Paul Hobcraft

MAY 9, 2023

Many tools, techniques, frameworks, mechanics, and emerging methodologies have allowed different parts of the innovation process to be explored and exploited. We are moving innovation along but not at a pace or design that reflects the need to connect “it ” into one comprehensive process. Open Innovation 2.0

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Tim Kastelle

APRIL 12, 2018

I was running a workshop with a multinational engineering firm when I ran into a perfect example of an air sandwich, which illustrates this point. They have responded to these changes in their competitive environment and have started to position themselves as the most innovative firm in their market.

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IdeaScale

JANUARY 21, 2020

Managing the innovation process can help you improve customer experience with your brand.?. The key is standing out from the competition, but this isn’t always easy. The solution is to combine customer data with product information to form innovative ideas.

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IdeaScale

DECEMBER 4, 2018

Last year, IdeaScale launched a webinar series that covered the repeatable innovation process (from problem identification to implementation). If all you do is solve the problem in the same way you always have, you’re probably not innovating very often.

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Paul Hobcraft

JUNE 19, 2023

We cannot afford to avoid changing our innovation processes as we deal with a far more complex and challenging world. We seem to be keeping innovation as a disappointing and often frustrating outcome for many leaders of organizations. Indeed our existing innovation processes are doing an (adequate) job. Why change?

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IdeaScale

JULY 9, 2019

And to stay relevant in digital marketing, you need to be innovative. And perhaps one of the most competitive and technology-dominated industries is digital marketing. While it can be difficult to keep up, we believe there are ways companies can innovate and stay ahead of the game. Create an innovation council.

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ITONICS

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

A well-defined innovation process is crucial for companies to maintain competitiveness and achieve sustainable growth. While the specifics may vary across industries, the best innovation operating models share common characteristics: they are structured, repeatable, and fit the conditions.

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Qmarkets

JULY 11, 2024

Specifically, we’ll examine five prime crowdsourcing examples that have delivered impressive business results, and we’ll discuss how crowdsourcing software plays a crucial role in managing these initiatives efficiently. Additionally, innovative marketing campaigns were created, boosting brand engagement and sales.

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Paul Hobcraft

DECEMBER 26, 2017

Surprisingly, I felt they lacked a more holistic view of innovation; a clear innovation process, and dedicated focus on this, which is required. Innovation is certainly central to the future of Siemens but it seems to me not to have the core positioning it should have. I felt innovation needed a more holistic focus.

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IdeaScale

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

The micro plane is a great example. Follow The Competition. That will point you toward new ideas and ways to upgrade and innovate. Innovation is a process driven by every member of a company. Crowdsourcing can be incredibly useful to your innovation process, but it should be just one aspect of it.

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IdeaScale

MARCH 27, 2019

Process innovation is perhaps the “classic” form of innovation. Finding a better way of accomplishing necessary business tasks is low-risk, can lead to other types of innovations, and helps companies maintain and sharpen their competitive edge. Processes must evolve with changes in markets and technologies.

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Leapfrogging

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Understanding Innovation Innovation is the lifeblood of businesses seeking to thrive in a rapidly evolving market. It is the driving force behind the competitive edge that allows companies to stand out and meet the ever-changing demands of their customers.

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IdeaScale

AUGUST 23, 2018

This process, however, is not as easy as it sounds for nonprofit organizations. In a “ management for nonprofits” article , I read that innovation is a crucial factor of success in a worldwide and competitive economy.

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Leapfrogging

DECEMBER 10, 2024

This section unpacks the significance of innovation and provides an overview of various strategies to streamline the NPD process. 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.

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Paul Hobcraft

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Pitching the reasons to change to Innovation Ecosystems in thinking and design So after working through the values of the Innovation Ecosystem over a series of three posts I asked Chat GPT to help me in making a pitch for the change from existing internal orientated innovation processes and structures.

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Paul Hobcraft

NOVEMBER 20, 2019

Any discoveries are unpredictable , but if there are sound well-established innovation systems in place, you can pursue solutions that have both short-term medium-term and longer-term approaches to advancing the understanding of a solution. Innovation inspires action; it can focus on efforts and drive synergies if set up correctly.

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Paul Hobcraft

APRIL 13, 2023

Showcase successful collaborations : Share examples of successful cross-sector innovation collaborations in similar domains, and how they have created value for all parties involved. For example, a private sector organization could collaborate with a university or research institution to develop new products or technologies.

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Leapfrogging

MARCH 19, 2024

From its inception to the current state, the processes governing the development of new products and services have continuously evolved to incorporate new methodologies and technologies. Traditional Phases and Gates Processes Traditionally, the phases and gates model has been a cornerstone in structuring innovation management.

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Paul Hobcraft

APRIL 1, 2023

I firmly believe innovation teams that are static and not fluid in constantly ‘churning’ and mixing diversity to meet different challenges or problems, produce less than optimal results. For example, the same people in a given innovation team cannot deliver the optimum result for different challenges and problems.

