InnovationManagement

JULY 26, 2021

The post In Search of the Perfect Brainstorm: An Update of Collaborative Ideation appeared first on InnovationManagement. A heated argument ensues. Some people take sides. Others remain silent. There are bruised egos. You are not the only one who feels frustrated. All that time [.].

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Viima

JANUARY 26, 2023

Brainstorming is one of those hyped terms that these days has a reputation of its own because of the controversy surrounding it. The opposing sides of the debate are the experienced facilitators or managers who vouch for its value when done right, and the academic research that points out the flaws and the short-sightedness of the approach.

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Qmarkets

APRIL 1, 2025

This article explores the role of an idea evaluation matrix in the broader idea management process, detailing what it should includesuch as weighted scoring for fair assessment. Finally, well discuss how idea management software can streamline this process, making evaluation more efficient and data-driven.

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Qmarkets

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Well also examine the common challenges businesses face during implementation, share effective strategies to bridge the gap between ideation and execution, and discuss how idea management software can accelerate and simplify this journey. By following these strategies, businesses can confidently move ideas from concept to reality.

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Qmarkets

AUGUST 20, 2024

Whether you’re looking to solve a specific problem, develop a new product, or simply encourage creative thinking, the approach you take to an ideation session can significantly impact the quality and feasibility of the ideas generated. What Is an Ideation Session? This helps to guide the discussion and keep it focused.

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Qmarkets

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Originally rooted in software development, hackathons have evolved into a strategic tool across industries, fostering creativity, team collaboration, and idea generation under tight timeframes. Participants form teams, brainstorm, and develop solutions like prototypes , software, or process improvements under a set theme.

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Qmarkets

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

At its core, the ideation process consists of several stages: identifying the problem or opportunity, generating ideas through creative brainstorming, evaluating and filtering those ideas, and finally planning for implementation. This helps leaders identify trends and make data-informed decisions.

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Qmarkets

AUGUST 11, 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. Maybe you’ve found that your idea management participants aren’t yielding as many good ideas as in the past.

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Gregg Fraley

FEBRUARY 28, 2019

80% Of Brainstorming Sessions Don’t Work. Seven Idea Generation Fails. Redefine Brainstorming and Get Better Results. I might be getting to old to hold back on saying this about ideation, aka idea generation, aka brainstorming. As the drawing suggests, please, let’s redefine brainstorming.

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Qmarkets

JULY 22, 2021

Employee ideas are the backbone of any corporate innovation initiative, and therefore a strong idea generation process that can be scaled across your organization is key. 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

AUGUST 2, 2024

While some methods like SCAMPER and brainstorming cards are well-known, there are other effective techniques that can greatly enhance your innovation program. We will also explore how these techniques can be effectively supported by dedicated idea management software, such as Q-ideate, to streamline and enhance the ideation process.

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Wazoku

AUGUST 17, 2018

We’ve helped companies completely transform themselves through idea management, but for many businesses it’s still a new concept, and a hard thing to get right. Idea management is the process of generating, collating, analysing and implementing ideas that solve real business problems, as part of a wider innovation strategy.

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Gregg Fraley

OCTOBER 12, 2017

Prepare, Then Brainstorm. Most brainstorming doesn’t work. The literature bashing brainstorming is extensive. Ideas are still needed to fill pipelines! I’m going to focus on one problem with brainstorming in this post: lack of preparation. Give them time to read, absorb, and jot down ideas, alone.

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Qmarkets

JULY 18, 2024

These tools and techniques are crafted to unlock creativity, allowing individuals and teams to seamlessly navigate the maze of idea generation, organization, and refinement. Understanding Ideation Tools Ideation tools are techniques and methods used to generate ideas and solutions in a structured manner.

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ITONICS

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

In the relentless pursuit of innovation, the ability to generate ideas and validate groundbreaking concepts swiftly is the key differentiator between companies that thrive and those that merely survive. Enter Generative Pre-trained Transformers (GPTs), a technological marvel transcending traditional brainstorming methods.

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Jeffrey Phillips

MAY 22, 2023

We won a few small projects at first and had the idea that what companies needed was a great place to store and manage ideas, so we built an online idea generation and brainstorming platform, and an idea management solution, which completed with industry leaders BrightIdea and Spigit and Imaginatik back when.

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Gregg Fraley

OCTOBER 4, 2018

The course covers management mandates, project cycles, resourcing, idea management systems, idea generation tools, concept development, prototyping, and pitch presentations. Streamlined management of innovation projects. More effective innovation cycles, more effective brainstorming.

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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. Far more than just brainstorming, ideation is a structured, intentional process that harnesses creativity and innovation. What is Ideation?

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Gregg Fraley

AUGUST 28, 2018

In addition, it covers management mandates, project cycles, resourcing, idea management systems, idea generation, concept development, prototyping, and pitch presentations. Innovation team leaders and project managers learn what it takes to keep cycles spinning from year to year.

