Paul Hobcraft

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Is it access to knowledge, markets, opinions or is it spreading risk and resource sharing or enabling the flows in knowledge, ideas, capital- what else really distinguishes it and makes it a must to have. The ability to access cutting-edge research, market insights, and technical know-how from a wide network is a key driver of innovation.

Technical Review 140

Technical Review Innovation Policies Collaboration 140

Leapfrogging

MARCH 12, 2025

Adapt to market changes while maintaining core competitive strengths. Drives long-term sustainability Helps organizations build resilience and adapt to changing market conditions. Increase Organizational Resilience Prepare the business for market changes and industry disruptions.

Strategy 130

Strategy Strategy Underperforming Technical Team Technical Review 130

Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

For example, a software startup conducting a SWOT Analysis may identify its strong technical team (Strength), limited marketing budget (Weakness), increasing demand for automation tools (Opportunity), and growing competition (Threat). Aligns Strategy with Market Trends Ensures that internal capabilities align with external changes.

Analysis 130

Analysis Strategy Strategy Underperforming Technical Team 130

Leapfrogging

MARCH 7, 2025

For example, Teslas strategy map could outline how its focus on sustainability, battery technology, and autonomous driving innovation contributes to its long-term goal of transitioning the world to clean energy. Customer Value Brand loyalty, customer satisfaction, market share. Market penetration in EV adoption.

Strategy 130

Strategy Strategy Technical Review Underperforming Technical Team 130

Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

For example, a technology company using Gap Analysis may discover that its software deployment speed is slower than competitors , leading to a plan for process improvements and automation. Define the Desired Future State Establish realistic targets for improvement by: Reviewing industry benchmarks and best practices.

Analysis 173

Analysis Strategy Strategy Development Team Review 173

Business and Tech

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Elizabeth Francisco, president of ResMan, offers expansive insights from being a woman in business to the rapid advancement of property management technology. Bias showed itself as I came up through the multifamily industry and then in technology with investors, peers, competitors, and prospective customers.

Technical Review 246

Technical Review Technology Management Underperforming Technical Team 246

Leapfrogging

MARCH 11, 2025

For example, Procter & Gamble (P&G) has successfully used OGSM to align corporate strategy across global markets, ensuring strategic clarity and execution. For example, Coca-Cola has used OGSM to streamline its global marketing and expansion strategies , aligning corporate goals with local market execution.

Strategy 130

Strategy Strategy Technical Review Examples 130

IdeaScale

JANUARY 8, 2020

In our minds, technology and innovation are interconnected. However, for every technological advancement, there seems to be a learning curve or adjustment period as we try to figure out how to implement automation into our daily lives. Technology: One Step Forward, Two Steps Back? source: pixabay.com. 1 The Devil in Design.

Technical Review 207

Technical Review Software Review Data Software 207

Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Competitive Analysis is a structured framework that enables organizations to evaluate their position in the market by assessing competitors strengths, weaknesses, strategies, and performance. It is particularly useful for product development, market expansion, pricing strategies, and overall business positioning.

Analysis 130

Analysis Competition Strategy Strategy 130

Business and Tech

MARCH 25, 2022

A panel of retail experts share their insights on the future of retail technology, the challenges it poses, and how it can be utilized to improve the customer experience and boost profits. Dr. Rusty Bishop Chief Marketing Officer, Bigtincan. What long-term changes do you foresee the ongoing pandemic having on the retail industry?

Technical Review 246

Technical Review Technology Industry Software Review 246

Leapfrogging

MARCH 11, 2025

For example, Teslas breakthrough objectives focus on : Advancing battery technology for sustainable energy solutions. Implement Continuous Review and Feedback Loops Hoshin Planning follows the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) cycle , a structured approach to continuous improvement. Joint performance reviews to identify improvement areas.

System 130

System Strategy Strategy Underperforming Technical Team 130

Leapfrogging

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Steps to Spot Your Innovation Chances Check the Trends : Get a good look at what’s hot in the market, what folks need, and where there’s room for something new. Resource Swag : Make sure you’ve got the budget, crew, and tech ready to power your creative projects. Make them part of the change.

