Sat.May 11, 2024 - Fri.May 17, 2024

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The Four Lenses of Innovation with Rowan Gibson

Viima

Colin Nelson continues his discussions with esteemed innovation experts who have profoundly shaped the field through their work and publications. This time, he sat down to talk to none other than Rowan Gibson. Rowan Gibson is widely recognized as one of the world’s foremost thought leaders on business innovation. Rowan is the bestselling author of 3 major books (Rethinking the Future, Innovation to the Core, The Four Lenses of Innovation).

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There Are Things That Machines Can’t Do (And Never Will)

Digital Tonto

For the past century or so, the most reliable path to success has been the ability to retain information and manipulate numbers. That’s what gained entrance into the most prestigious schools and led to a career at a prestigious firm. Yet the reason that information processing has been so highly valued is precisely because humans are so bad at it. Today’s super-powered algorithms can mine vast stores of information and then express that information in writing, images, even sound and film.

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Is Innovation evolving in the way I see it going?

Paul Hobcraft

Innovation is evolving, the future will be different I have been asking Google’s Gemini a series of questions about innovation, how it has evolved in the past twenty-five years, and where it seems to be heading. This is the third and final part of my questioning on looking towards the future and how innovation will evolve, starting from the original thread of looking over the evolution of innovation in the past twenty-five years, since 1999.

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Preparing the Next Generation for a Post-Digital Age

Innovation Excellence

GUEST POST from Greg Satell An education is supposed to prepare you for the future. Traditionally, that meant learning certain facts and skills, like when Columbus discovered America or how to do long division.

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15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence

Large enterprises face unique challenges in optimizing their Business Intelligence (BI) output due to the sheer scale and complexity of their operations. Unlike smaller organizations, where basic BI features and simple dashboards might suffice, enterprises must manage vast amounts of data from diverse sources. What are the top modern BI use cases for enterprise businesses to help you get a leg up on the competition?

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Agile Innovation: How to Embrace Agile Leadership to Innovate at Speed

Viima

In a world dominated by uncertainty, how can we prepare for the unpredictable and keep innovating in what seems like a highly chaotic environment? We simply need to be faster in adapting to change and navigating uncertainty. Studies show that organizations that move faster achieve significantly better results across various metrics, including profitability, operational resilience, organizational health, and growth.

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Is Your Mindset About Generative AI Limiting Your Professional Growth?

Harvard Business Review

Generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) has garnered immense publicity over the past few months. Some believe it’s a passing fad or a threat to human creativity. For young professionals, it’s the source of a unique dilemma: Do you “buy into the hype” of AI and use it as a guidepost for your professional development and ambitions? Or do you stick to the beaten path, focusing on building more traditional skills and pursuing more conventional trajectories?

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Fighting for Innovation in the Trenches

Innovation Excellence

GUEST POST from Geoffrey A. Moore The first principle of managing innovation is that there are three distinct returns on innovation one can invest to achieve. They are: “Unmatchable” differentiation, which confers enormous bargaining power as customers who want what you have “must” select you and “must” pay a premium for your offer.

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The literacy and numeracy revolution happening in Malawi

Christensen Institute

With a GDP per capita of approximately $555 and annual national government expenditure per person at $109 , Malawi is one of the poorest countries in the world. This means spending on virtually everything in Malawi is low, including education. Even though Malawi spent almost 23% of total government expenditure on education from 2017-2019, this amounted to just $52 per capita.

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Your Personal Brand Needs a Refresh. Here’s Where to Start.

Harvard Business Review

In a fast-changing world, it requires both a strategy and disciplined execution to stand out and remain relevant. And since your own career interests, goals, and objectives are likely changing more rapidly than ever, don’t assume that your internal state of mind is reflected in your public brand. Indeed, there’s often a lag between our self-perception and how others view us, and we have to consciously focus on closing that gap to achieve the brand or reputation we seek.

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Why Focusing on Industry Expertise Over Cultural Leadership in C-Suite Hiring is a Strategic Mistake

Tullio Siragusa

Why Focusing on Industry Expertise Over Cultural Leadership in C-Suite Hiring is a Strategic Mistake As businesses continue to evolve, the qualities sought in C-suite leaders must evolve too. Traditionally, companies prioritized hiring executives with deep industry expertise. After all, an executive who knows the ins and outs of a specific market or sector brings a wealth of technical knowledge that seems crucial for navigating industry-specific challenges.

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Prepare Now: 2025s Must-Know Trends For Product And Data Leaders

Speaker: Jay Allardyce, Deepak Vittal, Terrence Sheflin, and Mahyar Ghasemali

As we look ahead to 2025, business intelligence and data analytics are set to play pivotal roles in shaping success. Organizations are already starting to face a host of transformative trends as the year comes to a close, including the integration of AI in data analytics, an increased emphasis on real-time data insights, and the growing importance of user experience in BI solutions.

