Leapfrogging

MARCH 26, 2025

Instead of building a rigid business plan based on speculative projections, DDP encourages teams to identify key uncertainties, design experiments, and refine the strategy as new information emerges. R&D teams exploring emerging technologies. Below is a practical guide to applying DDP in innovation projects.

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Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Core Competence Analysis: A Practical Guide for Strategy Projects Core Competence Analysis is a strategic framework used to identify an organizations unique strengths that provide a competitive advantage. These competencies allow Apple to maintain a premium position in the tech industry. What is Core Competence Analysis?

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Leapfrogging

MARCH 26, 2025

Business Model Canvas in Innovation In innovation projects, the Business Model Canvas serves as a foundation for building scalable and customer-focused solutions. The canvas fits into real-world innovation projects by helping to: Define how a new product or service will generate value. Lead Successful Innovation Projects!

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Leapfrogging

MARCH 26, 2025

By intentionally diversifying innovation investments, companies can sustain day-to-day operations, capitalize on near-term opportunities, and simultaneously prepare for future shifts in market dynamics or technology. By using this model, teams can: Prioritize projects based on impact and alignment with strategy.

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Idea to Value

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

You may know that in addition to my work on innovation and creativity , I work as a professional Project Manager. As I’ve just finished leading an 18-month project, I am reflecting on how project management and leading teams is changing as Artificial Intelligence becomes more common in the workplace. Let’s dive in.

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Leapfrogging

APRIL 3, 2025

This model helps organizations avoid stagnation by encouraging them to invest in new capabilities, markets, and technologies even while maintaining and optimizing existing operations. Assess the Current Portfolio Start by reviewing all ongoing and planned innovation projects.

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Leapfrogging

MARCH 21, 2025

By leveraging AI, you can enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of your innovation projects. This technology can be applied across various stages of innovation, from idea generation to product development. AI Applications in Resource Allocation AI can significantly improve how you allocate resources in your innovation projects.

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TechEmpower Innovation

AUGUST 14, 2023

Why do this without the right technical advisor? Just like attorneys, technical advisors can help navigate waters that many find murky. Actually, many startups need two kinds of technical advisors. CTO Founder – Do they really still need a technical advisor? Would you create contracts without an attorney?

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Technical Review Fractional CTO Software Review Underperforming Technical Team 156

Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Strategy Uncertainty Map: A Practical Guide for Strategy Projects A Strategy Uncertainty Map is a structured framework used to assess and manage uncertainties that could impact an organizations strategic decisions. Key questions to consider: What business goals or strategic initiatives are at risk due to uncertainty?

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Leapfrogging

MARCH 18, 2025

Five Forces Model: A Practical Guide for Strategy Projects The Five Forces Model , developed by Michael Porter , is a strategic framework that helps organizations analyze the competitive forces shaping an industry. Lead Successful Strategy Projects! Technological advancements that create substitutes.

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MARCH 20, 2025

Porter’s Diamond Model: A Practical Guide for Strategy Projects The Diamond Model , developed by Michael Porter , is a strategic framework that helps businesses and policymakers understand the factors that influence a nations competitive advantage. Lead Successful Strategy Projects! What is Porter’s Diamond Model?

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Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Gap Analysis: A Practical Guide for Strategy Projects Gap Analysis is a structured framework used to evaluate the difference between an organizations current performance and its desired future state. This analysis is widely used across industries, from business operations and project management to human resources and product development.

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Leapfrogging

MARCH 18, 2025

First Mover Advantage: A Practical Guide for Strategy Projects First Mover Advantage (FMA) is a strategic concept where a company gains a competitive edge by being the first to enter a new market or introduce a groundbreaking product or service. Lead Successful Strategy Projects! What is the First Mover Advantage?

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MARCH 26, 2025

Disruptive Innovation is not just about technological breakthroughs. Individuals or groups excluded from the market due to cost or complexity. Applying technology to remove intermediaries or reduce steps. Lead Successful Innovation Projects! Innovation Scalability Checklist Reviews readiness for broader rollout.

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Leapfrogging

APRIL 3, 2025

A Business Case is a structured document or presentation that evaluates the merits of a proposed project or initiative. A well-developed business case provides stakeholders with the information needed to make informed decisions about whether to move forward with a project. Leadership is reviewing proposals for capital investment.

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Leapfrogging

MARCH 12, 2025

Critical Success Factors: A Practical Guide for Strategy Projects Critical Success Factors (CSFs) are the key areas of performance that are essential for an organization to achieve its strategic objectives. Lead Successful Strategy Projects! Innovation and Technology How effectively the company adopts and applies new technology.

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Leapfrogging

MARCH 26, 2025

It allows teams to imagine, prototype, and test new business possibilities that aren’t limited by current processes, technologies, or assumptions. Key industries, technologies, or capabilities to build upon. Analyze Emerging Trends and Disruptions White space opportunities often stem from shifts in: Technology (e.g.,

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Paul Hobcraft

OCTOBER 17, 2024

The ability to access cutting-edge research, market insights, and technical know-how from a wide network is a key driver of innovation. Investors are more willing to fund projects within a thriving ecosystem because they see the support network and collaborative potential as reducing the likelihood of failure.

