Only by thinking ahead of the curve can companies succeed in 2020. And that involves being open to digital transformation, the fifth element in our guide to succeeding in innovation in the year ahead.
How to innovate successfully in 2020
The need to innovate has never been more pressing, and innovation managers must be well-equipped to be able to overcome their (and their companies’) most demanding challenges. We will be sharing the 6 essential dimensions that no innovation programme can do without in the coming year.
6 steps to ignite exponential business growth
Taking on board the attributes of Exponential Organisations (ExOs) and investing in becoming truly exponential is challenging, but it is within the reach of most companies today. These 6 steps can help you transform your organisation and accelerate business growth.
What companies today can learn from Exponential Organisations
As the information-based world moves exponentially, many companies face the risk of being left behind and becoming obsolete. Drawing inspiration from exponential organisations, we pinpoint the key attributes that make ExOs so extraordinary.
3 questions to help you decide if you should invest in an innovation management software
If you are involved in managing innovation for your organisation and you have been set with the task to make this decision, the first question you should ask yourself is: “Do we really need an innovation management software?”. These three questions, related to 3 key dimensions of any innovation management programme, should help.
11 lessons only true innovation managers can teach you
To celebrate 11 years of Exago, we asked our clients to share their nuggets of wisdom. From them to you, here are the 11 Lessons Learnt by true innovation managers.
Why new product development fails and how innovation management can help
Product and brand failures occur on an ongoing basis, to varying degrees. They are part of the process of learning and growing. Innovation management can help organisations coordinate amongst themselves to eliminate challenges and maintain a transparent, company-wide innovation system.
The 7 stages of NPD and how to effectively manage product innovation
The process of developing a new product – whether it is a tangible, physical good or intangible, like a service, experience or belief – requires a systematic method to launch and commercialise it. NPD typically comprises 7 stages, from the initial idea through to its introduction on the market, and can be aligned with good idea management practices.
Meet the 2018 Exago Innovation Gurus
We are pleased (and proud) to announce the winners of the Exago Innovation Guru Awards 2018. Our Guru winners who truly stood out for their performances in the past year are:
Why your organisation should be applying innovation management to new product development
The pressure on businesses today is intense. To remain competitive, or even relevant, organisations must have the ability to innovate and to test, fail and succeed quicker in developing a new offering and new features. New product development can provide companies with fresh opportunities and has become increasingly crucial in the modern-day business battleground.