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Do You Find Growth By Searching, Seeking, or Stalking?

Innovation Excellence

GUEST POST from Robyn Bolton Growth is the lifeblood of any organization, and the quest for growth opportunities is not just a strategic imperative. It is a fundamental necessity because the ability to identify and capitalize on opportunities is a game-changer for companies wanting to achieve sustainable success and stay ahead of the competition.

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Innovation-led Transformation: Unleashing the Power of Middle Managers

Cris Beswick

Transformational initiatives have become a ubiquitous pursuit across the corporate landscape, with a third of significant organisations continuously undertaking some form of large-scale change program. However, the vast majority ultimately fail to deliver lasting impact despite the fanfare and resources dedicated to these efforts. Instilling an authentic innovation-led culture that permeates every level of an enterprise remains an elusive pursuit for many leaders, underscoring the need for a fun

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Your Social Media Presence Can Help You Land (or Lose) a Job Opportunity

Harvard Business Review

Your digital footprint and online activities can have a big effect on how attractive and visible you are to potential employers. How do you notify your network about your job search without sounding too desperate or needy? And if you’re currently employed, how do you walk the tightrope between subtly reaching out to your social media contacts and not setting off alarm bells with your employer?

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The Pitching of the Interconnected Business Ecosystem Framework

Ecosystems4Innovating

Building Interconnected Business Ecosystems I am working to validate and expand on the value proposition of the Interconnected Business Ecosystem Framework and have tried to create, hopefully, a compelling pitch that will bring others on board to advance this initiative. I have published this pitch on both of my primary sites, discussing innovation, business, and ecosystems, as they both provide a combination effect for understanding this framework.

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How To Select the Right Software for Innovation Management

Finding the right innovation management software is like picking a racing bike—it's essential to consider your unique needs rather than just flashy features. This oversight can stall your innovation efforts. Download now to explore key considerations for success!

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Stop Doing What You Did Last Time

Innovation Excellence

GUEST POST from Mike Shipulski If there’s no discomfort, there’s no novelty. When there’s no novelty, it means you did what you did last time. When you do what you did last time, you don’t grow. When you do what you did last time, there’s no learning.

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Get yet2’s New eBook: Unlocking Impact from Open Innovation

Yet2

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, the pursuit of innovation is no longer a luxury but a necessity for survival and growth. Yet, many organizations struggle to harness the full potential of Open Innovation (OI) beyond initial scouting efforts. This is where “ Unlocking Impact from Open Innovation ” steps in as a guiding light, offering insights honed from over 25 years of practical experience by yet2 , your leading Open Innovation partners.

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How to Ask for the Feedback You Really Need

Harvard Business Review

When we ask for feedback on our work, we often get poor-quality feedback that’s not useful or that makes us feel attacked or defensive. Part of the reason is in how we’re asking for feedback. Most requests are too generic, too open, and too late. The result is that you’re more likely to get a heap of opinion rather than a helping of insight. Instead of saying, “I’d love it if you could provide some feedback,” try setting the other person up to add more value by being more prescriptive about what

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Cartas de la Directora. 06

ideas4allinnovation

Casi casi me pasa. Eso que os conté que intentaría que no ocurriera y casi casi ocurre: casi me lleva tanto el día a día que dejo de escribiros. Pero ha sido sin querer, y los finales de año son complejos, que os voy a contar. Pero ya estoy aquí. Y si, he hecho propósitos de año nuevo, creo que por primera vez en mi vida, y mantener Cartas de la Directora, está entre ellos :).

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How To Set Up Innovation So That It Aligns With And Enables Corporate Strategy

Speaker: Paul Heller

Most innovation work proceeds independently from company strategy. As a result, the products that arrive in the market are not well aligned with the company’s goals. This challenge is particularly significant in organizations with transformation-oriented strategies, where innovation must directly support growth, scalability, and strategic pivots. In this session, we will discuss why innovation in large companies is so often not aligned with the company’s strategy and what innovation leaders, pro

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A Case Study on High Performance Teams

Innovation Excellence

New Zealand’s All Blacks GUEST POST from Stefan Lindegaard The New Zealand All Blacks’ rugby team exemplifies high performance through a blend of deep cultural traditions, continuous improvement, and exceptional teamwork. Renowned for their winning legacy, the All Blacks have harnessed their unique team ethos and operational strategies to maintain dominance in international rugby.

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Caen Normandy University

Exoplatform

The University of Caen Normandy is a public institution with a scientific, cultural, and professional character, located in three departments of the Normandy region. This article %% POSTLINK %% appeared first on %% BLOGLINK %%.