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Leapfrogging

MARCH 11, 2025

Hoshin Planning System: A Practical Guide for Strategy Projects The Hoshin Planning System , also known as Hoshin Kanri , is a strategic planning methodology that aligns an organizations long-term vision with day-to-day operational execution. Lead Successful Strategy Projects! Joint performance reviews to identify improvement areas.

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MARCH 7, 2025

Strategy Map: A Practical Guide for Strategy Projects A strategy map is a visual representation of an organizations strategic objectives and how they interconnect across different business functions. Lead Successful Strategy Projects! Learning and Growth Employee development, technology investment, corporate culture.

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Leapfrogging

MARCH 27, 2025

Technology Integration : Integrating AI tools with existing systems can be complex. Employee Resistance : Employees may resist AI-driven changes due to fear of job displacement or lack of understanding. Lead Successful Change Management Projects! Compatibility with your current technology stack is crucial.

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MARCH 26, 2025

It now applies across business functions, including customer service, technology, marketing, supply chain, and product development. Benchmarking in Innovation Benchmarking plays a critical role in real-world innovation projects by providing data-driven insights that inform both strategy and execution. Customer reviews or rankings.

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Leapfrogging

MARCH 19, 2025

Mullin’s Seven Domains Model: A Practical Guide for Strategy Projects The Seven Domains Model , developed by John Mullins , is a strategic framework designed to help entrepreneurs, business leaders, and investors evaluate the viability of a new business venture or strategic initiative. Lead Successful Strategy Projects!

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MARCH 11, 2025

OGSM Strategy Framework: A Practical Guide for Strategy Projects The OGSM Strategy Framework (Objectives, Goals, Strategies, and Measures) is a structured strategic planning tool used by organizations to clarify vision, set priorities, and ensure execution. Lead Successful Strategy Projects! What is OGSM Strategy Framework?

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Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Exploring the Role of an AI Consultant An AI consultant is a professional who helps businesses integrate artificial intelligence technologies into their operations. This role not only positions you at the forefront of technological innovation but also offers numerous professional and personal benefits.

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FEBRUARY 28, 2025

SWOT Analysis: A Practical Guide for Strategy Projects SWOT Analysis is a strategic planning framework used to evaluate an organizations internal strengths and weaknesses as well as external opportunities and threats. Lead Successful Strategy Projects! Technology and innovation Patents, R&D capabilities, proprietary software.

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Leapfrogging

MARCH 18, 2025

GE McKinsey 9-Box Matrix: A Practical Guide for Strategy Projects The GE McKinsey 9-Box Matrix is a strategic portfolio management tool that helps organizations assess and prioritize their business units, product lines, or investment opportunities. Lead Successful Strategy Projects! What is the GE McKinsey 9-Box Matrix?

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eZassi

MARCH 6, 2025

Technology discovery and scouting are essential activities for enterprise innovation programs and R&D departments to identify emerging technologies, startups, and market trends that can drive competitive advantage. Ezassis technology discovery services are designed to uncover these opportunities through tailored research programs.

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Leapfrogging

MARCH 19, 2025

Kays Distinctive Capabilities Framework: A Practical Guide for Strategy Projects Kays Distinctive Capabilities Framework , developed by John Kay , is a strategic model that helps organizations identify and leverage their unique competitive advantages. Lead Successful Strategy Projects! What is Kays Distinctive Capabilities Framework?

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Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

They bridge the gap between advanced technological capabilities and practical business applications. You may find yourself working on projects involving machine learning, natural language processing, computer vision, and other AI-related technologies.

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Idea to Value

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

This new management method makes it nearly impossible for innovation teams to fail at delivering multiple challenging innovation projects faster, with less risk and lower required budgets. Most innovation experts often say that traditional management processes are not the way to run innovation projects. And this is true.

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Jeffrey Phillips

OCTOBER 3, 2019

I'm returning today to one of my favorite activities - a book review. The book I'm reviewing today is entitled What about the Future? It was written by Fred Phillips, who is a professor and also the editor of the journal Technological Forecasting and Societal Change.

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Leapfrogging

MARCH 21, 2025

Whether refining a new technology, developing a consumer product, or introducing a novel business strategy, Concept Screening ensures that businesses stay focused on the most viable and impactful opportunities. This involves: Reviewing top concepts with key stakeholders and decision-makers. Lead Successful Change Management Projects!

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IdeaScale

APRIL 17, 2019

It’s not uncommon for corporate boards to lack strong expertise in the areas of innovation and technology. Taking an innovation project from idea through execution is challenging, and there can be obstacles at several places along the journey. Board members are often older, and they are less likely to come from a technology background.

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Planview

MARCH 26, 2025

Are we achieving specific business results that make these massive technology investments worth it? This stark disparity between investment and results is why tech leaders are rethinking their project-based approach to software delivery and adopting a product operating model.

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Leapfrogging

MARCH 19, 2025

Value Disciplines Model: A Practical Guide for Strategy Projects The Value Disciplines Model , developed by Michael Treacy and Fred Wiersema , is a strategic framework that helps organizations identify and pursue a distinctive competitive strategy. Lead Successful Strategy Projects! What is the Value Disciplines Model?

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