We’ve recently discussed the importance of operationalizing innovation via InnovationOps. As with any operationalizing effort, the key is making a specific effort part of an organization’s DNA. This way, it’s not an add-on or an afterthought but a fundamental part of how the company functions. Read More

ChatGPT was released about a year ago, and conversations around how this new AI model would shake the world began. Whether the topic was replacing employee functions, improving efficiency and effectiveness, or providing ease for everyday activities, the world predicted ChatGPT had a lot of... Read More

While generative AI is taking the business world by storm, it’s important to note that it’s not necessarily new. Many of today's promises for AI were also made in the past. It was less than 40 years ago that LISP machines, packed with expert knowledge, were supposed to unlock the promises of AI.... Read More

You’ve determined that your product or feature idea is desirable (that is, you know people want it). You’ve established that it’s feasible (that you can build, market and sell it). But is it viable? Traditionally, viability is associated with determining whether your idea not only fits your... Read More

It’s one thing to have an innovation strategy and quite another to have the right plan to execute it. Many companies have the former but struggle with the latter. So how do you ensure you realize the innovation strategy your team has worked so hard to craft? Here are eight tips for creating greater... Read More

You’ve developed a great idea. You’ve tested its desirability and concluded that there is a genuine market need. However, without testing its feasibility – whether you have the time, skills, resources and budget to actually make it happen – you may find yourself stuck at the idea stage. Read More

In a recent episode of the Innovation Talks podcast, I shared some takeaways from the recent Innov8rs Conference in Amsterdam, which had open innovation as its central theme. Read More

Since ChatGPT’s release in late 2022, we’ve explored several use cases about the exciting technologies' potential impact on various industries. This article will explore the benefits and shortcomings of ChatGPT and other AIs in today's supply chain management. Customer satisfaction, overall... Read More

The best chefs will tell you that a great meal isn’t salty, but salt is absolutely critical to bringing out the flavor a dish already has. At Sopheon, we like to think of our customers as the main course and our innovation management software, Accolade,Innovation Management, as the seasoning. The... Read More

90% of all start-ups fail. Of these, 35% fail because of a lack of customer desirability: a lack of market need for their product. Read More