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Author: Hunter O'Donnell

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] Participate in the 2025 Innovation and Strategic Growth Trends Survey [/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. By participating, you’ll gain exclusive insights into industry benchmarks and future innovation roadmaps. Complete the survey today—participation is anonymous, but those who provide an email will receive the compiled results to compare best practices across industries.[/vc_column_text][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 improvements (Horizon 1), emerging opportunities (Horizon 2), and breakthrough innovation (Horizon 3). Our survey explores how companies like yours are investing in these different horizons to drive long-term success. Your participation will help...

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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_empty_space height="22px"][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/4"][qodef_button size="" type="" hover_animation="" target="_blank" icon_pack="" font_weight="" text="Example Report" link="//ezassi.com/technology-discovery-services/smart-packaging-tech-scouting-report/"][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/2"][vc_column_text] Ezassi offers Technology Scouting Software and Customized Research Reports by Innovation Analysts. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/4"][qodef_button size="" type="" hover_animation="" target="_blank" icon_pack="" font_weight="" text="Case Study" link="//ezassi.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Advancing-NASAs-Technology-Scouting.pdf"][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height="42px"][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text] The Importance of Technology Scouting [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="22px"][vc_column_text]Incorporating technology scouting into your innovation...

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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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13 Feb

Innovation Day

by Hunter O'Donnell
in Conference, Innovation, Innovation Software, Innovation Solutions, Open Innovation
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] What is Innovation Day? Innovation Day is a dedicated event within organizations aimed at celebrating creativity, fostering new ideas, and encouraging employees to engage in activities that drive innovation, helping companies stay competitive and forward-thinking.  [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="22px"][vc_column_text] Innovation Day - Challenge the Status Quo & Reach for Innovative Solutions [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]Every year, the world of innovation pushes boundaries and reshapes our lives. The Ezassi Innovation Management Software, Strategy & Services team trusts you’ll identify an organization-wide opportunity to celebrate your advancements and envision the future. Here are some great dates to consider: February 11 A popular celebration of human ingenuity is February 11th, National Inventors Day, which began in 1983 in the United States. It recognizes new inventions and inspires innovators in honor of the anniversary of the birth of Thomas Alva Edison, one of America's most famous and prolific inventors. February 16 A similar commemoration found on many calendars is “Innovation Day,” often set for February 16. This...

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what is innovation management
16 Nov

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]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.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] Defining Innovation Management  The Key Pillars of Innovation Management Tools and Techniques for Innovation: Idea Management, Pipeline Management, and Technology Discovery Software & Innovation Services  The Benefits of Innovation Management [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] Defining Innovation Management: [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="22px"][vc_column_text]Innovation management is the process of nurturing and guiding the development of new ideas, products, services, or processes within an organization. It’s the strategies, idea stage gate and workflows that move creative ideas, novel technologies, or key market insights through an efficient and transparent pipeline of challenge solvers and...

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17 Oct

Intrapreneurs

by Hunter O'Donnell
in Enterprise Innovation, Innovation, Innovation Software, Open Innovation, Technology Challenge, Types of Innovation
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Invest in Intrapreneurs – Innovation Management Supports Your Organization’s Greatest Change Makers [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="10px"][vc_column_text]Intrapreneurs are those important team members with the optimism, intellect, initiative, and discipline to champion bright ideas and drive new project pipelines, establishing innovative change across the business. Does your organization nurture valuable intrapreneurship?  When internal team members are given the freedom to think like entrepreneurs, they become more motivated, creative, and engaged. They are not afraid to challenge the status quo and are driven to find innovative solutions to problems. By fostering intrapreneurship within your organization, you stimulate the development of disruptive ideas and invest in a collaborative work environment. The organization's collective intelligence is multiplied, leading to more innovative outcomes and solutions to your biggest challenges. How does a company encourage an intrapreneurial spirit in employees? By making their employees feel that their ideas are heard and transparent to others, fairly evaluated, and under consideration for future implementation. [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] How...

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29 Aug

Industry 4.0

by Hunter O'Donnell
in Chemicals & Materials, CPG Industry, Defense & Aerospace Industry, Energy Industry, Enterprise Innovation, Food and Beverage Industry, Innovation, Innovation Solutions, MedTech & Life Sciences Industry, Technology
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Improving Industry 4.0 With Innovation Management [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, staying ahead of the competition requires embracing Industry 4.0 and leveraging the power and adaptability of Innovation Management and strategy. At Ezassi, we understand the importance of navigating sustainable innovation and have developed a range of solutions to help businesses thrive in this new era of digital transformation. [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="22px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] What is Industry 4.0 Innovation? [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="22px"][vc_column_text]Industry 4.0 is the fourth industrial revolution, merging cutting-edge technologies with traditional manufacturing to create a smart and interconnected production ecosystem. It's all about embracing automation, artificial intelligence, big data, and the Internet of Things to optimize productivity, efficiency, and innovation across the supply chain. We are experiencing a new period of manufacturing excellence where machines communicate, analyze, and make decisions on their own, allowing businesses unprecedented growth and success. However, new robotics, improved data management systems, and impressive automation in a smart factory does not happen...

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