Idea to Value

MARCH 26, 2020

A while back, one of my consulting partners from another office asked me to review their client’s innovation process. Their team had been engaged to review why their innovation process was not delivering results. As Peter Drucker famously said: What gets measured, gets managed.

Innovation 249

Innovation Technical Review Innovation Processes Creativity 249

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. The technology is used to reimagine traditional processes and create competitive advantages in the market.

Software Review 131

Software Review ChatGPT Underperforming Technical Team Generative AI 131

Innov8rs

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

With many corporate startups taking inspiration from sources such as Steve Blank’s book The Lean Startup, which was never designed for the context of a large organization, are they in fact doomed to fail? “ In general we find that it takes about three years to build a fully functional capability for strategic innovation.

Technical Review 59

Technical Review Handbook Generative AI Innovation 59

Paul Hobcraft

FEBRUARY 24, 2017

We fail to constantly review and re-engineer the innovation process and tend to layer more upon it, without a consistent reassessing what we are trying to achieve. It is this ‘raw’ power of technology that is transforming much. This often needs different perspectives to form the final position.

Innovation 174

Innovation Technical Review System Change 174

Planview

AUGUST 22, 2024

We review projects each quarter to determine if they remain a priority and if they’re delivering the expected ROI. As a project management leader passionate about process improvement, how have you applied Lean or Agile methodologies to enhance efficiency and reduce waste? I start with a clear North Star and communicate this clearly.

Project 69

Project Resources LEAN Technical Review 69

Qmarkets

JUNE 20, 2023

“This synergy will enhance our powerful technology scouting tool Q-scout and empower our clients to supercharge their open innovation initiatives.” We bring business and technical expertise and a deep network of resources across North and South America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. But it doesn’t have to be so hard.

Open Innovation 98

Open Innovation Technical Review Innovation Management Management 98

Qmarkets

MARCH 28, 2025

It also examines how well-honed strategies and technology can support these methodologies, ensuring long-term success. This framework often incorporates established methodologies such as Six Sigma continuous improvement, lean management , and process mapping to streamline operations and minimize defects. What Is Continuous Improvement?

LEAN 52

LEAN Software Review Technical Review Data 52

whataventure

OCTOBER 12, 2020

Ein Team aus vielen begeisterten Leuten, bei denen Kommunikation, persönliches Engagement und Spaß an der Arbeit ganz groß geschrieben wird, freuen sich darauf mit dir an Projekten von morgen zu arbeiten. Du lebst Lean Startup, Design Thinking, New Work. Blog Startups Technology Top 3. Blog Startups Technology Top 3.

Innovation Management 98

Innovation Management Technical Review Management Innovation 98

Qmarkets

JULY 11, 2024

However corporate innovation is often the most complex and challenging due to its scale and scope. Many organizations face difficulties in establishing effective innovation programs, often due to misaligned strategies, unclear processes, and inadequate tools. Are there unmet customer needs that innovative solutions could address?

Software Review 104

Software Review Technical Review Strategy Strategy 104

whataventure

JULY 14, 2020

Wir bieten dir die Chance gemeinsam mit einem Team aus vielen begeisterten Leuten, bei denen Kommunikation, persönliches Engagement und Spaß an der Arbeit ganz groß geschrieben wird, an den Innovationsprojekten von morgen zu arbeiten. Du lebst Lean Startup, Design Thinking, New Work. Blog Startups Technology Top 3.

Technical Review 96

Technical Review Trends LEAN Design Thinking 96

Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 18, 2019

A “lean” approach amplifies both profits and purpose. A new book by Silicon Valley tech veteran and innovation advocate Ann Mei Chang, Lean Impact: How to Innovate for Radically Greater Social Good explores the unique challenges that can deter social innovation. Are you wed to deploying a particular technology?

Technical Review 100

Technical Review LEAN Innovation Social Innovation 100

Leapfrogging

JUNE 3, 2020

I’ve already written about how the management-consulting industry is being disrupted by various trends like emerging technologies, the commodification of knowledge, and outdated business models. Remote work , lean budgets , and the need for contingency plans are three big trends impacting the industry. Scalable Business Models.

Software Review 130

Software Review Change Technical Review Disruption 130

Business and Tech

DECEMBER 14, 2021

Our panel of experts discusses the political, technological, social, and educational resources the cannabis industry needs to succeed. What kind of technology should cannabis businesses be prioritizing today? I hope our industry leans into the good we’re doing for society, because that message will resonate and motivate.