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Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 17, 2015

Their leaders shape the mindsets and behaviors needed to achieve big things that have a big impact—and in the process, eradicate wet blankets along the way. Take Gatorade’s former president, Sarah Robb O’Hagan, for example. What’s an example of a previously successful innovation that spread and grew despite the wet-blanket barrier?

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Paul Hobcraft

JANUARY 28, 2023

This morning I decided to have a chat on ChatGPT on the future of Innovation Management Software, I asked a number of questions in a short series and can well-relate to the answers provided incredibly quickly. chat.openai.com/chat Where will Innovation Management Software go? What do you think?

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IdeaScale

SEPTEMBER 25, 2019

Brainstorming and even daydreaming may play a role in innovation, but practicality is required to bring innovative ideas to life. ?. In fact, if you think about it, innovations quite often make the practical aspects of life better. Banking from your phone is one example of innovation with practical results.

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IdeaScale

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

For example, you might invite them to fill out a quick survey after they make their suggestion. For example, if you’ve got a lot of tight-knit offices, the offices with the highest number of useful suggestions could win lunch, making it a friendly competition between them. And indeed, raffles and the like draw attention.

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Jeffrey Phillips

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

Note that what my clients are asking for is to create an innovation capacity that outlasts a product need, or market gap, or executive team member. After all, most (probably 90%) of all innovation projects undertaken in large corporations are reactive projects trying to respond to a market threat or competitive move.

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Idea to Value

JULY 21, 2017

An excellent example, outlined in the video below, is Adobe’s Kickbox program, which gives anyone who has an idea and wants to try it out a box with advice on how to approach the experiment and a pre-paid credit card with $1,000 to be used however the person wants. 9 – Understanding the science of creativity.

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Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

The Impact of Innovation on Organizational Growth Innovation is the driving force behind sustained organizational growth and competitive advantage. The correlation between innovation and growth is evident in organizations that prioritize and nurture their innovation capabilities.

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Qmarkets

JULY 18, 2024

Companies with structured innovation processes significantly outperform their peers in implementing new ideas and driving business growth. McKinsey’s findings suggest that companies fostering a strong culture of innovation excel in leveraging technology and accelerating their competitive differentiation.

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Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 17, 2015

Their leaders shape the mindsets and behaviors needed to achieve big things that have a big impact—and in the process, eradicate wet blankets along the way. Take Gatorade’s former president, Sarah Robb O’Hagan, for example. What’s an example of a previously successful innovation that spread and grew despite the wet-blanket barrier?

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IdeaScale

APRIL 4, 2017

Day-to-day actions and decisions show whether leaders are actually committed to innovation or whether it’s simply a popular tagline that sounds good but has no real support. Become a living example. Managers who embrace all of the other nine roles so far will have gone a very long way to showing their commitment to innovation.

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Leapfrogging

APRIL 10, 2024

They bring stories of success and failure that can humanize the innovation process and make it more relatable. Their talks can be a catalyst for change, encouraging your team to pursue innovation with renewed vigor. By discussing the innovation process, they can: Ignite the spark of ideation and creativity within your team.

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Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

AI complements human creativity, enabling teams to translate complex data into meaningful insights and innovative solutions. The Importance of Innovation in Business Innovation is the cornerstone of competitive advantage in business. Additionally, the use of AI in Design Thinking is not limited to the examples provided.

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Tim Kastelle

MARCH 7, 2016

An increasingly popular case in point is the “ Three Horizons ” framework, which aims at integrating an organization’s entire innovation spectrum by means of three distinct time and scope categories – all of which feature particular purposes, conditions and requirements. Cases in point: Lego and Burberry.

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Innov8rs

JANUARY 16, 2023

If we are to discover a prosperous future path, innovation is no longer optional. With a potential recession in sight and inflation, layoffs, and other geopolitical issues challenging the ability to protect traditional forms of competitive advantage, innovation is our only option. Those days are over. That's how we get better.

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Leapfrogging

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Understanding Innovation Culture The bedrock of a thriving organization lies not just in its products or services, but also in the underlying culture that fosters creativity and innovation. Understanding and nurturing an innovation culture within your company is pivotal to maintaining a competitive edge and driving sustainable growth.

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Imaginatik

APRIL 24, 2015

For many companies, the desire to be more innovative is driven by a strategic issue – flat-lined growth, competitive threats, industry upheaval, etc. The “correct” moves to build innovation capability vary wildly with maturity level. This may seem sensible…and it is.

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Leapfrogging

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Importance of Innovation in Business In the ever-evolving business landscape, innovation is more than a buzzword; it’s a critical element for survival and success. It drives product and process improvements, leading to increased efficiency, competitive advantage, and customer satisfaction.

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Qmarkets

AUGUST 26, 2021

Organizations choose to adopt the process of innovation for a myriad of reasons; to tackle existing challenges by ideating for solutions, to generate new revenue streams, to improve existing products or services, and so on. How can Businesses Implement Innovation? 9 The result?

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