Paul Hobcraft

NOVEMBER 20, 2019

The existing solutions found in wind and solar solutions jockeying to replace oil, gas, and coal, in our present electricity distribution, as well as our current customer solutions for managing our energy, will only take you so far in our need to change our energy systems. Energy is a vital part of any country’s ability to be competitive.

System 181

System Innovation Technology Collaboration 181

Paul Hobcraft

OCTOBER 1, 2018

The survey exposes the myth that innovation is not one of the three top challenges, innovation ranks fifth as it follows the more conventional concerns of managing talent as the top (and that did surprise me) and regulatory and competitive threats. A good lesson in presentation, certainly for me! Now that is shocking!

Report 212

Report Innovation Survey Disruption 212

IdeaScale

MARCH 17, 2021

This initial process of gathering information often leads to idea generation. Seeing those ideas on paper helps you identify gaps before you share them with other people. They enable you to create diagrams for presenting ideas. These apps provide a powerful platform for developing an idea from start to finish.

Brainstorming 130

Brainstorming Tools Collaboration Idea Generation 130

Qmarkets

JULY 31, 2023

OmniStrada and Qmarkets will provide businesses with a proven solution to continuously find and implement new ideas. This will increase productivity, improve customer experiences, streamline workflows, and reduce costs, resulting in long-term competitive edge. But it doesn’t have to be so hard. That’s where we come in.

Culture 98

Culture Technical Review Software Review Roadmap 98

Jeffrey Phillips

NOVEMBER 17, 2015

Intent focus on the unimportant In an effort to be seen doing something, when innovation is a priority most organizations will respond with alacrity, gathering teams to conduct idea generation. The focus is on successful completion of the idea generation activity, not on actual implementation of new ideas.

Culture 150

Culture Idea Generation Innovation Competition 150

Paul Hobcraft

JULY 13, 2021

It presents an idea, a concept, a prototype, a piece of knowledge that provides the catalyst to be exploited in a broader community as the next step and so on. Here I want to explain my thinking behind this and provide the visual cascading steps I feel help us succeed in innovation. It cascades.

Innovation 246

Innovation Engagement Resources Strategy 246

Innovate2Grow Experts

MARCH 8, 2019

Here is a brief review of quantum idea generation. Quantum idea generation produces at least 12 times more ideas than brainstorming. To generate these powerful results you need to use four elements – diversity, stimulus, brain type, and eliminate fear and have fun. Let’s start with a big picture view.

Idea Generation 40

Idea Generation Exercises How To Meeting 40

Qmarkets

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Similarly, strict top-level decision-making increases the opportunity for groupthink and lessens the chance of fluid idea generation throughout the organization. This, in return, removes any hesitancy or fear around idea generation amongst the employees. However, it leaves very little room for new possibilities.

Strategy 98

Strategy Strategy Idea Generation Innovation 98

Qmarkets

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Similarly, strict top-level decision-making increases the opportunity for groupthink and lessens the chance of fluid idea generation throughout the organization. This, in return, removes any hesitancy or fear around idea generation amongst the employees. However, it leaves very little room for new possibilities.

Strategy 98

Strategy Strategy Idea Generation Comparison 98

Leapfrogging

DECEMBER 10, 2024

It drives product and process improvements, leading to increased efficiency, competitive advantage, and customer satisfaction. Assessing Your Current Culture Evaluating the present state of your organization’s culture is a critical step in the journey towards fostering innovation in the workplace.

Underperforming Technical Team 100

Underperforming Technical Team Training Innovation Culture 100

Leapfrogging

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Importance of Innovation in Today’s Business Environment In a world where change is the only constant, innovation stands as the driving force behind a company’s competitive edge and market relevance. Industries are evolving rapidly due to technological advancements, customer expectations, and global competition.

Leadership 100

Leadership Strategy Strategy Innovation 100

Qmarkets

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

Additionally, we’ll explore why software dedicated to idea management is not just suitable but ideal for serving as a hackathon platform, ensuring that the best ideas generated don’t just stay as concepts but evolve into impactful solutions. This ensures that promising ideas don’t lose momentum after the event.

