Leapfrogging

MARCH 21, 2025

By incorporating AI into your innovation management processes, you can enhance your ability to validate new ideas effectively, ensuring that your organization remains competitive and innovative in a rapidly changing market. Lead Successful Innovation Projects! This leads to faster validation cycles and more agile decision-making.

Artificial Inteligence 130

Artificial Inteligence Analysis Trends Innovation Management 130

Jeffrey Phillips

AUGUST 26, 2021

No, today I want to talk about the differences and problems when companies focus on innovation as a discrete project, versus what they really need, innovation as a competency or capability. Plus, innovation as a project demonstrates some investment in innovation but controls for cost and risk.

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Project Underperforming Technical Team Innovation Training 160

IdeaScale

JULY 4, 2017

I’m always surprised at the number of organizations I speak with that tell me they don’t have any training programs for their employees. Less than a half-day of effective training can make a big difference in helping people to generate more and better ideas for a crowdsourcing project. Learn through doing.

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Training How To Innovation Ideation 124

Leapfrogging

MARCH 21, 2025

Whether you are involved in ai for idea generation , ai in design thinking , or ai for rapid prototyping , AI can provide valuable inputs at every stage of the innovation process. Lead Successful Innovation Projects! You may need to invest in training your team or hiring experts to ensure a smooth integration process.

Artificial Inteligence 130

Artificial Inteligence Analysis Trends Data 130

Paul Hobcraft

JANUARY 28, 2023

Increased integration with other business tools, such as project management and collaboration software. Integration with other tools: Making the software easily integrate with other tools and systems that companies are already using, such as CRM, ERP, and project management software, could make it more appealing to adopters.

Software 182

Software Innovation Management Artificial Inteligence Management 182

Leapfrogging

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Letting your crew pitch their ideas makes them feel a bit more in charge and less like they’re being dragged along for the ride. Training and Support : Hooking your team up with training and the right tools makes it easier to roll with changes. Employee Involvement : Teamwork makes the dream work!

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Underperforming Technical Team Strategy Strategy Design Thinking 113

Leapfrogging

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

By mixing in some new ideas and practices into your strategic plan, you’re setting the stage for growth and keeping your competitive mojo going. Encouraging Cross-functional Collaboration and Idea Generation Mixing folks from different corners of your company can light the spark for fresh ideas and innovative shifts.

Innovation 113

Innovation Agile Creativity Brainstorming 113

IdeaScale

MAY 28, 2019

An innovation engineer is trained in advanced methods and tools for creating innovative ideas, accelerating projects, and solving problems that inevitably arise during innovation adoption. Chief Innovation Officers can expect to earn around $180,000 annually in base salary. Innovation Engineer.

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Innovation Leadership Crowdsourcing Training 164

Jeffrey Phillips

OCTOBER 12, 2021

Entrepreneurs are naturally risk tolerant or even risk seeking, but corporations have been trained and refined over time to mitigate and minimize risk and uncertainty. So any new idea is often called into question, and closely examined for risk. In fact, many ideas hope to do just that.

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Innovation Project Tips Resources 208

Idea to Value

NOVEMBER 27, 2019

For example, a project team with strong capabilities to deliver innovation can be prevented from succeeding by a management team with inappropriate governance processes. Idea Generation: Generate creative new ideas that address the identified challenges, beyond basic brainstorming exercises.

Company 301

Company Underperforming Technical Team Innovation Leadership 301

Gregg Fraley

OCTOBER 4, 2018

If you’re in the Chicago or Denver areas, check out these innovation training course offerings. This essential training for leaders and project managers provides answers, and from an industry thought leader. Innovation Intensive will help you improve the effectiveness of innovation projects. How do you get there?

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Course Training Brainstorming Design Thinking 53

Gregg Fraley

AUGUST 28, 2018

It examines culture assessment, strategy, and on-going project management. In addition, it covers management mandates, project cycles, resourcing, idea management systems, idea generation, concept development, prototyping, and pitch presentations. This is a compelling and informative training course.

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Course Training Innovation Brainstorming 26

Gregg Fraley

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

The Sins That Ruin Idea Generation. ” Well, you bother because you need ideas. Rarely does a casual brainstorm generate a breakthrough idea. And, if a good idea doesn’t become a project, some actual real world action, what’s the point? Redefine Brainstorming If You Want Results. .

