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Author: Hunter O'Donnell

29 May

White Space Analysis

by Hunter O'Donnell
in Innovation Software, Innovation Solutions, Research Services, Technology, Technology Landscape, Technology Scouting
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Leveraging Idea Management Software and Technology Scouting Platforms for White Space Market Research [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="22px"][vc_column_text] Ezassi specializes in helping organizations uncover hidden innovation possibilities through advanced White Space Analysis Reports and technology scouting services. [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="22px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] What Is White Space Analysis? [/vc_column_text][qodef_blockquote text="White Space Analysis is the process of identifying unmet and unarticulated needs in the market- areas where products, services, or solutions do not yet exist based on current business definitions, values, or competencies. This approach allows businesses to move beyond incremental improvements and instead focus on transformative innovation." width="75%"][vc_empty_space height="22px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Why White Space Analysis Matters [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="22px"][vc_column_text]Companies that struggle to identify new markets or understand the impact of emerging technologies risk being disrupted by more agile competitors. Ezassi’s White Space Analysis transforms uncertainty into actionable insights, helping organizations anticipate market shifts and seize high-potential opportunities before others do. By combining advanced AI tools with expert human analysis, Ezassi delivers precise, strategic intelligence-enabling faster, more confident decision-making...

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21 May

What is the Innovation Pipeline?

by Hunter O'Donnell
in Collaboration Software, Idea Management Software, Innovation, Innovation Software, Innovation Strategy Services
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Understanding the Innovation Pipeline: Strategies for Effective Innovation Management and Idea Development [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=""] Why Innovation Matters to Consumers Recent industry research reveals that consumers place a high value on innovation when choosing where to spend their money. In fact, studies—like those from McKinsey—show that the vast majority of customers actively seek out companies that challenge the status quo, offer fresh experiences, and continuously improve their products or services. This desire for innovation signals that people want more than just reliability; they crave creative solutions, unique offerings, and brands that aren’t afraid to think outside the box. In a marketplace filled with choices, being innovative can be a pivotal factor in attracting and retaining loyal customers.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="22px"][vc_column_text] What is the Innovation Pipeline? [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="22px"][vc_column_text]The innovation pipeline is a structured framework that transforms creative ideas into successful, market-ready solutions. By organizing the journey from ideation to commercialization, organizations can efficiently manage innovation and ensure that resources are focused on the...

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19 May

What is Innovation Management?

by Hunter O'Donnell
in Collaboration Software, Idea Management Software, Innovation, Innovation Software, Innovation Solutions, Open Innovation
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Navigating Innovation Management: Implement a Scalable Process and Engaging Platform for Enterprise Ideation and Collaboration Creating Open Innovation Solutions [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="22px"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1753166949426{padding-top: 30px !important;}"] Regardless of your organization’s innovation portfolio size or scope, every business needs a strategy and competitive advantage for growth and technological advancement. Supporting an innovative culture and adopting an innovation management platform across your company assesses valuable KPIs of the current pipeline and promotes future opportunities through the transformative power of innovation. But innovation management isn’t just a one-and-done task—it’s an ongoing, iterative journey. To truly harness innovation, organizations must continuously seek ways to improve and scale their ideas. This means actively gathering feedback from customers, employees, and stakeholders, then using those insights to refine current initiatives and guide future ones. Lessons learned—whether from triumphant launches or instructive failures—should be woven back into your processes, fueling adaptability and resilience. Innovation management rarely follows a straight line. Stages may overlap or repeat,...

