Innovation Excellence

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Many of the executives I interview and the articles I refer to are all about how AI is revolutionizing, changing, helping and sometimes hurting CX. GUEST POST from Shep Hyken Ive been writing a lot about artificial intelligence (AI) and the digital customer experience (CX). So weve heard from experts. How about if we heard […]

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APRIL 15, 2025

Originally coined in the startup world, the term refers to strategies that prioritize agile experimentation, data-driven decisions, and cross-functional collaboration especially between marketing, product, and engineering teams.

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Paul Hobcraft

JULY 27, 2021

Still, these suggested observations serve as useful generalizations and as a broad reference to refer to, that might help resolve ‘cultural differences. Clearly, not each person can be ‘assigned’ a specific label. We need to recognise differences and balance them.

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MARCH 21, 2025

It acts as a unifying reference point that ensures all stakeholders are aligned in addressing the right problem effectively. By using this structured approach, businesses can ensure that their innovation and problem-solving efforts are aligned with genuine customer needs, improving adoption and long-term success.

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APRIL 28, 2025

For more detailed guidance on setting your objectives, refer to our business model innovation framework. For detailed steps, refer to our guide on business model innovation methodologies. Building a Cross-Functional Team Building a diverse, cross-functional team is essential for the success of your business model innovation process.

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APRIL 15, 2025

Typically developed in the early planning stages, the Project Charter serves as a communication tool, reference document, and decision-making guide for all project participants. It acts as the official authorization for a project to begin and provides a shared understanding of its goals, boundaries, and responsibilities.

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APRIL 28, 2025

Refer to our detailed guides on business model innovation consulting and implementing business model innovation for step-by-step instructions on putting these best practices into action. This ensures they can effectively contribute to the innovation process. Monitor and Adapt Continuously monitor market trends and customer needs.

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Idea to Value

AUGUST 24, 2021

The results clearly showed that when participants experienced something they were not expecting (referred to as a schema violation), they scored higher on creativity tasks afterwards. In one of her experiments she used a Virtual Reality helmet where participants would see objects in a room, but the laws of physics didn’t work as expected.

Creativity 302

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Paul Hobcraft

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

So let me get back to what this post is about, providing critical reference points on technologies we need to improve and innovate. One really rich reference site is the Internation Energy Agency , the IEA who provide some incredible, in-depth knowledge for “Shaping a secure and sustainable energy future for all.”

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APRIL 1, 2025

For more on identifying trends, refer to our article on data-driven oe strategies. For more on how AI can be integrated into organizational processes while maintaining data security, refer to our article on ai-powered organizational assessment. Analyze Trends Over Time : AI can help in identifying trends and patterns over time.

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FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Refer to artificial intelligence (ai) consultant certification options for more information. Consider the following techniques: Know Your Worth : Refer back to your research on industry standards and your unique qualifications. Highlight your skills, experience, and any unique contributions you can bring to the organization.

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Destination Innovation

JULY 5, 2021

Because they are outside the normal frame of reference they can challenge the status quo and see new possibilities. They have experienced a different country and a different culture. They have not grown up with the assumptions and beliefs which are ingrained in most of the population.

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MARCH 19, 2025

Develop the Right Skills for Competitive Strength Skills refer to the capabilities and competencies of employees. Strengthen Workforce Engagement and Staff Development Staff refers to how employees are recruited, trained, and managed. Organizations must assess: Do our employees have the necessary expertise to execute our strategy?

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IdeaScale

JULY 15, 2020

Innovation managers may be referred to by various titles. The role of an innovation manager is diverse. It cannot be described in one single job description. Instead, it is defined by the skills needed to embrace disruption and invoke change. The post 5 Key Skillsets of an Innovation Manager appeared first on IdeaScale.

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FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Identify Strengths Strengths refer to the internal advantages that give the organization a competitive edge. Identify Opportunities Opportunities refer to external factors that the organization can capitalize on to drive growth and innovation. These can include: Core competencies Unique capabilities that differentiate the business.

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Paul Hobcraft

MAY 10, 2020

My research ‘intensity’ (If I can call it that) had to become well structured, and I turned to some of my favorite, perhaps old fashion tools to capture my learning and give me my points of reference. Included in this structured approach is different tools to capture and translate my progress.

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MARCH 3, 2025

For detailed examples of AI’s impact on decision-making, refer to our piece on ai-powered decision making. Selecting the Right AI Tools and Technologies Choosing the right AI tools is critical for seamless integration into your consulting services.

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Idea to Value

MARCH 18, 2022

Ikigai translates roughly from Japanese as a reason for being , and refers to finding something which provides all of the bases for doing something which gives you everything you need. It means finding a central role which satisfies all of the following four criteria: What the world needs.

