Paul Hobcraft

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Innovation thinking in Ecosystem and Gen AI design I believe there is a real need to construct a different innovation process. We are rapidly seeing the past of innovating simply in terms of operating on our own. Earlier this year, I proposed a different framework for the innovation process and thinking.

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Gregg Fraley

JUNE 27, 2017

Denver, Colorado — Innovation & Facilitation Training — Two Public Courses. In late August I’m co-hosting and delivering two public courses on Innovation in Denver. My experience is mostly with corporate innovation, so, we’ve got perspectives and insights for both contexts. August 28, 2017.

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Gregg Fraley

AUGUST 22, 2018

Training Accelerates Innovation. 94% of managers are unsatisfied with their companies innovation performance. 70% of CEO’s see innovation as a key driver of growth. Why then is corporate America so woefully undertrained in innovation fundamentals? Energy is Not Enough, Get Training in Innovation .

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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

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Open Innovation Culture Knowledge Sharing and Open Access : Foster a culture of openness where participants willingly share knowledge, data, and best practices. This can be facilitated through open-access repositories, public databases, and collaborative research projects.

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Gregg Fraley

JANUARY 4, 2019

Innovation Learning Points From the Great Faucet DIY Fiasco. DIY is a Form of Innovation. I’m the Abraham Lincoln of home fix-it DIY projects. As an innovation consultant who is a facilitator, team builder, idea person, and strategist, my need for hands-on engineering skills are minimal. Innovation is Projects.

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Paul Hobcraft

JANUARY 28, 2023

Innovation management software is expected to continue to evolve and improve in the coming years. Increased integration with other business tools, such as project management and collaboration software. More emphasis on data analytics and reporting to help companies better understand and track their innovation efforts.

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Paul Hobcraft

MARCH 20, 2024

So, how do we undertake this need to think through and recognize a new innovative way of discovery. Thinking through any engagement process, one that is required to break through traditional innovation processes needs to break down the new areas of discovery.

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Qmarkets

JULY 18, 2024

Establishing a clear innovation strategy is the first step, laying the foundation for effective innovation management. In this article, we’ll explore essential best practices for managing innovation , from fostering a culture of creativity to leveraging cutting-edge technology.

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IdeaScale

AUGUST 10, 2021

Idea sharing is the first step in the innovation process. Take advantage of IdeaScale’s innovation services to get the most out of your crowdsourcing experience. Collaborate on Innovative Projects. Collaborate on innovation projects. Project staffing. Community and campaign training.

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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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The BMI Lab Blog

NOVEMBER 2, 2017

Innovation is all about learning by doing. Training people to be innovative is not just about teaching a specific range of skills. Managers looking to create a high-performance and innovative team will also face several cultural challenges. What is the best way to train these traits? It is far more complicated.

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Gregg Fraley

AUGUST 30, 2016

Projects, Projects, Projects. Innovation is complex and difficult — but one thing about it is not. What’s quite simple about innovation is that projects are what make innovation real. are Not Innovation. Unless they are in the context of an actual project. Some will fail.

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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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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. What most companies get wrong about innovation processes. So what can we do about it?

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Idea to Value

JANUARY 7, 2022

This would be a company where only a small number of people are trained in innovation capabilities, and their remit is primarily around finding a market, such as through ethnographic research and design thinking. Positives: Each brand will have numerous resources skilled in 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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Qmarkets

AUGUST 20, 2024

The Key Components of an Innovation Framework An effective framework is built on several key components that work together to ensure a systematic and successful approach to innovation. These components provide the structure needed to guide the entire innovation process , from idea generation to implementation.

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Qmarkets

JULY 18, 2024

This article will guide you through more effective options, highlighting advanced integrated innovation management platforms that can help your business thrive on its innovation journey. What is Innovation Software? At its core, it helps businesses systematically manage the flow of ideas from inception to implementation.

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Leapfrogging

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

By blending innovation into your strategy, you’re cooking up a plan that’s as flexible as a yoga guru and keeps you ahead of the pack. For a deeper dive, check out our piece on connecting business strategy and the innovation process. Agile’s all about being quick on your feet and staying nimble with projects.

