Idea to Value
NOVEMBER 1, 2021
When reading about creativity and creativity techniques like brainstorming , you will almost always hear about two important forms of thinking: Divergent Thinking and Convergent Thinking. But what do these two terms mean, and how do they work together to form a creative idea? Divergent thinking: The production of a large number of original ideas from a starting point (like a problem or challenge).
IdeaScale
NOVEMBER 8, 2021
Brainstorming is the foundation of any innovation exercise and the foundation for most ideation sessions. While it is such a universal exercise, there are many different ways to go about brainstorming, and we have found that whiteboard sessions are some of the best exercises to conduct to get the most out of your brainstorming session. . Whether it’s simply ideating or specifically auditing a project, we have compiled a guide of the best questions to ask and techniques to use when brainstorming
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Destination Innovation
NOVEMBER 12, 2021
Image by Levelord on Pixabay. Please try these little thinking exercises: a) Recite a line from a poem – any line, any poem. b) Sing along in your head to a tune you heard recently. c) Calculate 60% of (4 + 7 +9). d) Remember a scene from a film and give it a different ending. If you completed the exercise then you used your brain in four different ways.
HYPE Innovation
NOVEMBER 25, 2021
For some organizations, an innovation program is a “nice-to-have”, sometimes struggling for time and attention against other corporate initiatives. This is not the case at Linklaters, one of the UK’s “Magic Circle” law firms – which places innovation at the core of its purpose and embeds innovation at the foundation of the firm’s strategy. In this final blog of our three-part series on innovation in the legal sector, learn how Linklaters is transforming legal services throughout the 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.
Digital Tonto
NOVEMBER 21, 2021
There is an inherent flaw in human nature that has endowed us with a burning desire to convince skeptics. So it shouldn’t be surprising that change consultants focus on persuasion. Nothing validates. [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]].
Paul Hobcraft
NOVEMBER 17, 2021
No energy transition will be achieved without invention and innovation, yet we are failing badly at present to fund research, development and in deployment. We are losing the race to stop our planet warming as our innovative human endeavours are not at the level they should be, or we simply lack the “will” to make the changes we so desperately need to undergo to protect our planet.
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IdeaScale
NOVEMBER 29, 2021
Innovation is a process that relies heavily on creativity and individual thinking, and these are things that don’t come easily. In order to get your creative juices flowing it can be important to engage in creative thinking exercises and practice ways you can improve your innovation process. In this article, we will highlight some of the main advantages of creative thinking and we’ll walk through some of our favorite creative thinking exercises that your team can do to both build team alignment
Destination Innovation
NOVEMBER 1, 2021
If you want to beat a criminal then it helps to think like a criminal. Burglary is a horrible crime so let’s think like the burglar in order to outwit him (less than 10% of serious robberies are committed by women!). Image by Steffen Salow on Pixabay. Basic Ideas. Lock your windows and doors. I know this is obvious but burglars often enter through unlocked windows.
HYPE Innovation
NOVEMBER 8, 2021
This is the sixth blog post in HYPE’s series on the ten most often-asked questions about strategic foresight. While the fifth post offered a step-by-step process for scenario planning to prep your organization for the future, this post elaborates how foresight can inform business model, people & organization development.
Digital Tonto
NOVEMBER 28, 2021
We tend to think of empathy as an act of generosity, but it’s far more than that. Learning how to internalize diverse viewpoints is a skill we should learn not only because it helps make others more. [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]].
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.
Daniel Burrus
NOVEMBER 10, 2021
Thanks to the Three Digital Accelerators I identified in the early ’80s, which include computing power/processing power, storage, and bandwidth, we as a global society are at a time of extreme connectivity. Exponential digital technology is transforming every business process, and massive disruptions are at every turn. The reality is those Three Digital Accelerators are only going to continue to increase, and as a result, digital disruption will become even more widespread than they already are
Idea to Value
NOVEMBER 11, 2021
In today’s episode of the Idea to Value, we speak with Dr Stefanie K Johnson from University of Colorado Boulder Leeds School of Business. Dr. Johnson is member of the MG 100 Coaches, was selected for the 2020 Thinkers50 Radar List, and is the author of the Wall Street Journal National Bestseller: Inclusify: Harnessing the power of uniqueness and belonging to build innovative teams.
Board of Innovation
NOVEMBER 4, 2021
Contrary to common belief, open innovation is not only about collaborations between big companies and startups. It’s about leveraging partnerships based on when in the funnel time-line they come into place. The post How to approach your open innovation strategy appeared first on Board of Innovation.
Destination Innovation
NOVEMBER 23, 2021
How can government action encourage a healthier lifestyle, reduce obesity and at the same time lower carbon emissions? One idea that seems to work is gamification. Beat the Street is a game which rewards behaviour change for people who become more active. The game is promoted by schools, local authorities, community organisations, hospitals and doctors.
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Rmukesh Gupta
NOVEMBER 4, 2021
In a rather long blog post, Henna Inam shares her perspective on why board members of organisations need to be agile and also shares a framework from her book Wired for Disruption, which can be used to develop our agility muscles. While she shares this framework and how it is relevant for board members, I believe that this is as relevant for all leaders, irrespective of which level and how formal our leadership really is.