Brainstorming 111

Brainstorming Idea Generation Guidelines Study 111

Gregg Fraley

AUGUST 22, 2018

Training Accelerates Innovation. Energy is Not Enough, Get Training in Innovation . Energy is Not Enough, Get Training in Innovation . When I step into a room to facilitate a strategy, innovation, or idea generation session I usually find a great deal of energy. And yes, this can be trained. Almost always.

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Training Innovation Idea Generation Creative Thinking 48

Paul Hobcraft

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

AI Initial Investigative Work: Before diving into full-scale AI generative thinking, preliminary research and development becomes necessary. Verification and Validation: It’s critical to validate the generated ideas to ensure they align with your organization’s goals, are technically feasible, and have real-world applicability.

Generative AI 162

Generative AI Design Innovation Innovation Processes 162

Gregg Fraley

JANUARY 26, 2017

This is a high value training. Essentially this is intensive, hands-on workshop that trains people in innovation frameworks, and tools for strategy, ideation, research, and project management. One very different aspect of this training is the time spent on exploring how to do Concept Blending.

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Training Idea Generation Innovation Ideation 40

Leapfrogging

DECEMBER 10, 2024

By prioritizing innovation training programs and embracing an innovation culture transformation , you can ensure your organization stays ahead of the curve. This includes reviewing how ideas are generated, developed, and implemented. How do you prioritize and fund innovative projects?

Underperforming Technical Team 100

Underperforming Technical Team Innovation Training Culture 100

Paul Hobcraft

MARCH 20, 2024

AI Initial Investigative Work: Before diving into full-scale AI generative thinking, preliminary research and development becomes necessary. Verification and Validation: It’s critical to validate the generated ideas to ensure they align with your organization’s goals, are technically feasible, and have real-world applicability.

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Engagement Generative AI Innovation Collaboration 162

Gregg Fraley

JUNE 27, 2017

Denver, Colorado — Innovation & Facilitation Training — Two Public Courses. If you take this course you’ll know why and how to move forward with results oriented innovation projects. day Advanced Facilitation Training workshop. Register for the training(s) here. . Advanced Facilitation Training.

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Training Ideation Course Innovation 0

Jeffrey Phillips

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

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. Next, find the best people to do innovation work and give them the skills necessary to lead and conduct innovation projects.

Innovation 120

Innovation Culture Training Innovation Processes 120

Leapfrogging

DECEMBER 10, 2024

As an executive or leader, you play a crucial role in cultivating this culture through strategic guidance, leadership development, and employee training. For example, set aside time and resources for employees to work on passion projects or host regular brainstorming sessions where all ideas are welcome.

Culture 100

Culture Innovation Culture of Innovation Collaboration 100

Qmarkets

JULY 25, 2024

Idea Generation and Capture: Creating an environment that encourages new ideas from all levels of the organization. Evaluation and Prioritization: Assessing the potential impact, feasibility, and alignment of ideas with strategic objectives. Enhanced visibility and coordination of innovation projects within the company.

Software Review 98

Software Review Strategy Strategy Management 98

Gregg Fraley

AUGUST 30, 2016

Projects, Projects, Projects. What’s quite simple about innovation is that projects are what make innovation real. Unless they are in the context of an actual project. Training is not innovation. That thing is innovation projects. Some projects will be authorized and mandated, some will not be.

Project 50

Project Innovation Big Data Brainstorming 50

InnovationTraining.org

MAY 9, 2022

When it comes to developing innovative solutions to unique organizational challenges or your own life, using tried and true methods to brainstorm ideas and find the best possible solution can be a great way to achieve your goals. Oftentimes, we suffer by combining these two processes into one, stifling idea generation.

Creativity 110

Creativity Brainstorming Ideation Training 110

Gregg Fraley

AUGUST 30, 2019

Public Training Offering — Getting Innovation Started. Gregg Fraley Innovation (GFi) and The Society of Innovators at Purdue Northwest Collaborate on Public Training Seminar. It will focus on how to get initiatives started and how to avoid common pitfalls and mistakes that impede project success. PORTAGE, Ind.