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Qmarkets

JULY 25, 2024

Onboarding Strategies Develop a structured onboarding process to integrate new talent seamlessly. Provide mentorship programs and continuous training to help new employees adapt and thrive in the innova t ion ecosystem. Reward and Recognition Systems To sustain a culture of innovation, employees must feel valued and motivated.

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Open Innovation EU

SEPTEMBER 14, 2016

As part of a simulation game on innovation management we have been running at universities and in corporate training programs for over 4 years now, we have developed an integrative model for dealing with innovation management on a daily basis. Based on a visionary criteria – radical or incremental?

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Qmarkets

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Merits: Simplicity and Accessibility: Easy to implement with minimal setup, these tools are accessible to all team members without requiring extensive training. Project Management Tools Project management tools, such as Trello, Asana, or Jira, are often repurposed as idea collection tools within teams.

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Leapfrogging

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Training and Support : Hooking your team up with training and the right tools makes it easier to roll with changes. Check out connecting business strategy and the innovation process. Employee Involvement : Teamwork makes the dream work! They’ll be more pumped and ready to get on board with new stuff.

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Leapfrogging

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Check out our article on mixing business strategy with the innovation process. The Perks of Innovation in Your Game Plan Let’s face it: innovation is the secret sauce in any killer business strategy. Provide Resources : Make sure your team has the tools, training, and time to work their magic.

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Qmarkets

JULY 11, 2024

Implement robust processes to guide innovation activities from ideation to execution. Develop a stage-gate process for managing projects through different phases and use methodologies like Agile or Lean for flexibility and efficiency. Fostering a culture of innovation is crucial.

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Idea to Value

JANUARY 26, 2022

While some antibodies will just voice their disagreement with an innovation project, they will not have the ability to stop the project. They will however sap the speed at which the project can progress, and often also drain the energy of the team trying to execute the innovation. Status Quo Supporter.

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Leapfrogging

MARCH 19, 2024

Traditional Stages and Gates Framework The traditional stages and gates process is a project management approach used to drive new products and services from concept to launch. By integrating AI into the innovation process, companies can uncover valuable insights, streamline workflows, and make more informed decisions.

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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. Gregg is an entertaining teller of real-world innovation stories.

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Qmarkets

JULY 11, 2024

Basic Collaboration Tools Basic collaboration tools include email, shared documents, and basic project management software. General Project Management Software General project management software , such as Trello, Asana, or Monday.com, offers a range of features for task management and collaboration.

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IdeaScale

MARCH 7, 2017

When these components are in place, your innovation process becomes predictable and encourages participation across the spectrum. Innovation and problems go hand and hand because problems are the source of which opportunities to implement new ideas are born and iterated upon. Opportunity Identification and Campaign Creation.

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Yet2

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

As part of our OI training, we cover a lot of this in detail, but here are few key snippets of learnings. As you navigate this approach, we are here to guide you, offering the coaching and support needed to ensure your efforts yield the innovation breakthroughs you are aiming for. Identify the first key stakeholders/champions.

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Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Drive Results : Focused on impact, they turn innovative concepts into tangible outcomes that contribute to organizational growth. These programs should focus on enhancing innovation leadership skills that align with the organization’s vision for innovation.

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Gregg Fraley

JANUARY 23, 2015

Outsourcing innovation project management might be the most strategic money you spend this year. But first: If you’ve not got an innovation plan in the process of being executed, right now, you are treading water and will eventually drown. So what’s stopping you from kicking off an innovation initiative?

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The BMI Lab Blog

OCTOBER 27, 2017

Creativity is not a gift but a skill we can train with proper tools. When we introduce somebody to innovation methodologies, especially those focused on business models, the role of creativity topic usually comes up. The most common question is whether we need to use creativity or not to innovate. Analogy cards.

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Idea Champions

JULY 8, 2020

We help people make meaningful adjustments of vision, insight, and perception so they can acknowledge, embrace, and apply their innate ability to be more creative on the job -- and, for those clients who want to reinvent their "innovation process", we help them figure it out. And we can train your people to do the same thing we do.

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Gregg Fraley

OCTOBER 1, 2020

I just completed a rigorous, month-long, front-end of innovation process with a client — and I’ve never met them face to face. I consulted with management to focus a rapid innovation process effort. The other project did my heart some good, helping small business people recover from Covid19.

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