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16 Dec

Ezassi vs Big 4 Consulting

by Matthew Heim
in Innovation Software, Innovation Solutions, Open Innovation
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Big Consulting Houses vs. Boutique Firms for Innovation The Costs and Risks of Making an Uninformed Choice [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="10px"][vc_column_text]We all know, and possibly worked with the Big 4 consulting houses, which include PriceWaterhouseCoopers, KPMG, Ernst & Young and Deloitte. These firms have thousands of consultants and are designed to drive high profits through a Matrixed Organization, as well as what is known as a Leverage Model.  Think of the Leverage Model as a pyramid, with the senior-level partners at the top, managers in the middle and associates at the bottom.  As the pyramid would symbolize, there are many more junior-level resources – in fact, they are designed to hold a ratio of between 12- or 15-to-1. Having worked for two of the four big consulting houses at both junior and senior levels, I know that these firms will claim to be able to produce deliverables on virtually any topic or discipline.  Because...

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11 Dec

What is Technology Innovation?

by Stephanie Creech
in Innovation, Innovation Software, Innovation Solutions, Open Innovation, Technology, Technology Challenge, Technology Landscape, Technology Scouting
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Technology innovation is creating, enhancing, and applying novel tools, systems, processes, and technologies that drive transformative advancements across various industries. This dynamic process involves leveraging expertise, research, and resources to develop groundbreaking solutions that address challenges, optimize efficiencies, and generate value. From incremental improvements to disruptive breakthroughs, technology innovation is a catalyst for progress and competitiveness. At its core, technology innovation bridges creativity with functionality. It is not limited to inventing new devices or software; it also includes rethinking existing technologies and adapting them to solve emerging problems. This makes it a cornerstone of sustainable growth and a key driver of societal, economic, and industrial evolution.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="10px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][qodef_separator position="center" color="#dddddd" width="100%" thickness="2 px"][vc_empty_space height="10px"][vc_column_text] Why Technology Innovation Matters [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="5px"][vc_column_text] Solving Complex Problems Technology innovation enables organizations to tackle pressing challenges, whether improving healthcare access, reducing environmental impact, or enhancing global connectivity. It turns abstract ideas into practical solutions that create tangible benefits for businesses and...

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10 Dec

What is Continuous Innovation? Definition, Examples and Management

by Robyn Silber
in Innovation, Innovation Software, Innovation Solutions, Types of Innovation
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Thriving companies don’t sit back and enjoy their success; they are constantly innovating. It is not always the sensational, market-shifting, disruptive innovations that companies invest in, but the commitment of substantial resources to Continuous Innovation.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] What is Continuous Innovation? [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="22px"][qodef_blockquote text="Continuous innovation is an organizational approach of consistently generating, testing, and implementing new ideas across products, services, and processes. It creates a dynamic culture of ongoing improvement, where innovation isn't a one-time event but a perpetual strategic commitment to adaptation, learning, and value creation." 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_awesome" fa_icon="fa-check-circle" font_weight="" text="R&D Reports" link="//ezassi.com/open-innovation-management-services/technology-discovery-market-analysis/"][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/2"][vc_column_text]Innovative organizations allocate resources to adjust, tweak and revise products, services, ideas, and methods to maintain their competitive edge.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/4"][qodef_button size="" type="" hover_animation="" target="_blank" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="fa-check-circle" font_weight="" text="IDEA BOX" link="//ezassi.com/idea-box-internal-external-ideation/"][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height="42px"][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/2"][vc_column_text] The Rules of Continuous Innovation: Adaptability, Learning, and Growth [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="22px"][vc_column_text]It’s not just companies that are constantly innovating.  The world of competitive...