Software Review 52

Software Review Idea Management Software Collaboration 52

Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

The Importance of Innovation in Business Innovation is the cornerstone of competitive advantage in business. Below are some examples that illustrate how AI is being incorporated: Idea Generation : AI-powered tools can suggest design options based on previous successful projects and current design trends.

Design Thinking 140

Design Thinking Artificial Inteligence Design Analysis 140

Leapfrogging

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Understanding Innovation Culture Embracing a culture of innovation is essential for any organization striving to remain competitive and relevant in today’s fast-paced business world. Defining Innovation Culture Innovation culture refers to an organizational environment that encourages creative thinking and the application of new ideas.

Culture of Innovation 100

Culture of Innovation Culture Innovation Training 100

Tim Kastelle

APRIL 12, 2018

They have responded to these changes in their competitive environment and have started to position themselves as the most innovative firm in their market. Much of the work in their industry is becoming commoditized, and their margins have been shrinking. But because the industry’s margins are so low, this strategy carries real risk.

Strategy 100

Strategy Strategy Innovation Innovation Processes 100

Tim Kastelle

APRIL 12, 2018

They have responded to these changes in their competitive environment and have started to position themselves as the most innovative firm in their market. Much of the work in their industry is becoming commoditized, and their margins have been shrinking. But because the industry’s margins are so low, this strategy carries real risk.

Strategy 100

Strategy Strategy Innovation Innovation Processes 100

Tim Kastelle

APRIL 12, 2018

They have responded to these changes in their competitive environment and have started to position themselves as the most innovative firm in their market. Much of the work in their industry is becoming commoditized, and their margins have been shrinking. But because the industry’s margins are so low, this strategy carries real risk.

Strategy 100

Strategy Strategy Innovation Innovation Processes 100

Tim Kastelle

APRIL 12, 2018

They have responded to these changes in their competitive environment and have started to position themselves as the most innovative firm in their market. Much of the work in their industry is becoming commoditized, and their margins have been shrinking. But because the industry’s margins are so low, this strategy carries real risk.

Strategy 100

Strategy Strategy Innovation Innovation Processes 100

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. Collaborative and competitive : Teams work together while competing for the best solution.

Software 52

Software Idea Management Collaboration Engagement 52

Stephen Shapiro

AUGUST 22, 2023

We are about 40 days away from the relaunch of Best Practices Are Stupid: 40 Ways to Out-Innovate the Competition. If a good idea is produced, some value is added to the organization. In some cases, the idea may even lead to tremendous value. So let’s start at the beginning. It is somewhat separate from the business.

Tips 52

Tips Brainstorming Idea Generation Competition 52

Paul Hobcraft

JULY 13, 2021

It presents an idea, a concept, a prototype, a piece of knowledge that provides the catalyst to be exploited in a broader community as the next step and so on. Here I want to explain my thinking behind this and provide the visual cascading steps I feel help us succeed in innovation. It cascades.

Innovation 130

Innovation Engagement Resources Strategy 130

Innovate2Grow Experts

MARCH 8, 2019

Stimulus is the second of the four Quantum Idea Generation 2.0 elements we utilize in a creative session to generate at least 12 X more ideas than brainstorming – and a quality of ideas you will never get from brainstorming. Here is a brief recap of Quantum Idea Generation 2.0

Idea Generation 40

Idea Generation Brainstorming Innovation Examples 40

Huub Rutten

MARCH 18, 2021

For me this picture presents the scope of Innovation Management. I gave a presentation there. Many “Front End” people belief that innovation is synonym to Idea generation, Research, Inventions, Disruptive, Radical, New. This goes back to the romantic idea that somebody with genial brains sits somewhere and shouts Eureka!

Innovation Management 52

Innovation Management Management Conference Innovation 52

Huub Rutten

MARCH 18, 2021

For me this picture presents the scope of Innovation Management. I gave a presentation there. Many “Front End” people belief that innovation is synonym to Idea generation, Research, Inventions, Disruptive, Radical, New. This goes back to the romantic idea that somebody with genial brains sits somewhere and shouts Eureka!

Innovation Management 52

Innovation Management Management Conference Innovation 52

Huub Rutten

MARCH 18, 2021

For me this picture presents the scope of Innovation Management. I gave a presentation there. Many “Front End” people belief that innovation is synonym to Idea generation, Research, Inventions, Disruptive, Radical, New. This goes back to the romantic idea that somebody with genial brains sits somewhere and shouts Eureka!

