024

The goal of an idea generator is straightforward: to encourage fresh perspectives, solve specific problems, or identify new opportunities. By offering a structured approach to ideation, idea generators help bypass creative blocks and ensure that every voice, concept, or possibility is given the chance to shine.

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Qmarkets

DECEMBER 8, 2023

At the beginning of the year, FORVIS launched its new idea management platform, powered by Qmarkets. John Yoo (pictured right) is the Senior Innovation Success Manager of FORVIS’ EDGE team with almost 20 years of experience working in product management, strategy consulting, and chemical engineering.

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Qmarkets

MAY 7, 2025

That shift has created a new kind of pressure: not just to have great ideas, but to make sure your workforce is ready to act on them. Because without strong innovation skills, even the most ambitious strategies stall before they start. Thats where idea management platforms play a critical role.

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Qmarkets

APRIL 3, 2025

Without a focused approach, product innovation becomes a gamble instead of a growth strategy. This guide explains product innovation, how it differs from other forms of innovation, and what it takes to develop a winning strategy. Without strategy, innovation becomes reactiveguided by guesswork rather than insight or intent.

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Qmarkets

MARCH 19, 2025

Companies that simply bolt on new tools without rethinking their strategy often see little impact, while those that take a structured, strategic approach gain real competitive advantages. It will also explore how idea management and technology scouting ensure continuous innovation, helping businesses adapt to new challenges and opportunities.

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eZassi

DECEMBER 5, 2024

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.

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Qmarkets

MARCH 27, 2025

This is not because of the technology, but because theres no clear strategy behind it. A digital transformation strategy gives structure to change. What is Digital Transformation, and What is a Digital Transformation Strategy? What is a Digital Transformation Strategy? Why is a Digital Transformation Strategy Important?

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Qmarkets

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

In fact, research shows that companies hosting regular hackathons see significant gains in employee engagement, faster prototyping, and fresh, actionable ideas. But behind every successful hackathon lies the right platform—one designed to streamline collaboration, track ideas, and manage participants efficiently.

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Qmarkets

APRIL 16, 2025

Understanding what makes these products successful isnt just about inspirationits about strategy. Lets begin with a simple question: what exactly is product innovation, and why should it be at the core of your growth strategy? They were driven by strategy, insight, and cross-functional execution.

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Qmarkets

MARCH 21, 2025

Understanding these distinctions is key to developing strategies that lead to transformative success. This article explores the core concept of breakthrough innovation, how it stands apart from radical and disruptive innovation , real-world examples of industry-changing advancements, and proven strategies companies can use to achieve it.

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Qmarkets

MARCH 13, 2025

Well also explore the key benefits of crowdsourcing and outline strategies for building a successful crowdsourcing program. Finally, well look at how idea management software helps organizations structure and scale their crowdsourcing initiatives for maximum impact. But first, lets cover the basics.

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Qmarkets

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Companies that fail to innovate digitally risk being left behind as competitors leverage new tools, business models, and strategies to drive efficiency. Well also dive into its benefits, the different types of digital innovation, and proven strategies businesses can use to stay ahead. What is Digital Innovation?

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Qmarkets

MAY 9, 2025

It should include distinct phases ideation , building, mentoring, and pitchingwhile leaving time for rest and informal interaction. To spark real innovation, youll need strategies that keep teams engaged, creative, and focused from start to finish. Include key stages like kickoff, ideation, development, check-ins, and pitches.

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Qmarkets

JULY 11, 2024

Many organizations face difficulties in establishing effective innovation programs, often due to misaligned strategies, unclear processes, and inadequate tools. This article explores the critical aspects of excelling in innovation, such as aligning strategy, developing a clear process, and leveraging dedicated innovation management software.

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Qmarkets

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Human-centered innovation is gaining momentum as a key strategy for businesses that want to foster meaningful growth and stay ahead of the competition. Both customer- and employee-centered innovation are essential to a broader human-centered strategy. This iterative process emphasizes user research, ideation, prototyping, and testing.

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Qmarkets

AUGUST 1, 2024

A structured ideation strategy can be the driving force behind a company’s ability to innovate and remain competitive. Rather than leaving the creative process to chance, a well-crafted ideation strategy provides a roadmap for systematically generating, evaluating, and implementing new ideas.

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Qmarkets

JUNE 3, 2021

What is Idea Software: The Definition Idea software, otherwise known as Idea/innovation management software, allows companies to systemically collect ideas relating to specific challenges or goals. Here ideas can then be developed for implementation and managed on the platform.

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eZassi

APRIL 26, 2023

The Triple Bottom Line Approach in Innovation Strategy People | Planet | Profit – their intersection point is Sustainability, and an Idea Management Platform is the best solution to support this critical innovation strategy and the KPIs impacting the triple bottom line.

