Daniel Burrus

DECEMBER 7, 2022

Third-party perspective and comparing one’s self to others is how we as human beings maintain a frame of reference regarding a goal we are working toward. Why does this happen, and how can you as a leader resist the urge to benchmark against the competition? Good Artists Copy…”.

Competition 80

Competition Trends Disruption Tips 80

Daniel Burrus

MAY 11, 2017

Agility is one such strategy—the often vaunted capacity to react to change as quickly as possible to address problems and changing market conditions. Does that make agility an extinct dinosaur? Why Agility Is No Longer Enough. Agility needs to be balanced with a new key strategy—becoming #Anticipatory. Not at all!

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Agile Strategy Strategy Disruption 68

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. Agility, adaptability & innovation. Agile product development. We live in what is commonly referred to as a digital age. Moving from “Best Practice” to “Next Practice”.

Learning 163

Learning System Agile Competition 163

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. For more insights on the importance of organizational culture, refer to what is organizational culture and why is it key for business performance.

Culture 130

Culture Change How To Agile 130

Paul Hobcraft

DECEMBER 28, 2016

It can be found at [link] and explores the necessary business architecture, provides a detailed innovation reference framework and examines the different innovation types through a unique lens. These need to be recognized as constantly fluid, adaptive and agile. The Business Focus Orientation. Seeking out the motivators.

Innovation 208

Innovation Design Collaboration Agile 208

Paul Hobcraft

MAY 26, 2024

The framework looks to 1) tap into collective intelligence, 2) accelerate innovation by cross-pollination, 3) enhance resilience and agility, 4) deliver superior customer experience, and 5) optimize resource utilization across the parties sharing in this interconnected ecosystem. Any governance should be a living, breathing, evolving thing.

Design 183

Design Collaboration Roadmap System 183

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?

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Agile Software Review Roadmap Technical Review 52

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. By leveraging best practices, such as agile product development and new product development strategies , you can mitigate risks and set the stage for successful product launches and service rollouts.

LEAN 100

LEAN Underperforming Technical Team Product Development Artificial Inteligence 100

Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Corporations can leverage this innovation to drive growth, remain competitive, and enter new markets. By integrating the agility and fresh perspectives of startups, established companies can adapt more quickly to industry changes and consumer demands.

Innovation 147

Innovation Collaboration Agile Technical Review 147

Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Introduction to the Startup Ecosystem Defining the Startup Ecosystem The term ‘startup ecosystem’ refers to the dynamic network of interconnected entities—individuals, organizations, and resources—that collectively contribute to the creation and growth of startups.

Technical Review 113

Technical Review Agile Engagement Collaboration 113

Idea to Value

MARCH 7, 2022

Innovation must be rooted in improving competitive advantage, customer needs, employee expectations and now, sustainability. They mistakenly think the term innovation refers to only big, multi-year, heavy investment, ‘revolutionary’ changes. What mistake do companies often make when they talk about innovation?

Innovation 254

Innovation Technical Review Creativity Leadership 254

Leapfrogging

DECEMBER 10, 2024

The Power of Disruptive Innovation Understanding Disruptive Innovation Disruptive innovation, a term you might have encountered frequently in today’s business lexicon, refers to a process where a product or service starts at the bottom of a market and then relentlessly moves upmarket, eventually displacing established competitors.

Disruption 100

Disruption Examples Product Development LEAN 100

Paul Hobcraft

SEPTEMBER 20, 2016

Industry borders are blurring, there are increasingly smaller, agile and highly disruptive companies working to change the existing into the new preferred. It can give you a real competitive advantage by translating what you learnt in applying analogies to solutions that solve your customer problems. Turning “yes but”….into

Industry 215

Industry Trends LEAN Change 215

Huub Rutten

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

This blog is about agility. The word “agility” is used a lot in the world of management, especially the world of innovation management. There is a real Quest for Agility: Agility seems the new Holy Grail and you can hardly find an article or blog post without a reference to “the fast changing circumstances” of the business.

Agile 52

Agile Strategy Strategy Competition 52

Huub Rutten

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

This blog is about agility. The word “agility” is used a lot in the world of management, especially the world of innovation management. There is a real Quest for Agility: Agility seems the new Holy Grail and you can hardly find an article or blog post without a reference to “the fast changing circumstances” of the business.

Agile 52

Agile Strategy Strategy Competition 52

Huub Rutten

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

This blog is about agility. The word “agility” is used a lot in the world of management, especially the world of innovation management. There is a real Quest for Agility: Agility seems the new Holy Grail and you can hardly find an article or blog post without a reference to “the fast changing circumstances” of the business.

Agile 52

Agile Strategy Strategy Competition 52

Qmarkets

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Corporate venturing has become a crucial strategy for businesses aiming to drive innovation and stay competitive. Corporate venturing refers to a company’s investment in external startups or the creation of internal ventures to explore new business opportunities. What is Corporate Venturing?

Innovation Programs 105

Innovation Programs Trends How To Software 105

Paul Hobcraft

APRIL 24, 2023

Innovation is a critical source of future competitive advantage. In my opinion, an innovation mandate should go deeper and provide different insights, experiences or reference points, Innovation evolves, expands and gains momentum. So often innovation struggles to be recognized for what it is.

Innovation Programs 190

Innovation Programs Technical Review Innovation Policies 190

Leapfrogging

DECEMBER 10, 2024

An innovation culture fosters an environment where new ideas are encouraged and valued, allowing your organization to stay ahead of the curve and remain competitive. Adaptability : An innovative culture equips your organization with the agility to pivot quickly in response to market changes and consumer needs.

