Phil McKinney
JUNE 19, 2023
Have you ever felt like the world is changing too fast, and you just can't catch up? You might be experiencing future shock. Coined by Alvin Toffler in his book of the same name, future shock refers to disorientation and anxiety caused by too much change in a short period of time. With technology advancing faster than we can adapt, it's no surprise that many of us feel overwhelmed.
Digital Tonto
JUNE 18, 2023
One of the toughest things about ideas is that they can only be validated forward, never backward. You never know if you have the right idea until it’s been tested in the real world and, even then, there could be some confounding factor you may be missing. As Kevin Ashton put it, “Creation is a long journey, where most turns are wrong and most ends are dead.
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Tullio Siragusa
JUNE 19, 2023
Navigating the Evolving Perception of Goals: Unraveling the Intricacies of Underperformance When it comes to achieving goals, particularly in a business context, the stakes can be high. We often link success to the attainment of specific objectives or quotas, creating a sense of urgency and importance. However, when these targets are not met, it’s crucial to take a step back and understand the broader picture rather than hastily pointing fingers at those responsible for execution.
Paul Hobcraft
JUNE 21, 2023
As I mentioned in a previous post, for any innovation enterprise change, I do not recommend a “big bang” solution; it should be phased to validate and grow to understand, build up validation, justify making the changes, bedding in the thinking needed and approaches to provide the level of returns and the growing understanding of cost/ benefit conversion.
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.
IdeaScale
JUNE 21, 2023
What is Qualitative Research? Qualitative research is defined as an exploratory method that aims to understand complex phenomena, often within their natural settings, by examining subjective experiences, beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors. Unlike quantitative research, which focuses on numerical measurements and statistical analysis, qualitative research employs a range of data collection methods to gather [.
Business and Tech
JUNE 21, 2023
Melinda Emerson, AKA SmallBizLady , is a leading expert on small business and becoming your own boss. We asked her about the current climate for entrepreneurs looking to start their own businesses and any advice she had for those looking to forge their own path in the business world. Now that COVID is pretty much in the rearview mirror, is this a good time for budding entrepreneurs to take the leap and start their own businesses?
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Destination Innovation
JUNE 19, 2023
In his book, The Expectation Effect , David Robson produces a wealth of research to demonstrate that our expectations have remarkable power to influence the mind and the body. People who believe ageing brings wisdom live longer than those who do not. Lucky charms really can improve the performance of athletes. Even when people know that the pill they are taking is a placebo, their health benefits.
Paul Hobcraft
JUNE 19, 2023
How difficult would it be to embrace this Composable Innovation Enterprise Framework, as it is often argued that most people want to keep innovation management and its process simple? I wonder if that is the current incumbents, be these current innovation management software providers or individuals inside the organizations resisting change, as it brings significant uncertainty of change and disruption to the (inadequate) process, one that I feel is not fit for today’s and tomorrow’s
Business and Tech
JUNE 20, 2023
A lack of dental and vision care can affect overall employee well-being. And companies, both large and small, also feel the impact with lowered productivity levels — as well as negative effects on employee retention and attendance. Just consider this alarming statistic from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): “More than $45 billion in productivity is lost each year as a result of dental emergencies requiring unplanned care.
Idea to Value
JUNE 22, 2023
I have previously shared research about the cognitive bias of the rosy retrospective. In it, we found evidence that people seem to remember things as more positive than they were in reality at the time they happened. Now, there is another related but different bias which I quickly want to highlight: Declinism. Declinism is not just the belief that things were better in the past, but that they will continue to get worse in the future as well.
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.
IdeaScale
JUNE 22, 2023
What is a Focus Group? A focus group is a qualitative research method used in market research and social sciences, where a small group of people, typically 6 to 10 individuals, participate in a guided discussion about a particular topic. The purpose of a focus group is to gather opinions, perceptions, attitudes, and [.
HYPE Innovation
JUNE 21, 2023
The culture and atmosphere in a team can either stimulate a spirit of innovation or destroy the thirst for it. How can you create and positively influence your organization's innovation environment to foster collaboration and interaction and ensure you maximize the potential for success?
Business and Tech
JUNE 21, 2023
Carolyn Berkowitz is the president and CEO of the Association of Corporate Citizenship Professionals (ACCP), which advocates for corporate social impact professionals. We talked to her about why businesses should be a force for social and economic good, and how organizations with fewer than 500 employees can develop and implement policies to achieve this goal.
Idea to Value
JUNE 20, 2023
You hear me talk about cognitive biases a lot. They affect everything from what sort of information be believe , what we like , who we hang out with and what we look for. However, as intelligent readers of this blog, surely you are more aware of your biases and less biased than other people… Right? Well, unfortunately there is a bias we also suffer from, called the Bias Blind Spot, also known as the “Bias Bias” This bias shows that while we are often quick to recognise the bias
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.
IdeaScale
JUNE 22, 2023
What is Customer Feedback? Customer feedback is defined as the process by which customers are asked for opinions and insights about their experiences with a product, service, or brand. Customer feedback can be collected through various channels such as surveys, focus groups, reviews, and social media. It is a valuable source of information [.
