Paul Hobcraft
AUGUST 24, 2023
I wrote a post in June 2012 on thinking about the dark side of the innovation moon. As India quite rightly celebrates its “first” in lunar exploration by landing near the south side of the moon , the dark side, it prompted me to look back at this post and decide to republish this again here. Have you ever wondered what is on the other side of the moon when you look up towards it?
HYPE Innovation
AUGUST 22, 2023
Running a successful enterprise innovation management program can be a challenging mission. Multiple factors have to be considered, each of which affects potential outcomes. One key aspect is the level of support that an innovation program receives from an organization’s management. Connecting the needs of top-down management with the strategy and architecture of an innovation program will always lead to greater levels of success.
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Digital Tonto
AUGUST 27, 2023
Change always begins with a grievance—there’s something people don’t like and they want it to change. Yet the status quo always has inertia on its side and never yields its power gracefully. That’s why it’s so important to forge a shared purpose, because people need a common mission they can believe in to see themselves as stakeholders in a shared future.
Tullio Siragusa
AUGUST 28, 2023
The Dual Paths of Leadership: Immediate Gratification vs. Long-term Growth In the arena of leadership, two divergent paths often present themselves: one focused on immediate gratification and the other on long-term growth. While both paths offer their own sets of rewards and challenges, the choices made early on can dramatically impact the course of a leader’s career, as well as the destiny of their team and organization.
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.
Sopheon
AUGUST 29, 2023
In my article, Mastering product management: What I have learned from my kung fu journey , I used my 12+ years of study and practice of kung fu as a lens to understand what it takes to master product management. Innovation is the lifeblood of progress and success in today's fast-paced business world. Accelerating innovation requires organizations to adapt, evolve and innovate continuously.
Destination Innovation
AUGUST 18, 2023
Margot Robbie as Barbie in the 2023 Film directed by Greta Gerwig Barbie, the iconic fashion doll created by Ruth Handler and launched by the American toy company Mattel in 1959, was highly novel when launched and the brand has continued to innovate in many ways since then. Adult-Like Appearance: At a time when most dolls were babies or infants, Barbie displayed an adult appearance as a slim teenager or young woman.
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HYPE Innovation
AUGUST 28, 2023
Companies across the globe are under increasing pressure from multiple stakeholders, with many failing to meet expectations or outperform their competitors. In today’s increasingly volatile, uncertain, disrupted, complex, and interconnected environment, it’s more important than ever for companies to learn how to adapt faster than the rest of the market in order to survive.
Idea to Value
AUGUST 9, 2023
How often are you blamed for things which are not your fault? Or get credit for the good things which only happened thanks to you? While in some cases people may really get negative feedback which was completely not their fault, often there is more nuance involved, where the person may not accept their responsibility. Conversely, often people will take credit for good things happening to them, when in reality it had very little to do with their actions.
Digital Tonto
AUGUST 20, 2023
We all like to have opinions and like act on them. When, for instance, people were asked if they supported bombing Agrabah, the fictional hometown of the Disney character Aladdin, 30% of Republicans and 19% of Democrats said yes. Yet our urge to make judgments has nothing to do with our ability to make wise choices. Humans tend to think in terms of narratives.
TechEmpower Innovation
AUGUST 21, 2023
Many CEOs of software-enabled businesses call us with a similar concern: Are we getting the right results from our software team? Most innovators don’t have a technical background, so it’s hard to evaluate the truth of the situation. We hear them explain that their current software development is expensive, deliveries are rarely on time, and random bugs appear.
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.
Destination Innovation
AUGUST 2, 2023
We are in the midst of a technological fire-storm which we take for granted. Here are ten of the important inventions have shaped the 21st century and transformed the way we live, work, and communicate. Smartphone: The ubiquitous smartphone has revolutionized communication, computing, and access to information. It encompasses various technologies like mobile internet, touchscreens, GPS, and mobile apps into a single device that fits in our pockets.
Paul Hobcraft
AUGUST 22, 2023
Innovation has the power to unlock the Energy Transition, Innovation thinking and design are needed everywhere within the energy system. Technological and systemic innovation is incredibly important to the end-user sectors of transport, industry, and buildings, as well as replacing and upgrading much of the overall system design and operation of delivering energy to power our economies.
HYPE Innovation
AUGUST 9, 2023
In the ever-evolving business landscape, a new wave of startups is promising to make its mark in 2024. These early-stage businesses are driven by visionary leaders, disruptive technologies , and an eagerness to solve real-world challenges.
Idea to Value
AUGUST 10, 2023
I recently developed a new perspective on the difference between incremental and transformational innovation, and it has reshaped the way I think about growth and progress in business. When you are working on incremental innovation, the focus is on improving something your company already makes. This is typically a product or service that has an established presence in the market and is likely to have competitors offering similar solutions.
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Daniel Burrus
AUGUST 30, 2023
We live in an amazingly uncertain world, but that uncertainty is brimming with certainty! I know this may seem contradictory, but it is true, and worth the exploration. Yes, we do live in constant uncertainty. What will happen with certain businesses or industries if the economy shifts, if technology disrupts, or if a new product or service falls flat?
TechEmpower Innovation
AUGUST 14, 2023
No good innovator turns down advice! Startup founders make decisions on a daily basis – significant decisions that will have lasting impact on their business. Why do this without the right technical advisor? Would you create contracts without an attorney? Just like attorneys, technical advisors can help navigate waters that many find murky. A technical advisor can: Help specify what to build versus what to buy Help structure third-party development contracts, or lead an in-house team Plan
Tullio Siragusa
AUGUST 21, 2023
Can AI Help Leaders Level Up Their EQ? In a rapidly evolving world, the role of AI in education is becoming increasingly significant. AI can revolutionize the educational landscape by tailoring learning experiences, automating administrative tasks, and providing insights into student performance. Beyond these applications, AI has the potential to enhance the emotional intelligence (EQ) of leaders and managers.
