Leapfrogging

APRIL 3, 2024

It encompasses the values, beliefs, and behaviors that determine how a company’s employees and management interact and handle outside business transactions. The Impact of Culture on Business Agility and Resilience Organizational culture is a powerful lever for enhancing business agility and resilience.

Agile 130

Agile Culture Underperforming Technical Team Leadership 130

Paul Hobcraft

JUNE 19, 2017

We are caught in a real tug of war within much of what we do in business today; in our responses and reactions to many of the dramatic business conditions we are facing, many deteriorating or being challenged by greater global competition. We need a new management model, one where we are pushing to seek increasing new knowledge.

Management 164

Management Learning Collaboration Agile 164

Viima

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Research reveals that 90% of executives recognize the critical importance of agility for their company's future success, with 96% emphasizing the need to increase agility in the future. What’s more, agile companies grow revenue 37% faster and generate 30% higher profits than their non-agile counterparts.

Agile 72

Agile Innovation Management Management Innovation 72

Paul Hobcraft

JUNE 16, 2023

I proposed a new Framework for managing innovation this week, called the Composable Innovation Enterprise Framework. This is approaching innovation and its management in more of a holistic, technology-enabled way based on the use of a cloud-enabled Platform and Ecosystem thinking and design. I highlight the key value points.

Agile 183

Agile Collaboration Innovation Competition 183

IdeaScale

JUNE 5, 2018

Clearly the healthcare industry has long been a competitive vertical (on numerous fronts: from patient services to technology and edge disciplines), and its complexity makes it harder to disrupt than others, but there is no denying that the challenges have accelerated. Be more agile. Attract talent in the next 5 years, don’t lose it.

Idea Management 133

Idea Management Management Disruption Competition 133

Idea to Value

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

This new management method makes it nearly impossible for innovation teams to fail at delivering multiple challenging innovation projects faster, with less risk and lower required budgets. Most innovation experts often say that traditional management processes are not the way to run innovation projects. And this is true.

Project 250

Project LEAN Management Innovation 250

Paul Hobcraft

MARCH 5, 2020

I was pondering some thoughts around the quest for growth, the demands for change, and the need to become nimble, agile, and more dynamic in what we do. Change that simply meets a budget requirement, a belief it gives us a competitive advantage, in this constant update chase we are all caught up in. There should be NO change managers.

Change 265

Change Agile Innovation System 265

Idea to Value

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

Working in social care or community management is a good source of these skills. Nursing, in particular, will see you guiding patients through emotionally charged circumstances but also having to manage your own thoughts and feelings at times of stress. Adaptability and Agility. Most jobs involve some form of problem-solving.

Creativity 221

Creativity Agile Creative Thinking Tips 221

Paul Hobcraft

OCTOBER 3, 2016

It calls for bold management to instigate such a transformation. Today you can argue differently, why what you see as needed is not the best managed alone, it needs a collaborative effort, as the final arbitrator is the consumer and they have increasingly demanding needs. The Status Quo is history.

Collaboration 273

Collaboration Technical Review Disruption Innovation 273

Jeffrey Phillips

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

But what struck me about their work is that they also focus on culture and change management. As more and more emphasis is placed on analytics, management through data, artificial intelligence and other quantitative factors, it's probably time to reinforce the qualitative side of management. Change is difficult.

Change 129

Change Strategy Strategy Artificial Inteligence 129

Paul Hobcraft

MAY 9, 2023

To look forward, I would argue we always need to look back and account for the progress made in managing innovation over the years. Agile Development : This approach involves having a flexible and iterative development process, where cross-functional teams work together to deliver software or products in short iterations.

Artificial Inteligence 183

Artificial Inteligence Technical Review Agile Innovation 183

Leapfrogging

APRIL 3, 2024

A culture primed for agility and resilience is better equipped to respond to market shifts and challenges, positioning your organization for sustained success. An agile and resilient culture isn’t just about surviving; it’s about thriving in uncertainty and change.