Course 113

Course Strategy Strategy Technical Review 113

Leapfrogging

MARCH 7, 2025

Unlike operational goals, which focus on day-to-day tasks , strategic goals set the foundation for long-term success by addressing: Market positioning How the company competes in its industry. Innovation and expansion New product development, market penetration, and technological advancements.

Strategy 130

Strategy Strategy Underperforming Technical Team Technical Review 130

Qmarkets

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Startups often bring fresh ideas, new technologies, and agile development approaches, but identifying the right ones to collaborate with or invest in can be complex. By investing in this process, companies can enhance their product offerings, streamline operations, and even pivot toward new markets. What is Startup Scouting?

Technical Review 52

Technical Review Software Review Software Innovation 52

Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Whether your focus is on developing high-potential leaders or adapting to a tech-driven landscape, AI will undeniably revolutionize your approach. By leveraging advanced technology, you can revolutionize your leadership development programs and offer truly personalized experiences.

Underperforming Technical Team 130

Underperforming Technical Team Leadership Artificial Inteligence Technical Review 130

Leapfrogging

MARCH 3, 2025

Artificial Intelligence is changing the landscape of business consulting. Explore how NLP is used in ai-driven market analysis. For more on these topics, explore our sections on ai and ethical considerations and ai in change management. This can help in understanding market trends, customer behavior, and other critical factors.

Strategy 130

Strategy Strategy Artificial Inteligence Analysis 130

Paul Hobcraft

APRIL 21, 2020

Still, it is how we all undergo the changes needed in a radically different set of economic circumstances. The change in our world is even a little scary, it actually is giving me a little “angst.” ” When you change paradigms , you’re changing how you think about something.

Change 310

Change Roadmap Disruption System 310

Leapfrogging

MARCH 12, 2025

For example, IBM has successfully used the Balanced Scorecard to align its technology strategy with customer needs, internal efficiency, and long-term financial performance. How do these objectives support customer needs and market trends? Customer Perspective Tracks customer satisfaction, retention, and market positioning.

Strategy 130

Strategy Strategy Underperforming Technical Team Technical Review 130

Leapfrogging

MARCH 14, 2025

Facilitating agile adaptation Allows for adjustments based on performance trends and market changes. For example, Meta (formerly Facebook) sets realistic targets for metaverse user adoption based on current VR technology and market trends. Achieve a 20% return on investment (ROI) in new technology adoption by year-end.

Strategy 130

Strategy Strategy Technical Review Agile 130

Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Exploring the Role of an AI Consultant An AI consultant is a professional who helps businesses integrate artificial intelligence technologies into their operations. This role not only positions you at the forefront of technological innovation but also offers numerous professional and personal benefits.

Artificial Inteligence 130

Artificial Inteligence Technical Review Trends Training 130

Leapfrogging

MARCH 3, 2025

AI encompasses a wide range of technologies, from machine learning and natural language processing to data analytics and automation. This enables you to offer more precise and actionable insights to your clients, ensuring they stay competitive and innovative in their respective markets.

Artificial Inteligence 130

Artificial Inteligence Analysis Trends Data 130

Idea to Value

MARCH 14, 2025

At the most basic level, the organization does not use any AI-enabled technology. means that while there is no direct investment in AI technology, employees are exposed to AI capabilities through the tools they use daily. Level 0: No A.I. Traditional processes dominate, and decision-making relies on manual methods.

Software Review 131

Software Review Underperforming Technical Team ChatGPT Generative AI 131

Paul Hobcraft

JULY 19, 2022

Applying the three horizon framework to innovation and change. To explain the impacts of innovation and the change it creates, we’ll use an accepted framework ( the Three Horizons ) to consider the impact innovation has on change capabilities and business models. There’s little change required for external constituents.

Change 173

Change Technical Review Disruption Innovation 173

Leapfrogging

MARCH 10, 2025

Enable rapid adaptation to changing conditions. Regulatory changes New government policies, compliance requirements. Regulatory changes impacting self-driving technology. Reviewing lessons learned from past incidents. Updating the plan based on industry and regulatory changes.

