In the Marvel Cinematic Universe, every origin story shapes the hero’s superpower. The same goes for innovation leaders. If you cut your teeth in the front end of innovation (FEI), your powers lie in anticipating disruption, sensing opportunity before the market does, and conjuring up what’s next... Read More

“You can’t do things the same way and expect different results.” I think we all grasp this concept, that doesn’t stop us stubborn humans from being set in our routines and processes hoping that this time will be different. We’re all creatures of habit and let’s face it, change is hard, we avoid it... Read More

As a writer, there’s nothing worse than having a deadline while staring blankly at a page trying not to panic as the ever-dreaded “writer’s block” sets in and threatens to ruin you. It doesn’t just happen to writers either. Every profession has its own special version of “stuck.” With all the... Read More

Every thriving enterprise is built on more than good ideas, it’s built on structure. On plans. On alignment between vision and execution. But too often, innovation efforts feel like scattered construction sites: teams laying foundations without blueprints, erecting towers with no idea what they’re... Read More

Counterfeit. That word always evokes a visceral reaction for most. It conjures up the thoughts of counterfeit $100 bills and nefarious behavior. So, it’s kind of painful to think of things within your innovation portfolio management processes as fraudulent. It’s not that there’s fraud there... Read More

Innovation is the lifeblood of growth, but if your NPD pipeline is stuck in old habits, you might as well be running a race with your shoelaces tied together. Growth innovation promises faster launches, better ROI, and smarter resource use - basically, the turbo boost your product pipeline needs.... Read More

In the Back to the Future trilogy, Doc Brown's DeLorean didn’t just run on gas; it ran on innovation. Every time Marty McFly jumped timelines, it was thanks to a bold experiment, a clear goal (save the future, or the past), and a scientist who turned improbable ideas into high-powered (“1.21... Read More

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Accolade Core and the Core Six Framework Give Innovation Leaders the Tools to Deliver Measurable Business Growth Read More

“If I’d known the world was ending, I would’ve brought better books,” is a famous line from the character Dale in the popular television series, “The Walking Dead.” Dale’s quote about the lack of great reading material during the zombie apocalypse was a lighthearted and funny scene in this... Read More