Digital Tonto
NOVEMBER 7, 2021
Moving fast and breaking things only seems like a good idea in a stable world. When you operate in a safe environment, it’s okay to take a little risk and see what happens. Clearly, we no longer live. [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]].
Paul Hobcraft
NOVEMBER 24, 2021
Visual from Siemens Digital Industries SPS Event November 2021 The recognizing of digital threads are connected to the new drivers. I have been virtually attending the Siemens SPS Event this week taking technology, inspiration and connected innovation to a new level. Siemens does do these events well. I have been associated with Siemens for nearly four years in an external influencer group, #SIEx.
Idea to Value
NOVEMBER 3, 2021
With today’s always-on workforce, we get tasks thrown at us constantly. And now that people can access work emails and instant messages on their Smartphones, lines can get blurred as to when these tasks are expected to be received, and completed. Especially if we want to portray ourselves as hard workers and build a reputation for getting work done quickly.
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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
NOVEMBER 24, 2021
Overview : Integrity in business is ensuring your actions conform with your statements. In order to maintain integrity as part of your innovation process, you should look closely at the spoken and unspoken promises made by your innovation strategy and act on them to the fullest extent possible. What Is Integrity? On the most basic level, integrity is “walking the walk.
Leapfrogging
NOVEMBER 8, 2021
For nearly three decades, I have worked with business leaders to help them drive innovation within their businesses by creating products and services that improve customers’ lives. Over the years, I have worked with hundreds to tools and frameworks to make this process easier and more straightforward for clients. The S-Curve Mapping template is one of the most helpful tools I’ve come across for helping individuals determine where their business stands within the current market landscape. .
InnovationManagement
NOVEMBER 18, 2021
Results-only innovation is an exploration of what is viable and pragmatic. This can help produce additional value for businesses and end users. The post Create Better Business Outcomes With Results-Only Innovation appeared first on InnovationManagement.
Digital Tonto
NOVEMBER 14, 2021
The industrial revolution drove a shift from animal power to machine power and from physical skills to cognitive skills. What we’re seeing now is a similar shift from cognitive skills to social. [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]].
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Paul Hobcraft
NOVEMBER 17, 2021
No energy transition will be achieved without invention and innovation, yet we are failing badly at present to fund research, development and in deployment. We are losing the race to stop our planet warming as our innovative human endeavours are not at the level they should be, or we simply lack the “will” to make the changes we so desperately need to undergo to protect our planet.
Idea to Value
NOVEMBER 18, 2021
In today’s episode of the Idea to Value podcast, we speak with master facilitator Jeff Shannon, author of the bestselling Hard work is not enough. We speak about what it takes to get recognition for your leadership and capabilities. Topics covered in this episode: 00:02:15 – The myth about how far hard work will take you in your career. 00:05:00 – What it takes to get influence and build trust, by building believability. 00:08:15 – How to work hard, but additionally also
IdeaScale
NOVEMBER 22, 2021
Innovation management is a tough job. Innovation team members have to deal with the needs of users, finances, and marketing all at once. And now they have to figure out which features should be prioritized for their innovation roadmap, too? It’s no wonder that many experienced innovation workers struggle to find an effective way to prioritize features.
Leapfrogging
NOVEMBER 8, 2021
Over the last 25 years, I have led hundreds of design thinking sessions for international organizations and startups including brands like Red Bull. These sessions allow product designers and senior executives to work together to co-develop ideas which align with larger business strategies and innovation initiatives. These live design thinking sessions are all focused on the same core idea: developing a solution which better serves the needs of the customer. . .
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.
InnovationManagement
NOVEMBER 17, 2021
Hardly an innovation event passes without mentioning how Kodak passed on the digital camera or how Blockbuster decided not to invest in streaming entertainment. But with the rapid rate of disruption, how do you ensure that great ideas can penetrate established organizations? The post Top Five Challenges When Pitching a New Idea appeared first on InnovationManagement.
Tullio Siragusa
NOVEMBER 1, 2021
Society 2045 Conscious Contracts for Better Relationships. In the business world developing trust and building relationships is key to creating a great workplace environment. However, most humans rely on a piece of paper for building relationships. You might be saying to yourself that a relationship isn’t built on a piece of paper, and you would be correct.
Board of Innovation
NOVEMBER 2, 2021
Your organization has started a new social project, and new beginnings are always exciting. But.what’s next? How do you track your projects' progress and the impact sought? Here are 5 key metrics to kick off your social impact measurement strategy. The post 5 metrics for social impact measurement appeared first on Board of Innovation.
Idea to Value
NOVEMBER 9, 2021
What is your role as a manager? Is it to get the most out of your team? If that is the case, shouldn’t you offer as much assistance as possible, and help your team do their work to make sure it is not full of errors which would be found later on? Definitely not. That is the curse of micromanagement , where managers think they are helping by constantly being involved in what their team produces.
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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