Strategy 130

Strategy Strategy Underperforming Technical Team Disruption 130

Idea to Value

MARCH 25, 2019

The corporate landscape is changing drastically, and for a corporate brand to stay relevant, they must innovate in order to change with the market. Such innovations can come in the form of adopting new technologies, but also by adapting the business practices typically associated with startup culture.

Change 192

Change Underperforming Technical Team Technical Review Innovation 192

Idea to Value

MAY 21, 2021

Why is it that some promising technologies seem to progress quickly but then disappear entirely? These new technologies are nowhere near commerically viable, so rely on this public funding to survive. And some technologies never manage to scale beyond this stage and die. Innovation Valley of Death.

Technical Review 298

Technical Review Innovation Technology Examples 298

Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Benchmarking is widely used across industries, from manufacturing and finance to healthcare and technology. By systematically comparing performance metrics, organizations can determine whether they are operating efficiently, meeting customer expectations, and staying competitive in their market. At this stage, quantitative data (e.g.,

Analysis 130

Analysis Strategy Strategy Underperforming Technical Team 130

Leapfrogging

MARCH 11, 2025

Technology OKR: Improve real-time tracking accuracy by 15%. Best practices for tracking progress: Set review cycles (weekly, monthly, or quarterly). Best practices for tracking progress: Set review cycles (weekly, monthly, or quarterly). Adjust OKRs based on feedback and market changes.

Strategy 130

Strategy Strategy Software Review Technical Review 130

Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

They bridge the gap between advanced technological capabilities and practical business applications. You may find yourself working on projects involving machine learning, natural language processing, computer vision, and other AI-related technologies.

Artificial Inteligence 130

Artificial Inteligence Technical Review Conference Industry 130

Paul Hobcraft

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

We are witnessing a very radical change, driven by technology, increasingly disrupting and breaking down past traditional boundaries, partly built to defend positions so as to achieve economic scale. These are: The constant exponential of technology and its power to change is forcing up to change.

Radical Innovation 321

Radical Innovation Technical Review Engagement Innovation 321

Paul Hobcraft

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Shaping Innovation for a Meaningful Change Following on from my initial post, “ Our Need is to Shape Innovation Dynamically, ” this post outlines the eight value-adding points that I can help build out and deliver alongside you in different delivery modules to fit your circumstances and budgets.

Change 173

Change Underperforming Technical Team Technical Review Innovation 173

Destination Innovation

DECEMBER 19, 2018

Estimates for each of these questions enable a total sales forecast to be assembled and reviewed. The pipeline is regularly reviewed at executive level. Lessons are learned, and changes are made to constantly improve the sales process. Can we crack the technology? What technology challenges do we face?

Technical Review 218

Technical Review Innovation Radical Innovation Project 218

Thinkers360 - Thought Leader Interviews

AUGUST 2, 2024

In this edition, we speak with Matthew Lieberman who is the Chief Marketing Officer of PwC US/Mexico and an innovative executive at the crossroads of marketing, media, and technology. ML: I have a non-traditional background and am not a classically educated marketer.

Technical Review 59

Technical Review Generative AI Marketing Tools 59

Business and Tech

DECEMBER 14, 2021

The medical cannabis market has expanded, too. Despite burgeoning cannabis use across the country, the curricula in medical, pharmacy, and nursing schools have not changed sufficiently to meet the healthcare needs of medical cannabis patients, nor recreational cannabis consumers. Nearly 35 million U.S. By June 2021, approximately 3.6

Technical Review 306

Technical Review Course Survey Study 306

Paul Hobcraft

JANUARY 25, 2021

It is also being constrained when you look outside your organization and not recognizing the (perpetual) changes going on, often until it is too late or a fast, nimble entrepreneur has nipped in and set about building a new alternative to your existing offering that has, perhaps for some time shown signs of business model decay.

Disruption 336

Disruption Culture Marketing Technical Review 336