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05 Dec

From Concept to Reality: Mastering the Innovation Lifecycle with Ezassi

by Stephanie Creech
in Innovation, Innovation Challenge, Innovation Software, Innovation Solutions, Open Innovation
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Bringing a groundbreaking idea to life is an exhilarating journey, but it’s also one that requires strategic execution. Whether you’re a startup founder, R&D leader, or innovation manager, the transition from concept to market-ready solution involves navigating a series of interconnected stages. At Ezassi, we specialize in helping organizations streamline the idea-to-implementation process with our suite of Innovation Management Products and Services. Let’s explore how our offerings can elevate your innovation journey and bring your vision to life.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] The Power of Innovation Management [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="5px"][vc_column_text]Successful innovation doesn’t stop at ideation—it thrives on meticulous planning, execution, and adaptation. Without a structured approach, even the most brilliant ideas risk stalling. Ezassi’s Idea Management Software, Technology Discovery Software, and Pipeline Management Software help organizations manage every phase of innovation, ensuring ideas are not only generated but also refined, implemented, and optimized for long-term success.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Understanding the Idea-to-Implementation Process [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="5px"][vc_column_text] 1. Generating and Refining Ideas Innovation begins with ideation....

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03 Dec

Innovation on the Horizon: The Next 5 Years of Robotics and Industrial Automation

by Dave Jones
in Chemicals & Materials, CPG Industry, Defense & Aerospace Industry, Energy Industry, Enterprise Innovation, Food and Beverage Industry, Innovation, Innovation Software, MedTech & Life Sciences Industry, Technology, Technology Scouting
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] The Transformative Impact of Robotics on Industry Automation- Revolutionizing Efficiency, Precision, and Innovation Across Sectors [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="22px"][vc_column_text]Robotics and industrial automation are at the heart of Industry 4.0, revolutionizing manufacturing in recent years. These technologies dramatically enhance versatility and reliability, allowing businesses to adapt quickly to changing demands while maintaining utmost precision and efficiency to streamline operations, reduce downtimes, and optimize resource usage. Robotics are driving productivity and boosting profitability across a wide range of industries.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="22px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height="22px"][vc_column_text] An Analysis of How Robotics Technology is Changing the Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) and Food and Beverage Industries   Key Impact Areas: Supply Chain Optimization, Predictive Maintenance, Quality Control, Production Optimization, Adaptive Manufacturing [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Technological advances in robotics are helping CPG companies improve accuracy, reduce costs, and maintain consistent quality while meeting increasing consumer demand for product variety and customization. Supply Chain Optimization: Autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) and Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) streamline material handling, inventory movement, and packing, while...

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20 Nov

Idea Management as an Innovation Strategy

by Matthew Heim
in Idea Management Software, Innovation, Innovation Software, Innovation Strategy Services
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Strategic Idea Management: Your Edge for Transformative Innovation [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="22px"][vc_column_text]It is undeniable that innovation is likely the single-most impactful means of staying ahead of the competition. However, generating innovative ideas and turning them into actionable solutions requires more than just creative thinking—it demands effective management of ideas, collaboration, and alignment with strategic goals. This is where idea management software and supporting business practices come into play.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="22px"][qodef_blockquote text="Idea management software is a digital platform designed to capture, develop, prioritize, and implement ideas from employees, customers, or stakeholders." title_tag="h3" width="75%"][vc_empty_space height="22px"][vc_column_text]When leveraged effectively using integrated business processes, KPIs and collaboration, it becomes much more than a tool for idea collection—it evolves into a strategic asset that generates business growth, improves efficiency, and enhances organizational culture. Here’s how and why idea management can be a powerful strategic tool across the entire enterprise.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] Idea Management for Innovation:  [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="22px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="3/4"][vc_column_text] Fosters a Culture of Innovation One of...

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18 Nov

Hackathon

by Stephanie Creech
in Collaboration Software, Idea Management Software, Innovation Software, Innovation Solutions, Open Innovation, Technology Challenge, Types of Innovation
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Hackathons Explained [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] What is a Hackathon? [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="10px"][qodef_blockquote text="A hackathon is an event, typically lasting a short period of time, where people come together to collaborate in order to quickly solve a problem or identify new opportunities." title_tag="h3"][vc_empty_space height="20px"][vc_column_text] The Origin of Hackathons: How Intensive Collaboration Became a Catalyst for Innovation [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="5px"][vc_column_text]The concept of a "hackathon" was born in 1999, thanks to pioneering developers at OpenBSD and Sun Microsystems. OpenBSD, an organization dedicated to security-focused software, coined the term during a multi-day event where developers came together to "hack" on code, working intensively to improve and secure their software. Around the same time, Sun Microsystems introduced the term at the JavaOne conference, hosting a hackathon that invited developers to collaboratively build new applications in Java. The term itself combines "hack"—referring to creative coding or problem-solving—with "marathon," representing the event's prolonged, focused effort. This fusion perfectly captures the essence of hackathons: high-energy, collaborative sessions where...