Technical Review 130

Technical Review Software Review Survey Industry 130

Qmarkets

JULY 31, 2023

.” The partnership between OmniStrada and Qmarkets aims to drive continuous improvement and innovation in Asia, resulting in improved efficiency and productivity, increased competitiveness, cost savings, improved quality, innovation, and employee engagement and retention. But it doesn’t have to be so hard. That’s where we come in.

Culture 98

Culture Technical Review Software Review Roadmap 98

Qmarkets

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Unlike one-off fixes, MPI is an ongoing effort to drive incremental gains while adapting to changing conditions and technologies. When production processes are inefficientwhether due to delays, waste, or inconsistent qualitythe entire operation suffers. Source: Edureka Why is Process Improvement Important in Manufacturing?

Software Review 52

Software Review LEAN Software Technical Review 52

Tim Kastelle

MARCH 7, 2016

Accelerating dynamics and pace of disruption in most industries, in particular triggered by the perfusion of new technologies, lead to decreasing life times of existing business models. Recent research has confirmed successfully disrupting as well as outperforming companies to be significantly more engaged in business model innovation.

Innovation Management 100

Innovation Management Management LEAN Innovation 100

whataventure

JULY 14, 2020

Wir bieten dir die Chance gemeinsam mit einem Team aus vielen begeisterten Leuten, bei denen Kommunikation, persönliches Engagement und Spaß an der Arbeit ganz groß geschrieben wird, an den Innovationsprojekten von morgen zu arbeiten. Du lebst Lean Startup, Design Thinking, New Work. Blog Startups Technology Top 3.

Technical Review 80

Technical Review Trends LEAN Design Thinking 80

Leapfrogging

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Introduction to New Product Development In an era marked by rapid technological advancements and shifting consumer preferences, the ability to innovate and execute new product development (NPD) effectively is a cornerstone of business success. At its core, design thinking involves five phases: empathize, define, ideate, prototype, and test.

Product Development 100

Product Development Strategy Strategy Artificial Inteligence 100

Paul Hobcraft

NOVEMBER 6, 2017

The view offered in this article suggests four pillars to be put into place: 1) A Committed and Engaged Leadership, 2) A Comprehensive Innovation Strategy, 3) A Sustained Mindset Shift and 4) A Comprehensive Tool Kit. Achieving a Committed & Engaged Leadership. So taking Rick’s four pillars as the shape of this post.

Innovation 157

Innovation Leadership Design Tools 157

Moves the Needle

OCTOBER 8, 2018

This is the story of how SAY San Diego is using Lean Innovation to create real, powerful change in their community. They were having recent trouble operating efficiently and keeping their programs fresh due to a lack of process around testing new ideas and exploring potential opportunities.

LEAN 75

LEAN Change Case Study Underperforming Technical Team 75

Paul Hobcraft

JULY 29, 2015

In recent years our innovation understanding and its management have significantly changed, due to numerous factors that have been happening. These have been advances in technology, methodology or design- thinking and we do need to stop and think about how we could do ‘things’ differently by asking “what is possible?

Technical Review 100

Technical Review Innovation LEAN Software Review 100

Paul Hobcraft

JULY 25, 2016

I could outline countless ways to work through different examples, set about a strategic and operational digital transformation roadmap, to combine effective knowledge from people and excellence gained from what you need to do in IT and your technologies to get this going, but I will not here, as this is an opening primer, not a solution.

Innovation 133

Innovation Technical Review Technology Disruption 133

Leapfrogging

JUNE 3, 2020

I’ve already written about how the management-consulting industry is being disrupted by various trends like emerging technologies, the commodification of knowledge, and outdated business models. Remote work , lean budgets , and the need for contingency plans are three big trends impacting the industry. Scalable Business Models.

Software Review 100

Software Review Change Technical Review Disruption 100

Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Their speech not only serves to inform but also to inspire and motivate attendees to engage with the event’s agenda and goals. These qualities include, but are not limited to, expertise in the field, an engaging presence, and the ability to connect and communicate effectively with diverse audiences.

Technical Review 130

Technical Review Engagement Meeting Culture 130

CMOE

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Lean on these 23 best learning and development blogs to gain insights on elevating L&D at your organization. Compared to other L&D blogs, ELM offers articles that lean into the psychology and science of learning and how to leverage that to bolster growth at your company. CMOE is here to drive you in the right direction.