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Qmarkets

MARCH 13, 2025

This article explores what value innovation is, how it fits within blue ocean strategy, and real-world examples of how companies apply it. Well also break down the steps to implementing value innovation and examine how idea management and technology scouting can accelerate its success. What is Value Innovation?

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Qmarkets

APRIL 22, 2025

Enterprise architecture (EA) is the structural blueprint that connects business strategy with execution. It enables faster decision-making, reduces technical duplication, and ensures that every initiative aligns with the broader business strategy. What Is Enterprise Architecture and Why Does It Matter?

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Qmarkets

JULY 12, 2024

Ideation workshops play a critical role in driving innovation. These structured sessions are designed to generate and develop new ideas, fostering creativity and problem-solving within teams. This article will delve into the various types of ideation workshops, providing insights on how to run them effectively.

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Qmarkets

AUGUST 2, 2024

From the invention of the lightbulb to the creation of the smartphone, some of history’s most significant breakthroughs began as simple ideas. But what is ideation, the process behind these transformative moments? What is Ideation? Ideation is the creative process of generating, developing, and communicating new ideas.

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Qmarkets

JANUARY 31, 2025

Reverse innovation is more than a strategy for entering new marketsits a way to rethink how businesses approach problem-solving. This guide explores what reverse innovation is, how it differs from traditional innovation, real-world examples of its success, and tips for adopting it in the context of your innovation management strategy.

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Planview

MARCH 29, 2018

At Spigit, we’re fortunate to help some of the most innovative companies on the planet drive their innovation efforts and solve business challenges by enabling collaboration and ideation at scale. For years we’ve had a front row seat as ideation has changed how businesses around the globe operate – both internally and externally.

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Qmarkets

AUGUST 12, 2022

When it comes to overseeing an idea management program involving thousands of employees or customers, it is crucial that the process is structured in a way that helps participants to generate the best ideas. Your manager has asked you to come up with a few quick wins and, under pressure, your creative well has suddenly run dry.

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Qmarkets

APRIL 23, 2025

Definition and Business Value R&D innovation refers to the intentional integration of innovation management into research and development activities. Modern R&D innovation strategies prioritize collaboration, agility, and visibility. AI, automation, and advanced data tools allow teams to test, refine, and optimize ideas faster.

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Qmarkets

JULY 18, 2024

This article will delve into the importance of managing technology innovation within the broader scope of business innovation. We’ll explore strategies for effective technology innovation management, including leveraging existing tech, scouting for new technologies, and fostering a tech-driven innovation culture.

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Qmarkets

JULY 22, 2021

Ideation is most successful when it is focused on the challenges that your organization is facing and/or around your business goals and strategy. If your idea challenge is very detailed and asks many specific questions, you will get less ideas, but they will be of higher quality.

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Qmarkets

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Companies that embed sustainability into their innovation strategies are not just reducing risk; they are unlocking new market opportunities, improving efficiency, and strengthening customer loyalty. In addition, industries are adopting low-carbon production methods for their sustainable innovation strategies.

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Qmarkets

JULY 12, 2024

Managing something as amorphous as innovation can be a daunting task, especially for large organizations. In this article, we’ll delve into these challenges and provide actionable strategies on how to manage innovation effectively. These layers of bureaucracy can hinder the rapid implementation of innovative ideas.

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Viima

MARCH 18, 2019

We’ve recently written quite an extensive post about idea management , its definition, processes, strategy and metrics, and scratched the surface of the factors that make idea management successful.

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Qmarkets

MAY 18, 2021

Therefore, in this article, we will explore three of the most important frameworks that you need to consider in order for idea management to become an effective and valuable resource for your company. When ideating, a diverse audience provides you with a wider perspective that can spot potential challenges, issues, and opportunities.

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Qmarkets

DECEMBER 8, 2021

Of course, most recognize that simply happening upon these solutions is not an option, and that innovation needs to be cultivated and managed effectively in order to become sustainable and repeatable. But what is innovation management , exactly? What is innovation management?

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Qmarkets

APRIL 10, 2025

Well cover the key stages, common roadblocks, and how certain key approacheslike idea management and technology scouting can help streamline the entire process. The product development cycle (or product development lifecycle) is a structured, repeatable process that transforms an idea into a market-ready product.

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Qmarkets

JULY 12, 2024

Managing something as amorphous as innovation can be a daunting task, especially for large organizations. In this article, we’ll delve into these challenges and provide actionable strategies on how to manage innovation effectively. These layers of bureaucracy can hinder the rapid implementation of innovative ideas.

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Qmarkets

JANUARY 13, 2022

In this article we will explain what considerations we make when helping companies to structure their exploration activities and explain how an innovation management platform can help with that. Defining a Clear Innovation Strategy We would like to illustrate this point by using the famous quote from Alice in Wonderland.

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