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08 Nov

Innovation Analyst for Technology Research

by Matthew Heim
in Innovation, Innovation Software, Innovation Strategy Services, Open Innovation, Technology, Technology Landscape, Technology Scouting
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] The Risks of Sole Reliance on LLMs and AI in Technology Discovery: Why Human Expertise is Still Essential [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="22px"][vc_column_text] LLMs and AI tools are inadequate as primary technology discovery tools. A human analyst to validate technology search results, conduct crucial subject matter expert interviews, and evaluate unique ideas from experienced, creative employees and stakeholders through open innovation challenges will prove to be the best approach to a fully developed innovation management strategy. [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]In today’s world of rapid technological advancements, businesses are constantly racing to identify and adopt breakthrough solutions that can give them a competitive edge. AI-driven tools like large language models (LLMs) have emerged as powerful engines for uncovering information, scouring vast data sets in seconds, and generating insights that would otherwise take weeks to gather. However, as efficient as these tools are, they can create a false sense of security in the New Product Development arena. Successful technology discovery demands...

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29 Oct

What is Open Innovation? Definition, Types, Model, and Best Practices

by Stephanie Creech
in Innovation Software, Intellectual Property, Open Innovation, Types of Innovation
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Table of Contents What is Open Innovation? Types of Open Innovation Models Examples of Open Innovation Top 10 Best Practices for Open Innovation [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height="20px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] What is Open Innovation? Open innovation is a forward-thinking strategy that emphasizes collaboration and external input to drive innovation. By combining internal efforts with ideas, technologies, and expertise from outside sources, organizations can accelerate growth, develop cutting-edge solutions, and address complex challenges. Open innovation breaks down traditional boundaries, embracing collective intelligence to create value faster and more efficiently. Unlike closed innovation, which focuses solely on internal R&D, open innovation actively encourages partnerships and knowledge sharing, accelerating innovation cycles by leveraging external expertise and resources.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height="20px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Open Innovation Model: Key Features The open innovation model brings together several core principles, distinguishing it from conventional innovation practices: Collaboration: Open innovation thrives on partnerships with customers, suppliers, startups, universities, and even competitors. By working with external stakeholders, companies can benefit from broader expertise and...

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03 Oct

5 Year Innovation Forecast: Essential Technologies Shaping the Future of Business

by Dave Jones
in CPG Industry, Enterprise Innovation, Food and Beverage Industry, Innovation, Innovation Software, Innovation Solutions, Open Innovation, Technology Landscape, Technology Scouting
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[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_empty_space height="30px"][vc_column_text] Future Technology Assessments for Industry Series [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] An Analysis of the Technologies Transforming the Business Landscape [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="10px"][vc_column_text]In much the same way that Gutenberg revolutionized knowledge dissemination employing machine efficiency, today’s technological advancements are triggering a new paradigm shift across industries. Just as the printing press transformed communication and made information accessible at unprecedented levels, emerging technologies are reshaping industries like Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG), Aerospace and Defense, Energy, Life Sciences, Chemicals and Materials. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/3"][vc_single_image image="18209" img_size="full"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height="10px"][qodef_separator position="center" color="#e2e2e2" width="100%" thickness="2"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height="30px"][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/4"][vc_single_image image="18109" alignment="right" style="vc_box_shadow_circle"][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width="3/4"][vc_empty_space height="20px"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1727955805851{border-radius: 2px !important;}"]"Understanding which technologies will define the future is not just about predicting trends—it's about positioning your business at the forefront of innovation. As industries evolve, the companies that recognize and adopt these disruptive technologies will not only lead but shape the future of their sectors." - Dr. Dave Jones, Chief Research Officer [/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height="10px"][qodef_separator position="center" color="#e2e2e2" width="100%" thickness="2"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="3/4"][vc_empty_space height="20px"][vc_column_text] What Disruptive...

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