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Idea to Value

DECEMBER 14, 2021

Shoshin refers to the idea of letting go of your preconceptions and having an attitude of openness when studying a subject. There is a concept in Zen Buddhism known as shoshin, which means “beginner’s mind.”. When you are a true beginner, your mind is empty and open.

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MARCH 21, 2025

Innovation Lifecycle Management (ILM) refers to the systematic process of managing the journey of an idea from inception to market release. For an in-depth look, refer to our piece on ai in product roadmapping. It encompasses a series of stages, including ideation, concept development, prototyping, testing, and commercialization.

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APRIL 28, 2025

If you need a structured approach, refer to our business model innovation framework. To put it simply, business model innovation requires you to take a fresh look at your value proposition, revenue streams, and customer segments. Flexibility, creativity, and a willingness to challenge existing assumptions are key components of this process.

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APRIL 7, 2025

For more insights, refer to our article on ai powered culture transformation. For more insights, refer to our article on ai powered culture transformation. These can include data privacy concerns, the need for significant investment in technology, and potential job displacement.

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MARCH 3, 2025

For upcoming trends and advancements in AI, refer to our section on future trends in AI for business consulting. For additional strategies and tips on AI integration, please refer to our article on AI in business transformation. Join the Consultant's Master Class!

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Paul Hobcraft

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

There is no one “magic” reference point, simply one book to refer to, or certainly one visual that solves our needs. You actually blend your own creation and learn from others, and that combination effect curates for greater knowledge and application. No magic bullets in innovation work.

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Idea to Value

MAY 10, 2022

The spotlight effect is a cognitive bias refers to the fact that people significantly overestimate how much attention other people are paying to them. We are all at the center of our own worlds, and so we notice everything happening to us, especially what we ourselves do.

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Idea to Value

JANUARY 1, 2021

The phrase Hindsight is 20/20 usually refers to the fact that it is usually easier to analyse and evaluate events after they have already happened, rather than when you’re in the middle of them.

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MARCH 26, 2025

Rather than relying solely on internal perspectives, benchmarking introduces external references that highlight what is possible, what is typical, and what is exceptional. One of the most valuable contributions of benchmarking is its ability to remove guesswork from innovation planning.

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Idea to Value

MARCH 24, 2022

Lack of references and sources. And what I have to admit is a bit painful… Compared to the quality of the articles I have produced in the last few years, some of my first articles were bad. Like, really bad. Rambling text without a main point. A lack of consistent style or points between weeks. A lack of consistency in publishing.

Creativity 265

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Idea to Value

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

Pace of innovation refers to changes that you’ve actually implemented and brought to market, not just things that you’ve developed.”. But before we do, it is crucial to understand that pace of innovation refers to changes that you’ve actually implemented and brought to market , not things that you’ve developed.

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Idea to Value

MARCH 29, 2021

The average life of a standard reference lightbulb produced in dozens of Phoebus members’ factories dropped by a third between 1926 and fiscal year 1933–34, from 1,800 hours to just 1,205 hours. According to the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers : Over the course of nearly a decade, the cartel succeeded in this quest.

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Idea to Value

APRIL 26, 2021

Although these computers were so new at the time that Guilford refers to them as remarkable new thinking machines. So if you want to be taken back in time to where it all started, get a nice warm cup of tea, put on your headphones, and watch the video of me reading it ( above ), or listen to the podcast here.

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MARCH 27, 2025

For additional insights on integrating AI in various phases, refer to our articles on ai in communication planning and ai-powered stakeholder analysis. For more on how AI can drive continuous improvement, see ai for continuous improvement.

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MARCH 14, 2025

For more details on how AI provides actionable insights, refer to our article on ai-driven leadership insights. For more on this, refer to ai-driven leadership insights. AI systems can analyze vast amounts of data from various sources to extract meaningful insights that inform leadership development strategies.

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Business and Tech

DECEMBER 14, 2021

Environment” refers to a lot of things when it comes to agriculture — and hydroponics (plants that grow without soil) in particular — including, but not limited to, light, temperature, and humidity.

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MARCH 27, 2025

For more details, refer to our section on ensuring data privacy and security. For more information on integrating AI tools while maintaining data privacy, refer to our article on ai in change management. Data Privacy and Security : Ensuring the privacy and security of employee data is paramount.

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Business and Tech

DECEMBER 8, 2021

“And that’s just because the metropolitan areas like New York host large corporations and tech companies that have produced unicorns and decacorns, and they’ve quickly scaled,” says Kelley, referring to companies whose valuations reach tens of billions of dollars. Virtual technology.

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