Innovation Excellence
JUNE 22, 2023
GUEST POST from Shep Hyken “What we say doesn’t matter. What our customers say is what matters!
Business and Tech
JUNE 21, 2023
Bill Gallagher, AKA the Scaling Coach , is a keynote speaker and entrepreneur who helps fellow founders and CEOs grow their businesses sustainably, often through fostering more productive and more positive environments. We asked him about some of the keys to creating a better workplace environment, and how to overcome the growing pains inherent in running a successful business.
Qmarkets
JUNE 20, 2023
Qmarkets is pleased to announce a new partnership with US-based innovation consultancy Accel IQ Digital to provide comprehensive strategic innovation services to joint clients across the United States, Brazil, and the Middle East. With enterprise customers spread across every corner of the globe, Qmarkets works closely with a number of consulting partners to offer specialized guidance and support across a wide range of use-cases.
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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.
IdeaScale
JUNE 21, 2023
What is Quantitative Observation? Quantitative observation is defined as a research method used to collect numerical data and measure specific variables in a systematic and objective manner. It involves the observation and measurement of phenomena, events, behaviors, or characteristics to gather quantitative data for analysis and interpretation. Quantitative observation provides researchers with empirical [.
Innovation Excellence
JUNE 21, 2023
GUEST POST from Stefan Lindegaard As we ponder on corporate innovation, our minds often dart to the latest technologies, inventive solutions, or groundbreaking business models. While these components have their place, my 25-year journey, dotted with experiences from hundreds of innovation teams, has shown me a deeper truth: people form the core of corporate innovation.
Business and Tech
JUNE 21, 2023
The pandemic overhauled nearly every aspect of our lives. Customer behavior was one of the most dramatically impacted. In fact, a whopping 78% of small- and midsize-business leaders reported a change in customers’ buying behavior as a direct result of the pandemic, according to research from Vistage Worldwide, Inc. Joe Galvin Chief Research Officer, Vistage “It is mission-critical for companies to focus on creating new relationships to retain customers and ensure satisfaction.” Busin
Phil McKinney
JUNE 18, 2023
"Creativity, Inc. (The Expanded Edition)" by Ed Catmull, Pixar's co-founder and longtime president, and Amy Wallace is a must-read for anyone interested in the creative process and leadership. The book's newly released expanded version features a new introduction, two entirely new chapters, four new chapter postscripts, and changes and updates throughout.
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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.
IdeaScale
JUNE 21, 2023
What is Market Research? Market research is defined as the systematic collection, analysis, and interpretation of data about a specific market, industry, or consumer segment. It involves studying customers, competitors, and market dynamics to identify opportunities, mitigate risks, and make informed business decisions. Market research provides valuable insights into consumer behavior, preferences, and [.
Innovation Excellence
JUNE 20, 2023
From Executives at P&G, CVS, Hannaford, and Intel GUEST POST from Robyn Bolton “We have successfully retained the opportunity for improvement.” When the CEO said this to kick off a meeting, I knew we were in for an adventure.
Business and Tech
JUNE 21, 2023
According to the MetLife and U.S. Chamber of Commerce Small Business Index for the first quarter of this year, small businesses’ concern over inflation has reached a new high as more brace for an uncertain future. With inflation keeping costs high, and high interest rates , smart business owners are asking themselves how to weather the storm. Here are three things small business owners can do now to navigate the changing economic landscape: 1.
Phil McKinney
JUNE 17, 2023
Imagine a world where companies dominate the headlines, hailed as groundbreaking innovators in their respective fields. Now, picture the collective frustration when the veil of success is lifted, revealing unethical practices and leadership at the helm. That was the reality for Theranos and FTX. How can we trust the business world when more and more leaders seem to have left their moral compasses behind?
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
IdeaScale
JUNE 21, 2023
What is Qualitative Market Research? Qualitative market research is defined as a systematic and open-ended market research method used to gain understanding of consumer behaviour, perceptions, preferences, and motivations. It involves the collection and analysis of non-numerical data from research respondents to uncover rich insights that quantitative market research methods may not capture. [.
Innovation Excellence
JUNE 19, 2023
GUEST POST from Greg Satell In 2011, MIT economists Erik Brynjolfsson and Andrew McAfee self-published an unassuming e-book titled Race Against The Machine. It quickly became a runaway hit. Before long, the two signed a contract with W. W.
Business and Tech
JUNE 21, 2023
Keith Hall is the president and CEO of the National Association for the Self-Employed (NASE) , which provides advocacy and resources for the nation’s self-employed workforce and micro-businesses. He shared what entrepreneurs need to know in order to succeed in the current economic climate and in the future. Keith Hall President and CEO, National Association for the Self-Employed (NASE) “It takes courage and perseverance to enter the ‘unknown’ of self-employment as opposed to th
Entrepreneur - Innovation
JUNE 20, 2023
Here's where startups may mess up when it comes to using artificial intelligence — and how to avoid making those same mistakes.
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