Learning 98

Learning Tips Technical Review Training 98

Qmarkets

JULY 25, 2024

Trend Monitoring and Technology Scouting: Keeping abreast of market trends, emerging technologies, and industry developments to identify new opportunities and threats. It encompasses identifying emerging trends and technologies that could impact the business. Successful innovation management goes beyond handling ideas.

Software Review 98

Software Review Strategy Strategy Management 98

CMOE

APRIL 21, 2023

Knowing how to make virtual training more engaging is crucial to meet the needs of the workforce. With virtual training front and center, business leaders must find strategic ways to spark community and engagement in their learning programs. This actionable guide will demonstrate how you can engage your team.

Training 52

Training Engagement How To LEAN 52

Tim Kastelle

MARCH 13, 2016

Co-Innovation and startup engagement. Another way is to “outsource” exploration through external engagement with startups. On top of this, from an incumbents’ point of view, there are legitimate reasons for rejecting a new technology. It will become a hotbed for innovation in 2016 and the coming years.

Innovation Management 100

Innovation Management Underperforming Technical Team Management Innovation 100

Paul Hobcraft

JULY 10, 2016

The basics of innovation still form around building engagement, leadership, involvement, in constructing a culture, the climate and environment needed, so as to allow innovation to evolve. You see progress but it still seems maddeningly slow as dedicated innovation resources are still very ‘thin’ on the ground.

Innovation 150

Innovation Technical Review Change Agile 150

CMOE

APRIL 14, 2023

And today, on top of providing value, leaders are tasked with ensuring technical components go smoothly. Solution: Focus on the Facilitator Mindset Leadership consultant Dr. Flo Falayi encourages leaders to lean on what they call “The Facilitator Mindset.” Be sure to use movements like hand gestures to elevate engagement.

Technical Review 52

Technical Review Underperforming Technical Team Video LEAN 52

Integrative Innovation

MARCH 16, 2014

The corresponding integration of incremental and radical innovation can basically be achieved in different ways: Building ambidextrous and lean startup capabilities. As outlined in earlier posts , organizations need to balance exploitation (i.e. development of existing business) and exploration (i.e. – different processes.

Radical Innovation 83

Radical Innovation LEAN Underperforming Technical Team Disruption 83

Leapfrogging

APRIL 10, 2024

They may share insights on techniques for effective ideation such as design thinking, mind mapping, and leveraging technology for collaborative brainstorming sessions. They may also delve into methodologies like lean startup principles and agile development to illustrate how continuous testing can lead to successful outcomes.

Innovation 113

Innovation Ideation Innovation Processes Leadership 113

Paul Hobcraft

AUGUST 20, 2015

Simply put companies ‘die’ due to their inability to adapt to change and transformation projects fail because the message somehow fails to register and never gets completed to the original objectives. This requires technology to be central to this different thinking, alongside a radical shift in how we see innovation.

Change 100

Change Technical Review LEAN Design 100

Paul Hobcraft

NOVEMBER 22, 2015

Consultants are not addressing many of the changes occurring and ignoring opportunities to adapt to different circumstances, they are simply not putting up a strong case of their engagement by redesigning their business models or opening themselves up to different forms of collaboration.

Innovation 60

Innovation Technical Review Collaboration Leadership 60

The BMI Lab Blog

JANUARY 26, 2018

We can summarize their business approach in the following points: The Chinese customers are avid buyers of technology. Lean value” focus: This approach is supported by the nature of the market. How do Chinese innovators work? Chinese innovators work in a swift, flexible and creative way.

Technical Review 73

Technical Review Innovation LEAN Software Review 73

Paul Hobcraft

JULY 25, 2016

I could outline countless ways to work through different examples, set about a strategic and operational digital transformation roadmap, to combine effective knowledge from people and excellence gained from what you need to do in IT and your technologies to get this going, but I will not here, as this is an opening primer, not a solution.

Innovation 120

Innovation Technical Review Technology Disruption 120

Planview

JULY 30, 2024

Technology companies want to deliver products better and faster, but as it is, demand often exceeds capacity, visibility is limited, rework is too common, and investments lack focus. In their research, Gene and Steven reviewed common efficiency design systems like Lean, Agile, DevOps, and the Toyota Production System.

Technical Review 52

Technical Review CTO Learning Handbook 52