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Training Innovation Case Study Creative Process 45

Leapfrogging

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Engaging in innovation training programs and innovation mindset training can be instrumental in equipping yourself and your team with the necessary skills to drive innovation forward. Encouraging a growth mindset can be further supported by innovation training programs designed to shift perspectives and unleash potential.

Leadership 100

Leadership Strategy Strategy Innovation 100

Gregg Fraley

NOVEMBER 20, 2018

But in the spirit of an Economic Development “What If…” What If all those other Amazon bidders had put that same energy, and money, into doing innovation projects that are smaller in scale, but, new, different, and clever in their regions? What kind of innovation projects might they have done instead?

Underperforming Technical Team 45

Underperforming Technical Team Training Brainstorming Innovation 45

Leapfrogging

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Empowerment and Autonomy : Give employees the autonomy to pursue new ideas and take ownership of their projects. Continuous Learning : Invest in innovation training programs that provide your team with the skills and knowledge necessary to drive innovation forward. Bolsters confidence in pursuing novel initiatives.

Culture 100

Culture Innovation Training Collaboration 100

Qmarkets

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Common Barriers to Implementation Success Volume of Ideas: For organizations that actively encourage ideation, the sheer number of ideas generated can become overwhelming. Actionable steps transform abstract concepts into structured projects. Assign Task Owners: Clear accountability drives momentum and minimizes delays.

Software Review 59

Software Review Ideation How To Underperforming Technical Team 59

Gregg Fraley

APRIL 20, 2021

Accelerate the Momentum of Work and Life Projects With Focused Creativity. MCPS Training Available on April 29th, 1 to 4:30 Eastern. Nor has the focusing power of projects, or “concept blending” ideation tools designed to achieve breakthrough ideas. Get the Training in MCPS. Everyone Needs Momentum!

Creativity 98

Creativity Training LEAN Tools 98

Leapfrogging

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Provide your employees with innovation training programs and innovation mindset training to equip them with the tools they need to contribute effectively to your innovation goals. Resource Allocation : Ensure your team has access to the resources they need to innovate, from time to experiment to funds for new projects.

Culture of Innovation 100

Culture of Innovation Culture Innovation Training 100

Jeffrey Phillips

MAY 20, 2016

No matter how much you train people, they can only implement the tools and techniques if they are allowed to There is no commonly agreed innovation standard. Perhaps the closest anyone has come is in Creative Problem Solving, which I would think is probably the best answer to innovation training. Born, or Made?

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Innovation Training Exercises Tools 113

Leapfrogging

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Your commitment to innovation training programs and innovation mindset training signals a clear prioritization of innovation within the company. Collaboration and Empowerment Innovative leaders understand that great ideas can come from anywhere within the organization. An innovation culture begins at the top.

Leadership 100

Leadership Roadmap Innovation Culture of Innovation 100

Innovation in Practice

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

Conducting regular training courses in creativity methods and innovation management. Innovative companies use innovation to differentiate themselves by: Conducting regular idea generation workshops within business units. Being open to ideas from outside sources to make non-obvious connections to internal projects.

Culture of Innovation 99

Culture of Innovation Culture Innovation Idea Generation 99

Jeffrey Phillips

MAY 22, 2023

I'm ready to dive back in, to write about innovation, to lead innovation projects and to build up an innovation competency in the firms where people want to get good work done. But, we got started, getting some initial training from Tim Hurson , who wrote Think Better, a great book on innovation thinking, creativity and facilitation.

Artificial Inteligence 120

Artificial Inteligence ChatGPT Innovation Generative AI 120

Jeffrey Phillips

MAY 26, 2015

I was leading an innovation training session, talking about the reasons for conducting trend spotting and scenario planning prior to idea generation. They typically have few tools to help re-prioritize projects and almost always have the wrong skills available for the next project in the hopper.

Underperforming Technical Team 100

Underperforming Technical Team Innovation Product Development Development Team Review 100

Qmarkets

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

This often involves training employees to think beyond organizational silos and embrace insights from diverse sources. To overcome this, companies can provide training on the benefits of open innovation and highlight examples where external collaboration has driven success.

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Open Innovation Software Innovation Management Strategy 52