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06 Mar

Best Practices for Technology Discovery

by Hunter O'Donnell
in Innovation, Innovation Software, Innovation Solutions, Research Services, Technology Landscape, Technology Scouting
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height="22px"][vc_column_text]Technology discovery and scouting are essential activities for enterprise innovation programs and R&D departments to identify emerging technologies, startups, and market trends that can drive competitive advantage. Ezassi, a leader in open innovation management services, offers robust solutions for technology discovery and tech scouting reports, leveraging AI-powered tools and expert-driven processes to deliver actionable insights.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] Understanding Technology Discovery Technology discovery or tech scouting focuses on identifying emerging technologies, scientific breakthroughs, or market trends that could disrupt industries or open up new opportunities. Ezassi’s technology discovery services are designed to uncover these opportunities through tailored research programs. These projects include Trend Scan Reports, Technology Scouting Reports, Technology Landscape Reports, and Horizon Scans. Each report provides unique insights ranging from short-term tactical solutions to long-term strategic planning.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="22px"][vc_column_text] LEARN MORE: Technology Scouting Process Research Reports to Support Innovation Best Practices for Technology Discovery and Scouting The Benefits of Choosing Ezassi Research Services [/vc_column_text][qodef_separator position="center" color="#f2f2f2" width="100%" thickness="2"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height="22px"][vc_column_text] Ezassi’s Technology Scouting Process [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="22px"][vc_column_text]Ezassi follows a structured...

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21 Feb

First Responder UAS Innovation Challenge

by Hunter O'Donnell
in Defense & Aerospace Industry, Innovation, Innovation Challenge, Innovation Software, Technology Challenge
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Rewarding Innovation - [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="12px"][vc_column_text] NIST UAS 6.0 Stage 2 Winners and the Rise of Open Innovation for First Responders [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="18px"][vc_column_text]The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) UAS 6.0 Challenge, hosted on the Ezassi-powered innovation management platform, has reached an exciting milestone with the announcement of its Stage 2 winners. This innovation challenge, designed to advance wireless data-gathering technologies for uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS), highlights the critical role of cutting-edge solutions in enhancing first responder capabilities. As we celebrate these innovators, we also aim to inspire other organizations to leverage Ezassi's open innovation software and services to tackle pressing challenges in their industries.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="24px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Spotlight on the UAS 6.0 Stage 2 Winners [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="18px"][vc_column_text]The Stage 2 winners of the NIST UAS 6.0 Challenge have demonstrated exceptional ingenuity in addressing real-world problems faced by first responders. Their innovations include advanced drone technologies, wireless data systems, and video demonstrations of capabilities that improve situational...

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19 Feb

What is a Trend Scan Report?

by Hunter O'Donnell
in Innovation Solutions, Research Services, Technology, Technology Scouting
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Seek Trend Scan Reports for Innovation Program Research [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="12px"][vc_column_text]Organizations looking to maintain a competitive edge use consultative research services to navigate the complex world of emerging technologies and market trends. Innovative companies gain additional foresight with Trend Scan Reports. Let's explore what a Trend Scan is, how it can benefit your R&D efforts, and why it's essential for fueling your innovation pipeline.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="12px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height="12px"][vc_column_text] What is a Trend Scan Report? [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="12px"][qodef_blockquote text="A Trend Scan Report is a comprehensive research and analysis service that provides organizations with valuable insights into emerging technologies, market trends, and potential opportunities within their industry. Typically delivered as a concise 5-10 page document, a Trend Scan offers a meaningful snapshot of a specific trend or technology, allowing businesses to make informed decisions about where to focus their resources and how to position themselves for future success." width="75%"][vc_empty_space height="12px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css=".vc_custom_1739985312267{background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}"][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] Components of a...

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07 Feb

Innovation and Strategic Growth Trends Survey

by Hunter O'Donnell
in Collaboration Software, Idea Management Software, Innovation Software, Innovation Strategy Services, Technology, Types of Innovation
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Key Trends and Challenges Shaping Organizational Growth in 2025 [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="12px"][vc_column_text]Innovation is the engine of progress, and companies must continuously adapt to maintain a competitive edge. Organizations in 2025 are navigating AI-driven innovation, open collaboration, and strategic technology scouting to fuel their next breakthroughs. Ezassi’s Innovation & Strategic Growth Trends Survey explores the priorities, challenges, and emerging technologies shaping business strategies this year. Participants gain exclusive insights into industry benchmarks and future innovation roadmaps. Participation in this year's questionnaire was anonymous, and they received early access to the results, but now you too have access to best practices.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][qodef_separator position="center" color="#f2f2f2" border_style="solid" width="100%" thickness="2"][vc_empty_space height="12px"][vc_column_text] Results are in! Get your copy of the 2025 Innovation & Strategic Growth Trends Report [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="12px"][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/4"][vc_empty_space height="12px"][vc_single_image image="21005" img_size="" alignment="center"][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width="3/4"][vc_raw_html]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[/vc_raw_html][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height="12px"][qodef_separator position="center" color="#f2f2f2" border_style="solid" width="100%" thickness="2"][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Why Your Innovation Strategy Matters in 2025 [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="12px"][vc_column_text]In an era of digital transformation, businesses must strike the right balance between short-term...

