Innovation Excellence
JULY 31, 2024
GUEST POST from Howard Tiersky Uber has taught us that even the most commonplace products and services are ripe with innovation. They’ve re-invented the taxi experience, and many people would agree that, given a choice, they’d never go back to the old way.
Digital Tonto
JULY 28, 2024
We tend to see change as an engineering problem. There is a desired end state, so we design a logical strategy to achieve it, build a timeline and execute the plan. We expect some obstacles along the way, work to identify sticking points and maybe even devise some plans to address them. It seems that, with some will and determination, we should be able to push through.
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Qmarkets
JULY 29, 2024
An innovation pipeline acts like the lifeline of your company’s growth, channeling fresh ideas through a structured process to transform them into market-ready products. A well-structured innovation pipeline ensures that new ideas are systematically developed, refined, and brought to market, transforming potential opportunities into tangible results.
Idea to Value
AUGUST 1, 2024
How can you determine if part of your business should be innovated on or not? Many companies and leaders become afraid to make a decision because they are afraid it might not work out. Ironically, not making a decision if often the worst thing you can do, as it is guaranteed not to change or improve anything. At best, you stay at the status quo. At worst, competitors begin to overtake you.
Speaker: Alex Salazar, CEO & Co-Founder @ Arcade | Nate Barbettini, Founding Engineer @ Arcade | Tony Karrer, Founder & CTO @ Aggregage
If AI agents are going to deliver ROI, they need to move beyond chat and actually do things. But, turning a model into a reliable, secure workflow agent isn’t as simple as plugging in an API. In this new webinar, Alex Salazar and Nate Barbettini will break down the emerging AI architecture that makes action possible, and how it differs from traditional integration approaches.
Thinkers360 - Thought Leader Interviews
AUGUST 2, 2024
At a Glance Matthew Lieberman, CMO, PwC Focus Areas : Marketing, Generative AI, Telecom, 5G Thinkers360 In-Depth Profile & Portfolio: Matthew Lieberman Social Media: LinkedIn | X Highlighted Content: Marketing Reinvention: Four Ideas To Boost Your Impact And Relevance , Cannes Lions 2024: 5 takeaways on the rising role of marketing Predictions: Thinkers360 Predictions Series – 2023 Predictions for MarTech Thought Leader and Influencer Interview Thinkers360 thought leader interviews profile
Paul Hobcraft
JULY 28, 2024
Designing a Composable Innovation Framework During May and June 2023, I worked through and concluded my thinking on why we needed to change our Innovation approach. A radical change from far to often a linear one, into a new, more up-to-date, and dynamic solution for managing innovation. This solution recognises that innovation discovery all the way through to implementation is now so often non-linear and that is causing plenty of problems connecting all the understandings fully up in one manage
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Daniel Burrus
JULY 31, 2024
A protect-and-defend mindset no longer guarantees success as technology evolves. Continuous innovation and education are the only ways for organizations to thrive and stay relevant in a rapidly evolving landscape. But if fostering a culture of innovation at your organization seems exhausting, it may be time for a shift in your leadership mindset — and more importantly, a shift in your organization’s culture.
IdeaScale
JULY 29, 2024
The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is breaking new ground with the introduction of its Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence in Medicine program. This innovative degree, offered through the UAB Marnix E. Heersink School of Medicine, represents a significant leap in the integration of data science, machine learning, and medicine.
Innovation Excellence
JULY 30, 2024
GUEST POST from Robyn Bolton Purpose. Goal. Mission. You hear these words a lot this time of year. Not because it’s the start of the annual business planning cycle but because it’s graduation season.
Qmarkets
AUGUST 2, 2024
Sparking creativity and generating groundbreaking ideas often requires more than just inspiration—it demands a structured approach. Ideation techniques serve as powerful tools for unlocking creativity, enabling teams to think outside the box and explore new possibilities. While some methods like SCAMPER and brainstorming cards are well-known, there are other effective techniques that can greatly enhance your innovation program.
Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Gireesh Sahukar
Retailers know the clock is ticking–legacy SAP Commerce support ends in 2026. Legacy platforms are becoming a liability burdened by complexity, rigidity, and mounting operational costs. But modernization isn’t just about swapping out systems, it’s about preparing for a future shaped by real-time interactions, AI powered buying assistants, and flexible commerce architecture.
Tullio Siragusa
JULY 29, 2024
Design Thinking: The Smart Way to Fail, Learn, andInnovate The Cost of Learning the Hard Way Some of the greatest lessons in business dont come from textbooks or executive seminars but from real-world experimentation. Whether its launching a product, entering a new market, or restructuring a company, the process of testing, failing, and refining is how businesses evolve.
IdeaScale
JULY 29, 2024
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is making a significant push into the public sector with a $50 million initiative aimed at sparking innovation in generative AI projects. This bold move is part of AWS's continued expansion in government, emphasizing their commitment to driving technological advancement in public-sector organizations.
Innovation Excellence
JULY 29, 2024
GUEST POST from Greg Satell In the 1960s and 70s, Route 128 outside of Boston was the center of technology, but by the 1990s Silicon Valley had taken over and never looked back.
Qmarkets
AUGUST 1, 2024
The companies that excel are those that continuously explore new ideas, enhance their processes, and adapt to changing environments. By innovating—whether through product development, operational improvements, or adopting new business models—organizations can not only meet current demands but also anticipate future challenges. This article delves into various types of company innovation, highlighting real-life examples of businesses that excel in these areas.
Speaker: Frank Taliano
Documents are the backbone of enterprise operations, but they are also a common source of inefficiency. From buried insights to manual handoffs, document-based workflows can quietly stall decision-making and drain resources. For large, complex organizations, legacy systems and siloed processes create friction that AI is uniquely positioned to resolve.
Planview
JULY 31, 2024
We recently sat down with Chris Nester, Planview’s newly appointed Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Our conversation covered his professional background, his journey to becoming Planview’s CFO, and the best practices he’s gained so far from his extensive career. He also shared his thoughts on how CFOs can be an enabler of transformation within their enterprises, and how finance can be a competitive advantage in today’s highly dynamic marketplace.
IdeaScale
JULY 28, 2024
Customer feedback is a goldmine of insights for driving innovation. It reveals customer needs, experiences, frustrations, and suggestions – the very foundation for developing groundbreaking products and services. Yet, many companies struggle to translate customer feedback into actionable ideas. This leaves customers feeling unheard and businesses missing out on crucial opportunities.
Innovation Excellence
JULY 28, 2024
What Science Tells Us GUEST POST from David Burkus Keeping a team motivated is the one of the most important aspects of a leader’s job. It’s also one of the most misunderstood aspects of a leader’s job. Many organizations still equate “motivating your team” with “designing the right incentives.
Qmarkets
AUGUST 2, 2024
Imagine a company as a ship navigating through uncharted waters. The direction it chooses and the strategy it employs can determine whether it discovers new lands or remains adrift. The same is true for innovation within an organization. Innovation process models serve as navigational charts, guiding businesses from idea inception to successful execution.
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.
Ecosystems4Innovating
AUGUST 1, 2024
Charting a pathway of collaboration to a successful Ecosystem It’s not just about where you fit in the ecosystem – it’s about how you can reshape it, and the unique journey you’ll undertake to get there, transforming your ecosystem presence from a set of business relationships into a vibrant, strategic asset that defines your place in the interconnected economy, making it resilient and highly adaptive.
Acuvate
JULY 31, 2024
Microsoft Fabric is an ideal platform for implementing Data Mesh architecture due to its comprehensive features and capabilities that align with the principles of Data Mesh. What is Microsoft Fabric? Microsoft Fabric is a SaaS (Software as a Service) that encapsulates power bi plus a lot of stuff we have seen in synapse and other areas of azure, no software to install or to configure.