Culture of Innovation 100

Culture of Innovation Culture Agile Innovation 100

Planview

APRIL 26, 2022

One thing has become clear for organizations in this pandemic era – change is hard, and if you don’t have a transformation plan, you’re more likely to fall victim to one of these common Agile transformation challenges. At the start of 2020, the need for Agile transformation was already knocking on the door of most major organizations.

Agile 52

Agile Handbook Culture Leadership 52

Leapfrogging

MARCH 15, 2024

Having a robust strategy helps you anticipate and respond to changes, whether they come from emerging technologies, evolving customer preferences, or competitive pressures. This agility allows your company to respond swiftly to emerging challenges and opportunities. Analyze your strengths and weaknesses relative to competitors.

Underperforming Technical Team 100

Underperforming Technical Team Strategy Strategy Technical Review 100

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 to be more agile, iterative , to be encouraged to be experimenting and exploring.

Management 164

Management Learning Collaboration Agile 164

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

JUNE 12, 2023

By adopting a composable approach, organizations can achieve greater agility, adaptability, and scalability in their innovation efforts. Solution Development Layer: Building Blocks : Design thinking, Agile methodology, MVP development, feature prioritization, testing, experimentation, and iteration. I believe it indeed does.

Technical Review 148

Technical Review Software Review Underperforming Technical Team Artificial Inteligence 148

Moves the Needle

AUGUST 14, 2018

And in practice, we combine three important ideas: design thinking, Lean Startup, and agile methodology. Competition is now global. While agile focuses on build velocity, lean focuses on customer traction velocity.” You can’t have a complete lean innovation practice without the agile component. Others are being disrupted.

LEAN 105

LEAN Examples Agile Design Thinking 105

Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Understanding Corporate Venture Capital (CVC) Defining Corporate Venture Capital Corporate Venture Capital (CVC) refers to the investment of corporate funds directly into external startup companies. By investing in startups, corporations can access new technologies, products, and services that can significantly enhance their competitive edge.

Strategy 100

Strategy Strategy Technical Review Agile 100

Leapfrogging

APRIL 15, 2024

Organizations with strong collaborative practices often see improvements in productivity, efficiency, and agility. 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.

Collaboration 113

Collaboration Technical Review Agile Innovation 113

Paul Hobcraft

OCTOBER 29, 2018

While most large companies want to become more agile and innovative, many of them fail to turn this wish into a reality. We are increasingly facing very different competitive pressures. Owyang offers a good description and examples that make this a highly useful reference point. Pressures are not just external.

Innovation Programs 222

Innovation Programs Innovation Technical Review Underperforming Technical Team 222

mjvinnovation

APRIL 9, 2020

In this article, you will reflect on the challenges of remote team management and how agile practices can help you make the transition efficiently. There are many agile methodologies incorporated in the management of even the most varied remote teams. Sprints are the key to managing an Agile team. Follow this! Regular check-ins.

Agile 52

Agile Management Meeting Technical Review 52

Leapfrogging

MARCH 15, 2024

Businesses that fail to adapt to disruptive changes risk losing their competitive edge and may eventually become obsolete. Competitive Advantage: By embracing innovation, you can differentiate your business from competitors and potentially capture a larger market share. Streamlining processes to reduce bureaucratic red tape.

Disruption 100

Disruption Strategy Strategy Underperforming Technical Team 100

Leapfrogging

MARCH 15, 2024

The agility to adapt to AI advancements is now a vital component of surviving and thriving in the modern marketplace. The ability to harness data-driven insights for decision-making is now a critical competitive advantage. You must recognize the signals of change and prepare to navigate through them.

Strategy 100

Strategy Strategy Change Underperforming Technical Team 100

Leapfrogging

APRIL 25, 2022

We want to be the OpenTable of X” (with X referring to a market outside of dining) became a familiar phrase in Silicon Valley following the company’s market success, and remains so today. That’s what creates competitive advantage. Two decades ago, OpenTable proved out these five important innovation lessons.

Innovation 130

Innovation System LEAN Design Thinking 130

Daniel Burrus

APRIL 20, 2017

You may be dealing with what I refer to as “legacy thinking.” As you probably know, legacy technology refers to hardware and/or software that we have been using for many years and depend on, but that is not as cost efficient or productive as newer systems. Take agility. Change Your Thinking and you will Change your Results.

Change 72

Change Agile Software Technology 72

Leapfrogging

MARCH 6, 2024

Introduction to Experiential Intelligence in Executive Teams Understanding Experiential Intelligence In today’s competitive business landscape, it’s important to recognize that the traditional metrics of intelligence such as IQ or even EQ (Emotional Intelligence) are no longer sufficient on their own.

Leadership 113

Leadership Innovation Collaboration Culture 113

Paul Hobcraft

MAY 6, 2018

Can we find ways to be highly adaptable, agile and fluid in grabbing and taking the parts of the innovation system and constructing them into that design and process that works for that specific challenge? We run increasing risk that we begin to lose any dominance or competitive position increasingly. Where is innovation within this?

Design 138

Design Innovation System Agile 138

Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

We call rapidly growing startups that have found what is commonly referred to as “product/market fit” and a viable business model a ScaleUp, because they now find themselves facing an inflection point that signals an even more daunting stage of maturity. Competition aside, both face opposing physical forces that must be overcome to win.

Strategy 130

Strategy Strategy Underperforming Technical Team LEAN 130

mjvinnovation

MAY 16, 2019

Agile practices transform business in multiple directions, providing powerful models of product and service creation, project management, and much more. In this article, you will understand what agile practices are, what benefits this approach offers to your company. What are Agile Practices. Check it out! How Sprint Works.

Agile 40

Agile Software Review Project Software Development 40