What is Innovation? This question comes up a lot, whether directly or in the context of another question and usually because the answer is complex. It’s not just about dictionary definitions, or fancy graphical models and frameworks; it’s also about mindset, a way of thinking and viewing the world, and often about the innovator as an individual. This article wont delve into the psychology of an innovator, but will try to simplify a [...]
Building a critical competence in innovation This article is the final in a series of three. If you missed the previous two articles, here are the links: A look into the future, An Intro to economic cycles. If you would prefer to read the consolidated series as pdf, click here Based on the predictions of the previous articles, the most critical ability for business in the next 5-10 years is highly likely to be [...]
An intro to economic cycles This article is the second part of a series of three. If you missed the first one, here's the link: A look into the future There is established economic theory and research that indicates the hypothetical future we described in the previous article is not only possible, but probable, cyclical and consistent. Back in the 1920’s, economist Nikolai Kondratiev described repeating cycles. These are generally referred to as [...]
A brief look at the future Based on the conversations we have with our clients and colleagues, it's a reasonably common feeling that the next 5 - 10 years will see increased change, uncertainty and shifting business priorities. It seems clear to us that a key skill for navigating this period of uncertainty and opportunity will be that of innovation. At both organisational and individual levels, the ability to innovate in a [...]