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Use Active Listening to Help a Colleague Make a Hard Decision

Harvard Business Review

Imagine a colleague is faced with a high-stakes decision. They’re likely stressed, conflicted, and overwhelmed. In these situations, many of us default to the role of problem-solver. We try to support our colleague by providing our opinion or offering a solution. But to effectively support decision makers in your organization, you need to step back from your own ego and just listen.

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Estrategias Efectivas para Fomentar la Colaboración y el Trabajo en Equipo en la Era Digital

ideas4allinnovation

Crear un entorno de trabajo que fomente la colaboración y el trabajo en equipo es esencial para impulsar la innovación y la creatividad dentro de cualquier organización. En la era digital, donde la tecnología avanza a pasos agigantados, las empresas se enfrentan al desafío constante de innovar para mantenerse competitivas. Este artículo explora cómo las organizaciones pueden fomentar un ambiente colaborativo que promueva la innovación y cómo el uso de software de ideas puede ser un catalizador e

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Driving Responsible Innovation: How to Navigate AI Governance & Data Privacy

Speaker: Aindra Misra, Senior Manager, Product Management (Data, ML, and Cloud Infrastructure) at BILL

Join us for an insightful webinar that explores the critical intersection of data privacy and AI governance. In today’s rapidly evolving tech landscape, building robust governance frameworks is essential to fostering innovation while staying compliant with regulations. Our expert speaker, Aindra Misra, will guide you through best practices for ensuring data protection while leveraging AI capabilities.

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Transactions versus Experiences

Innovation Excellence

GUEST POST from Shep Hyken In the past few months, I’ve been to several concerts. I’d say the entertainers were legends in the industry. Two of them were Bob Dylan and Ringo Starr (of the Beatles). Both are talented beyond words. They both have successful careers.

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The PDCA Cycle: Leveraging Dedicated Software for Continuous Improvement

Qmarkets

Efficient process management is key to helping a business grow and stay competitive. That’s where the PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act) cycle comes in—a straightforward yet powerful approach that companies use to continuously improve their operations. This method breaks down complex processes into manageable steps, making it easier for businesses to stay on top of their game.

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How to Talk to an Employee Who Isn’t Meeting Expectations

Harvard Business Review

Approaching a conversation about improving an employee’s performance requires preparation, empathy, and a focus on collaboration. Even though hearing the truth about their current performance will be tough and potentially hurtful, it’s a teaching moment managers must embrace to help them become more resilient and adept at problem-solving and developing professional relationships.

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Thursday Theory Tips—Uncovering unmet needs for innovation inspiration 

Christensen Institute

Sometimes I’m uninspired to write. Sometimes I blame it on writer’s block, other times I blame it on lack of imagination. But more often than not, I’m uninspired to write because there are so many global issues to address that it’s overwhelming to decide which is the right one to address next. If I have that problem (someone who merely writes about global issues), I can’t imagine how innovators who actually tackle these issues must feel.

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HR Meets AI: The New Way of Keeping Large Workforces Connected and Engaged

Speaker: Miriam Connaughton and Donald Knight

As organizations scale, keeping employees connected, engaged, and productive can seem like a monumental task. But what if AI could help you do all of this and more? AI has the power to help, but the key is implementing it in a way that enhances, rather than replaces, human connection. Join us for an exploration into how industry trailblazers are using AI to transform employee experience at scale while addressing both the potential and the pitfalls.

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The Occitanie region

Exoplatform

Created following the 2014 territorial reform, Occitanie is an administrative region in France that encompasses the former Languedoc-Roussillon and Midi-Pyrénées regions. This article %% POSTLINK %% appeared first on %% BLOGLINK %%.

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Israeli Innovation Forum | 2024

Qmarkets

The essence of the forum is to cultivate a space for mutual learning and networking, and to share case studies and best practices. The meetings will include the participation of leading innovation managers in Israel as well as innovation leaders on the global stage (in the future). The meetings will focus on the practical aspects of managing and fostering innovation within organizations.

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What Really Motivates You at Work?

Harvard Business Review

When we work hard, we generally expect our efforts to be recognized by our employer. And most employers will do just that — showering someone with praise at a company meeting, taking a team to a nice dinner, or quietly delivering a cash bonus. But sometimes an employer’s broader recognition strategy does not align with what its individual workers want and need.

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AI and Innovation Management

eZassi

Amplify Your Innovation Program with AI-Driven Technology Discovery Today’s highly competitive business climate is fueled by the ability to innovate and ride the cutting edge of technology. Companies that fail to embrace emerging technologies risk being eclipsed by more agile, proactive competitors. AI-driven technology discovery revolutionizes the way organizations approach innovation management, creating competitive advantage.

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How to Master Product Portfolio Management

Pursuing product portfolio management excellence empowers organizations to unlock the full potential of their offerings. This comprehensive guide unveils 10 essential keys that serve as the building blocks for success.