Culture 100

Culture Change Management Agile 100

Paul Hobcraft

OCTOBER 3, 2016

It calls for bold management to instigate such a transformation. Today you can argue differently, why what you see as needed is not the best managed alone, it needs a collaborative effort, as the final arbitrator is the consumer and they have increasingly demanding needs. The Status Quo is history.

Collaboration 273

Collaboration Disruption Innovation Technical Review 273

Jeffrey Phillips

FEBRUARY 13, 2019

And what happens when corporations with business models and structures and governing capabilities built for slower change and market dominance meet the agile, nimble competitors and shifting customer expectations at this unexpected crossroads? Innovation has been a watchword for corporations for about 20 years.

Innovation 202

Innovation Comparison Meeting Data 202

Faisal Hoque

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

Agility has become the new organization currency in the age of AI. Agility, by definition, is an organization’s response to change and challenges driven by macro- and microeconomic conditions. They also have the management and technology mechanisms needed to act on that knowledge rapidly.

Agile 52

Agile Competition Trends Marketing 52

Kainexus

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Lean management is a systematic approach to eliminating waste and optimizing processes to maximize efficiency, improve quality, and enhance customer value. Optimizing processes is crucial for organizations because it directly impacts their competitiveness, profitability, and overall success.

LEAN 88

LEAN Management How To Agile 88

Paul Hobcraft

AUGUST 1, 2018

Managing this growing form of complexity is challenging old theories, boundaries, organizations and how they exist going forward so much of the work involved is exploring the possible not ‘blindly’ taking other examples. Regretfully we are not yet fully equipped to manage these new innovation ecosystems. No easy task.

Collaboration 241

Collaboration Design Innovation Technical Review 241

Paul Hobcraft

DECEMBER 28, 2016

The net effect, is it does prompt a greater desire, clarity of purpose, identification, and fit required at the senior management level and in general for innovation management construction. This approach lays out a process to manage the development of the capabilities and competencies needed. Gaining Alignment.

Innovation 208

Innovation Design Collaboration Agile 208

Harvard Business Review

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

This shift presents a unique opportunity for SMEs, whose inherent agility gives them an edge in adopting and innovating with AI. It’s not far-fetched to foresee a future marketplace where the depth of corporate resources is not the unequivocal determinant of success.

Generative AI 141

Generative AI Company Agile Video 141

Paul Hobcraft

AUGUST 3, 2020

Here does lie a true competitive component and so many organizations seek to apply someone else’s practice so they can end up as “same” practice. No one can maintain the past, much of our systems are rooted in the 20 th century, in markets that were predictable and where supply and demand were simply managed to seek out the status quo.

Learning 163

Learning System Agile Competition 163

Paul Hobcraft

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Organizations today are no different from the past; they seek fresh growth and establish new competitive positions. We are shifting critical capabilities that are growing the agility to trial, pilot and learn quickly as information flows in. The organization needs to be liberated from the straight jacket they so often have “worn.”

Design 209

Design Artificial Inteligence Innovation Collaboration 209

Jeffrey Phillips

MAY 9, 2018

Reading the article closely If you read the linked article closely you'll see that Coke, traditionally a bastion of marketing and financial management, is now looking for people with different skill sets. Panayioutou says that Coke needs people who can spot trends, help Coke analyze what customers want and create more agility and speed.

Agile 125

Agile Innovation Disruption Competition 125

Paul Hobcraft

JULY 11, 2019

We need to manage reskilling and upskilling to mitigate against both job losses and talent shortages but prepared the future workforce to be more nimble, agile and fluid. We all need to recognize and begin to adapt to this transition that we will all need to become readier to accept being self-managed. That’s a good thing.

Artificial Inteligence 263

Artificial Inteligence Innovation Engagement Agile 263

Paul Hobcraft

MAY 15, 2024

This layer emphasizes strategic cooperation, interconnected solutions and cooperative strategies between businesses to achieve sustainable growth and competitive advantage. Leveraging interconnected capabilities and shared access leads to cost optimization, improved asset utilization, and a more sustainable approach to resource management.