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30 Jan

What is Technology Scouting?

by Hunter O'Donnell
in Innovation, Innovation Software, Innovation Solutions, Open Innovation, Research Services, Technology, Technology Scouting
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Staying ahead of technological advancements is crucial for corporate innovators aiming to enhance their R&D and innovation programs. One effective strategy to achieve this is through technology scouting. But what exactly is technology scouting, and how can it benefit your organization?[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Define Technology Scouting [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="22px"][qodef_blockquote text="Technology scouting is a proactive approach to identifying, evaluating, and acquiring emerging technologies and expertise from external sources. It involves systematically searching for technological solutions, patents, new research, trends, subject matter experts, and opportunities that solve for an organization's near-term objectives. This process enables companies to integrate external knowledge and adjacent technologies into their internal R&D efforts more effectively." title_tag="h3" width="100%"][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/3"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""] How Technology Scouting Works A successful technology scouting process begins by defining challenges based on function rather than jumping straight to specific solutions. By focusing on the desired outcome, organizations can uncover innovative answers from unexpected industries or scientific fields—sometimes finding inspiration in sectors...

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10 Jun

Innovation Management for Risk Mitigation

by Hunter O'Donnell
in Enterprise Innovation, Idea Management Software, Innovation, Innovation Challenge, Innovation Software, Innovation Solutions, Open Innovation, Technology Challenge
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] How Much Does “Maybe” Cost?  |  Leveraging Innovation Management for Risk Mitigation  [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="42px"][vc_text_separator title="The Cost of “Maybe”" border_width="2"][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/4"][vc_single_image image="17384" img_size="" alignment="center" style="vc_box_outline_circle"][/vc_column][vc_column width="3/4"][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]Imagine standing at the crossroads of innovation, armed with a bold idea. Your team is ready to take the leap, but the path ahead is unclear and unstructured. Will this great idea flourish or flounder in your current organization? Is there transparency across collaborative departments to move the idea through the pipeline efficiently? The answer lies in the delicate balance of risk and reward and a structured strategy to make that determination.   “Maybe” is the cost of uncertainty—the price paid for daring to disrupt the industry. But how do you manage this risk? [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][qodef_separator position="center" color="#f2f2f2" border_style="solid" width="100%" thickness="2"][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] Innovation Management to Navigate Risk  [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]Use Innovation Management strategies against the paralysis of uncertainty. Here’s how it works:     Structured Exploration: Rather than jumping at every great idea, innovation management encourages a methodical approach. Define...

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29 Apr

PFAS and Autonomous Discovery Labs

by Hunter O'Donnell
in CPG Industry, Innovation, Innovation Software, Innovation Solutions, Technology, Technology Landscape, Technology Scouting
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Create a Healthier Future with Plastics Through Autonomous Discovery and PFAS Alternative Research [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="22px"][vc_column_text] Innovation with Autonomous Discovery Labs – The Next Generation of Scientific Experimentation to Eliminate “Forever Chemicals” [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="22px"][vc_column_text]The rise of PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) regulations has put increased pressure on the plastics industry to find more sustainable solutions for creating and managing worldwide plastic waste. Autonomous discovery labs offer a promising approach of tackling this challenge by leveraging advanced AI and robotics to rapidly explore new ways of breaking down and reassembling polymer chains. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_text_separator title="PFAS Explained" border_width="2"][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]PFAS are also known as “forever chemicals” because they do not break down easily in the environment and can accumulate over time. PFAS are used in a wide range of packaging, industrial, and consumer products for their water- and grease-resistant properties. However, concerns about the potential health and environmental impacts of PFAS are continuously growing. PFAS is commonly found worldwide...

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