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Leapfrogging

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Inclusivity goes beyond just the hiring process; it’s about creating an environment where all employees feel they can contribute their unique ideas and perspectives. This can be done through regular brainstorming sessions, open forums, and workshops that aim to harness the diverse thinking present in your team.

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Qmarkets

JULY 12, 2024

Additionally, we will discuss the advantages of using dedicated idea management software to streamline the ideation process and enhance collaboration. Agenda Creation: Develop a structured agenda that allocates time for introductions, brainstorming, discussion, and idea evaluation.

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Gregg Fraley

MARCH 17, 2021

The 30 minute weekly webinar features demonstrations of various facilitation tools for: strategy, challenge clarification, idea generation (aka brainstorming), problem framing, idea selection, innovation projects, and idea development, etc. Sessions begin on Thursday March 18th. Thinking Differently Takes Tools.

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Qmarkets

AUGUST 1, 2024

Key Components of the Innovation Management Process The innovation management process consists of several key components, each playing a crucial role in guiding ideas from concept to reality. Idea Generation Creating an environment that encourages innovation is essential for generating a steady flow of new ideas.

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Gregg Fraley

MAY 9, 2017

” “We don’t do idea generation well.” For example, instead of doing a classic brainstorm, or ideation, do a MoshPit. Instead of doing Brainstorming, do Brainwriting , or better yet, a BrainWalk. .” “Mediocre results, we just can’t seem to get to anything really different.”

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Gregg Fraley

APRIL 22, 2019

Very few organization’s are any good at all at Brainstorming/Idea Generation. If you don’t have Talent, superior talent, you’ll fail. Design Thinking alone will not guarantee success (or any other framework, Agile, Lean, etc.). If you don’t take calculated risks, and continue to take them, you will fail.

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Gregg Fraley

AUGUST 22, 2018

When I step into a room to facilitate a strategy, innovation, or idea generation session I usually find a great deal of energy. The research that says brainstorming doesn’t work studied groups with no training and no facilitator. Why then is corporate America so woefully undertrained in innovation fundamentals?

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Qmarkets

JULY 29, 2024

Idea Generation: This is the initial stage where new ideas are created. It can involve brainstorming sessions, crowd-sourcing ideas from employees or customers, and conducting market research to identify unmet needs. Here, ideas are evaluated based on feasibility, strategic alignment, and market potential.

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Qmarkets

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Ideation Techniques to Generate Innovative Ideas Generating fresh, innovative ideas is at the heart of any successful enterprise. The focus is on generating as many ideas as possible, which can later be refined or combined into practical solutions.

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InnovationManagement

AUGUST 24, 2021

Here are five ways to break the pattern and gather a wealth of ideas for your organization. Many companies find it hard to prioritize ideation. The post How to Break the 5 Habits That Hurt Ideation appeared first on InnovationManagement.

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Gregg Fraley

FEBRUARY 26, 2020

The client started by saying he wanted to do a brainstorming session. It wasn’t brainstorming that was needed. As it turns out the session was really more about idea development and elaboration. As it turns out the session was really more about idea development and elaboration. Getting to Clarity.

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KindlingApp

JANUARY 17, 2016

Idea-generating conversations are happening throughout your organization. For most companies, however, the challenge is tapping into all of these disparate conversations to uncover those ideas that will effectively drive the business forward.

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Qmarkets

APRIL 24, 2017

Hackathons are on the rise , and many leading enterprise grade businesses now participating in these events on a regular basis as a way of quickly generating innovative results to difficult problems. Target your audience : Who you invite to your hack day will generally be determined by the theme or purpose of your hackathon.

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Qmarkets

JULY 8, 2017

Hackathons are on the rise , and many leading enterprise grade businesses now participating in these events on a regular basis as a way of quickly generating innovative results to difficult problems. Target your audience : Who you invite to your hack day will generally be determined by the theme or purpose of your hackathon.

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Qmarkets

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Innovation incubators follow a systematic approach to solution development, typically including the following phases: Idea Generation and Selection: Incubators begin with a pool of potential ideas, sourced either from internal brainstorming sessions, external partnerships, or technology scouting efforts.

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InnovationManagement

OCTOBER 7, 2019

There are a lot of best practices that we recommend to our customers: start with the end in mind, adopt criteria to drive ideation, use at least seven channels to communicate with your end user, respond to ideas with positive feedback and questions.

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Gregg Fraley

MAY 1, 2018

Innovation Fundamentals for Leaders. First of Seven Blogs. Invest in Frameworks, But First, Establish a Culture Where Innovation Thrives. Leaders — How Are You Doing With These Basics? Success is built on doing the basics well. For results, leaders need to foster innovation fundamentals and integrate them into organizational culture.

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Gregg Fraley

AUGUST 16, 2016

Fast Company Article “Brainstorming is Dumb” Misses the Point. Brainstorming, Done Properly, Is Not a Tool, It’s A Multi-Step Process. And yet another major publication publishes a misleading article about brainstorming — Brainstorming is Dumb. Brainstorming as a technique is beside the point.

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