Innovation Management 52

Innovation Management Management Conference Innovation 52

Leapfrogging

MARCH 19, 2024

It helps in identifying opportunities that might not be apparent through traditional analysis and provides a competitive edge by speeding up the development cycle. This proactive approach enables us to stay ahead of the competition by developing products and services that cater to emerging market demands.

Artificial Inteligence 100

Artificial Inteligence Generative AI Analysis Technical Review 100

Paul Hobcraft

NOVEMBER 22, 2015

I get the distinct impression the focus of most innovation consultants is still locked into product innovation or improving the process of the pipeline / portfolio, the idea generation and project execution model. It is not evolving into broader services or accounting for the transformations underway at the clients end.

Innovation 60

Innovation Technical Review Collaboration Leadership 60

Innovate2Grow Experts

MARCH 8, 2019

While wild and wacky ideas might not be the winning ideas coming out of a Quantum Idea Generation 2.0 Creative Session you may not get those winning ideas unless they start as wild and wacky ideas. Here is a brief review of Quantum Idea Generation 2.0 from previous blogs.

Idea Generation 40

Idea Generation Innovation Creativity Training 40

Innov8rs

MARCH 26, 2023

During our recent Innov8rs Learning Lab on Innovation Strategy, Leadership, Governance and Portfolio Management, Christian Stadler (Professor of Strategic Management at Warwick Business School and bestselling author) presented a revolutionary approach to strategy. Can You Match Adele's Talent (not as a Singer)?

Disruption 52

Disruption Strategy Strategy Groups 52

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.

Ideation 52

Ideation Creativity Brainstorming Idea Management 52

Betterific

AUGUST 15, 2016

Read on below to learn more about how Tom comes up with his ideas, the process he uses to brainstorm on Betterific, and why he continues to participate in our innovation and idea generation competitions. Interestingly, Tom suggests that we run a Betterific challenge on Betterific, which is a great idea.

Brainstorming 40

Brainstorming Idea Generation Innovation Crowdsourcing 40

Qmarkets

JULY 26, 2024

When employees feel valued and involved, they are more likely to contribute innovative ideas, support company initiatives, and stay with the organization longer. This article will present the top 5 employee engagement ideas to help enhance your workforce’s involvement and drive your company’s success.

Engagement 52

Engagement Company Innovation Programs Training 52

Qmarkets

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

They can then submit, collaborate, and evaluate ideas to assess whether they present value for implementation. Benefits of Crowdsourcing Ideas Ideas have a huge amount of potential and can result in a variety of benefits for an organization. This is especially useful when inviting employees to share ideas.

Strategy 52

Strategy Strategy Crowdsourcing Trends 52

Qmarkets

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

They can then submit, collaborate, and evaluate ideas to assess whether they present value for implementation. Benefits of Crowdsourcing Ideas Ideas have a huge amount of potential and can result in a variety of benefits for an organization. This is especially useful when inviting employees to share ideas.

Strategy 52

Strategy Strategy Crowdsourcing Trends 52

mjvinnovation

JUNE 8, 2020

In recent years, we have faced the concept of Big Data, widely present in the agendas of managers – there are several experts tying Alfons Cornella’s Infoxication with this phenomenon. It cannot be ignored, it may be that competition is taking very good care of your data. Infoxication and Big Data: Business in the Data Age.

Big Data 52

Big Data Data Analysis Tips 52

Qmarkets

JUNE 1, 2017

While there is no substitute for hard, smart work when it comes to solving the right problems with great ideas, tool automation has significantly matured over the past few years to assist in this endeavor. The opportunity presents itself for organizations to augment the hard, smart work behind innovation with tool automation.

Underperforming Technical Team 58

Underperforming Technical Team Open Innovation Innovation Leadership 58

Planview

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

“Crowdsourced innovation” —the process of inspiring, collecting, and accelerating ideas from the “crowd,” such as your employees, partners, and customers, at scale—has proven to be incredibly effective. So, what should organizations be measuring to demonstrate that innovation is an essential activity to achieve their business objectives?

Tips 49

Tips Innovation Programs Crowdsourcing Culture of Innovation 49