Paul Hobcraft
AUGUST 16, 2023
Energy is a vital part of any country’s ability to be competitive, and we need to recognize that to innovate is the critical enabler to a clean energy future. Today half the world’s capital is invested in energy and its related infrastructure, which is the backbone of any industrial and urbanization strategy. We need to keep pushing for discoveries, experimentation, and demonstrating.
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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.
Innovation Excellence
AUGUST 31, 2023
GUEST POST from Shep Hyken The short version of the story is this. At about 9:15 p.m., I pulled into one of my favorite fast-food restaurants. There was one customer ahead of me in the drive-through lane. I assumed he was placing an order. After several minutes, I realized something else was going on.
IdeaSpies
AUGUST 31, 2023
ChatGPT’s parent OpenAI will generate $1 billion in revenue over the coming year, the Information reports. The Microsoft-backed uber-unicorn is already banking $80 million a month. I recently predicted Microsoft’s valuation will rocket to $4 trillion , and warned news media that the window to do a deal was closing. Today, while they brief lawyers on copyright theft, Supervised reports how OpenAI is hauling ass to commercialising it.
Kainexus
AUGUST 30, 2023
Business processes serve as the backbone of an organization, defining how tasks are executed, resources are allocated, and goals are achieved. In this dynamic and competitive landscape, embracing continuous improvement through effective process improvement plans is paramount.
TechEmpower Innovation
AUGUST 7, 2023
What does it mean to be a CTO for a startup? What does the role demand? Should a startup CTO spend their time programming? Exploring new technologies? Increasing competitive advantage? The answer is: it depends. The role of a CTO varies as the company matures. Here’s a graphic from Socal CTO that illustrates the roles as they change over time: In its earliest days, a startup’s top need is often to produce a product.
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The DHS compliance audit clock is ticking on Zero Trust. Government agencies can no longer ignore or delay their Zero Trust initiatives. During this virtual panel discussion—featuring Kelly Fuller Gordon, Founder and CEO of RisX, Chris Wild, Zero Trust subject matter expert at Zermount, Inc., and Principal of Cybersecurity Practice at Eliassen Group, Trey Gannon—you’ll gain a detailed understanding of the Federal Zero Trust mandate, its requirements, milestones, and deadlines.
Tullio Siragusa
AUGUST 7, 2023
Creating Urgency: A Key to Success in Sales Urgency is more than just a buzzword in the world of sales. It’s an essential mindset that can drive teams to close deals more effectively, acting as a decisive driver rather than a hesitant tire-kicker. But how can leaders instill this sense of urgency within their teams, and why does it matter? Let’s dive into the answers with some concrete examples and strategies.
Paul Hobcraft
AUGUST 8, 2023
Within the Composable Innovation Enterprise Framework lies the core, the different innovation stacks, and the learning components. Here, I want to briefly talk about the importance of the learning components that support the innovation design and especially the different innovation stacks. The elements of the innovation stack are designed to support innovation’s core tasks, including learning, absorbing, assessing knowledge management, creativity, design, experimentation, and testing.
Innovation Excellence
AUGUST 30, 2023
GUEST POST from Geoffrey A. Moore A quote you often hear is, “Culture eats strategy for lunch,” typically attributed to Peter Drucker (whether correctly or not). Regardless, it puts a spotlight on the power of culture to resist even the most compelling strategic narratives.
PlanBox Innovation
AUGUST 31, 2023
This article originally appeared on Forbes. In the rapidly evolving, interconnected landscape of the 21st century, no organization is an island. The increased interdependence has birthed countless collaboration opportunities, leading innovators to strategically weave a network of partnerships throughout their supply chain to continuously drive better, more sustainable results, especially when it comes to evaluating emerging technologies and engaging with startups.
Speaker: Yohan Lobo and Dennis Street
In the accounting world, staying ahead means embracing the tools that allow you to work smarter, not harder. Outdated processes and disconnected systems can hold your organization back, but the right technologies can help you streamline operations, boost productivity, and improve client delivery. Dive into the strategies and innovations transforming accounting practices.
Kainexus
AUGUST 31, 2023
Business process improvement entails a systematic and intentional endeavor to identify, scrutinize, and refine the distinct stages, techniques, and interactions intrinsic to a business process. Its fundamental objective is eradicating inefficiencies, eliminating errors, amplifying productivity, and ultimately elevating an organization's overall performance and outcomes.
Brunner
AUGUST 30, 2023
You know your company has great stories to tell. Maybe it’s how your engineering team helped a B2B customer solve a risky problem and finally land that big account. Or how your product group turned an inspired idea into a new item that millions of B2C customers are snapping up. But many companies don’t know how to share those stories. They’re frustrated by the lack of media recognition.
Tullio Siragusa
AUGUST 14, 2023
The Universality of Leadership: Challenging Industry-Specific Biases In the modern business landscape, we often hear the argument that leaders should be hired from within the same industry to be effective. Proponents of this belief argue that familiarity with industry jargon, processes, and nuances is indispensable. While industry-specific knowledge can be beneficial, it’s essential to challenge this bias.
Qmarkets
AUGUST 23, 2023
What do you think about when you hear the word innovation ? For many people, it evokes brands that created something so new that it changed the way we interact with certain products or services forever: Uber. Netflix. Tesla. Disruptive innovations like these have a legendary status that is richly deserved, but it is actually incremental innovations that are more likely to provide sustainable fuel to drive ROI for your innovation programs year in, year out.
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
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