Innovation Excellence
AUGUST 2, 2024
GUEST POST from Mike Shipulski What people think about you is none of your business. If you’re afraid to be wrong, you shouldn’t be setting direction. Think the better of people, as they’ll be better for it. When you find yourself striving, pull the emergency brake and figure out how to start thriving.
Qmarkets
AUGUST 2, 2024
From the invention of the lightbulb to the creation of the smartphone, some of history’s most significant breakthroughs began as simple ideas. But what is ideation, the process behind these transformative moments? Far more than just brainstorming, ideation is a structured, intentional process that harnesses creativity and innovation. It’s not just for inventors and startups; it’s a crucial practice for businesses of all sizes, seeking to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving market.
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Innovation is key to overcoming crises. This guide outlines how businesses can navigate uncertainty by adapting strategies, embracing open innovation, and strengthening resilience. Learn how to reassess business models, engage external expertise, and build a robust innovation ecosystem. Explore the three phases of crisis response—from immediate adaptation to long-term transformation—and discover how collaboration accelerates progress while reducing costs.
Planview
JULY 31, 2024
Efficiency is king in today’s fast-paced, competitive development landscape. Software development teams are constantly under pressure to deliver high-quality products quickly. With teams often juggling multiple tools for coding, testing, deployment, and collaboration, the ability to streamline processes and facilitate efficient data flow is paramount.
Stephen Shapiro
JULY 31, 2024
Over the past couple of weeks, I’ve been on a dozen podcasts. What is fun is that each is very different—different topics, different questions, different conversations. I was recently interviewed by Rajiv Menon, a brilliant innovator and technology leader. We’ve collaborated on his Start-Up Weekends, Orlando Innovation League, and Orlando Magic Innovation Challenge.
Innovation Excellence
AUGUST 1, 2024
GUEST POST from Shep Hyken What if I told you that satisfied customers could ruin your business? Most people think satisfied customers are happy and will come back. At least, it appears that way.
Qmarkets
AUGUST 2, 2024
As companies strive to stay ahead of their competitors, the ability to adapt and transform is more crucial than ever. This is where organizational innovation comes into play. It involves rethinking and redesigning an organization’s structure, culture, and processes to enhance overall efficiency, productivity, and employee engagement. Organizational innovation goes beyond product development or technological advancements; it encompasses a holistic approach to reshaping how a company operate
Speaker: Ben Epstein, Stealth Founder & CTO | Tony Karrer, Founder & CTO, Aggregage
When tasked with building a fundamentally new product line with deeper insights than previously achievable for a high-value client, Ben Epstein and his team faced a significant challenge: how to harness LLMs to produce consistent, high-accuracy outputs at scale. In this new session, Ben will share how he and his team engineered a system (based on proven software engineering approaches) that employs reproducible test variations (via temperature 0 and fixed seeds), and enables non-LLM evaluation m
Brunner
JULY 31, 2024
Brunner’s Initiative Highlights the Impact of Diverse Leadership for Future Generations Imagine stepping into a room filled with dynamic leaders shaping the future of media and marketing. Now, picture that a significant number of these leaders are women. For many young women entering the industry, seeing successful female leaders isn’t just inspiring — it’s transformative.
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. Researchers have invested countless hours of study to understand how organizations can overcome these problems, including Gene Kim and Dr. Steven J. Spear in a recent book: Wiring the Winning Organization: Liberating Our Collective Greatness through Slowification, Simplification, and Amplification.
Innovation Excellence
AUGUST 2, 2024
Drum roll please… At the beginning of each month, we will profile the ten articles from the previous month that generated the most traffic to Human-Centered Change & Innovation. Did your favorite make the cut?
Qmarkets
AUGUST 2, 2024
As companies strive to stay ahead of their competitors, the ability to adapt and transform is more crucial than ever. This is where organizational innovation comes into play. It involves rethinking and redesigning an organization’s structure, culture, and processes to enhance overall efficiency, productivity, and employee engagement. Organizational innovation goes beyond product development or technological advancements; it encompasses a holistic approach to reshaping how a company operate
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