Agile 130

Agile Roadmap Collaboration Competition 130

Paul Hobcraft

DECEMBER 17, 2022

The ability to rethink global competitiveness and if it was really needed for our business. the art of building Agility into your innovative thinking and approaches. Why did I call my advisory service Agility Innovation , it conveys the need to be agile, to be responsive, to be different and seek new ways of undertaking something.

Agile 183

Agile Design Resources Change 183

Paul Hobcraft

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Within the value proposition, we actively shape these journeys, building adaptability, agility and innovation for long-term success in the changing business environment we all face today. A landscape and the navigation skills that provide the adaptability and agility needed for successful innovation in the current business landscape.

Change 174

Change Underperforming Technical Team Technical Review Agile 174

Paul Hobcraft

NOVEMBER 18, 2018

The belief that lean management principles will get the innovation out of the door quicker, has been one of those management adoptions that often trick us into believing we are achieving more than we actually are. Competition is changing, markets are blurring and customers are becoming far more vocal. I’m not sure it does.

Innovation Processes 206

Innovation Processes LEAN Innovation Agile 206

Leapfrogging

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Importance of Innovation in Today’s Business Landscape Innovation is not just a buzzword; it’s the fuel that drives businesses forward in a competitive and ever-changing marketplace. This section unpacks the significance of innovation and provides an overview of various strategies to streamline the NPD process.

Product Development 100

Product Development Strategy Strategy Artificial Inteligence 100

Leapfrogging

MARCH 19, 2024

The Intersection of AI and Innovation Management My journey into the realm of innovation management began as I witnessed many clients wrestling with the increasing complexity of developing new products and services. The Rise of AI in Innovation Management What is Artificial Intelligence?

Artificial Inteligence 100

Artificial Inteligence Innovation Management Management Technical Review 100

Qmarkets

JULY 12, 2024

Agile innovation is transforming how companies develop new products and services, fostering a culture of flexibility, speed, and customer-centricity. As the business world becomes increasingly competitive, understanding and implementing agile innovation can be the key to staying ahead. What is Agile Innovation?

Agile 52

Agile Software Review Roadmap Technical Review 52

Paul Hobcraft

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Agile Adoption of External Innovations: Description: Adopt an agile approach to assimilating external innovations. Enhance Competitiveness: Rationale: Staying ahead in the competitive landscape requires constant innovation. Solicit feedback, preferences, and insights to enhance product and service development.

Open Innovation 148

Open Innovation Collaboration Innovation Design 148

Daniel Burrus

DECEMBER 7, 2022

Why does this happen, and how can you as a leader resist the urge to benchmark against the competition? I have five tips that can put a stop to counterproductive professional benchmarking, but first, understand this: The competition isn’t really competition, as we are all on the same team in one way or another.

Competition 80

Competition Trends Disruption Tips 80

Leapfrogging

APRIL 3, 2024

You need to understand that the stakes are high, as the right culture can drive innovation, enhance business growth, and ensure your organization remains competitive in a rapidly changing market. To understand how change management can be a powerful tool in this process, explore use change management to transform organizational culture.

Culture 130

Culture Change How To Agile 130

Innovation Excellence

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

GUEST POST from Janet Sernack Transformation and change initiatives are usually designed as strategic interventions, intending to advance an organization’s growth, deliver increased shareholder value, build competitive advantage, or improve speed and agility to respond to fast-changing industries.

Agile 118

Agile Competition Change Technology 118

Paul Hobcraft

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Innovation “fights” to attract resources, gain management attention or understand its difficulties in the time it takes, its potential risks and its need for a more ambitious and bold commitment of support. Often innovation activity frustrates senior management. The difference is the straight jacket they often “wore.”

Technical Review 209

Technical Review Innovation Software Review Design 209

Leapfrogging

DECEMBER 10, 2024

It is the driving force behind the competitive edge that allows companies to stand out and meet the ever-changing demands of their customers. Managing limited resources while attempting to innovate and stay ahead of competitors. Coping with the rapid pace of technological change and its impact on product relevance.

LEAN 100

LEAN Underperforming Technical Team Product Development Artificial Inteligence 100