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Innovation Budget Planning Components Top 10
30 Oct

Innovation Budget Planning: 10 Key Components

by Stephanie Creech
in Enterprise Innovation, Innovation, Innovation Challenge, MedTech & Life Sciences Industry, Open Innovation, Technology
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As a follow-up to our recent blog on “What to Include in Your Innovation Budget” we have created an innovation budget planning components list with 10 key items you should include in your innovation budget for the coming year.   As you will notice as you go through the budget checklist, some of the key components include taking advantage of external resources. As Benjamin Franklin said, “time is money,” so keep in mind that innovation planning may go beyond optimizing internal resources and require you to invest in outside resources in order to speed up production time.     With that in mind, here are 10 key components that should be a part of your innovation budget plan:   Innovation Budget Planning Components #1 Outside Consulting Ask yourself: Do we have the skills and resources necessary for our project research and development? Can we bridge the gap with outside consulting resources?   Whether you need help developing innovation and best practices...

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16 Feb

HIMSS Conference 2018 Speakers Lineup

by Dillon Carter
in Innovation, MedTech & Life Sciences Industry, Open Innovation, Uncategorized
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Announcing The HIMSS Conference 2018 Speakers Lineup [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Today we are excited to announce the HIMSS Conference 2018 Speakers . The conference date is March 5 - 9, 2018 and will be held in Las Vegas, NV. The speaker lineup includes:[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="15px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height="15px"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1753090470115{padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Where Is HIMSS 2018 Happening? This year’s HIMSS Conference will take place at the Sands Expo Center in the heart of Las Vegas. If you’re plugging it into your GPS, head to 201 Sands Avenue, Las Vegas, NV 89169. Just a stone’s throw from the Las Vegas Strip, the venue puts you right in the center of the action—for both innovative healthcare discussions and world-class entertainment when the sessions wind down.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1750849605207{padding-top: 10px !important;padding-bottom: 10px !important;}"] Conference Highlights: What to Expect at HIMSS 2018 So, what makes the HIMSS Annual Conference & Exhibition such a can’t-miss event for anyone in health IT? Inspiring Keynotes & Thought Leaders: Get front-row access to...

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09 Feb

HIMSS Conference 2018 Speaking Topics

by Dillon Carter
in Innovation, MedTech & Life Sciences Industry
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1752990810926{padding-top: 30px !important;}"] What Is the HIMSS Annual Conference & Exhibition? The HIMSS Annual Conference & Exhibition is where leaders, innovators, and experts in health information technology gather to shape the future of healthcare. Hosted each year in Las Vegas at the Sands Expo, this event unites professionals from across the globe—including clinicians, IT specialists, executives, and solution vendors—all driven by the shared goal of advancing health technology. At its core, the HIMSS Conference is about knowledge-sharing, discovering the latest breakthroughs in health IT, and forging new industry connections. Attendees can expect a packed agenda full of insightful sessions, engaging speakers, and hands-on opportunities to explore cutting-edge digital health solutions. Whether you’re seeking lessons from peers or tips from seasoned industry pioneers, it’s the go-to destination for anyone passionate about driving healthcare forward.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_text_separator title="Topics"][vc_empty_space][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/2"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1752991149453{padding-top: 30px !important;}"] Where’s the HIMSS 2018 Conference Happening? For those ready to deep-dive into innovation and industry connections,...

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Open Innovation Convincing the Decision Makers
03 Jul

Open Innovation: Convincing the Decision Makers

by Jennifer Creech
in Enterprise Innovation, Innovation, Intellectual Property, MedTech & Life Sciences Industry, Open Innovation, Technology
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Open Innovation Shouldn't Be a Hard Sell. But, All Too Often, It Is. At Ezassi, we believe whole-heartedly in the importance of Open Innovation for the survival of businesses. That being said, we also fully recognize that convincing decision makers to go forward with Open Innovation initiatives can be a hard sell. It almost seems counterintuitive that the same leaders who were responsible for launching and cultivating a successful business, would be resistant to change even in the face of evolving markets. Yet all too often, that is the case. Open Innovation convincing decision makers should be a primary focus.   This means that it falls on employees to make the case for Open Innovation and convincing the decision makers, which can be a thin line to walk. To help you navigate these choppy waters, we put together a comprehensive guide entitled, “How to Make Open Innovation an Easy Sell in Your Organization,”...

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04 Nov

MedTech Industry Open Innovation Challenges, Interview With eZassi CEO

by Virginia Bush
in Innovation, Intellectual Property, MedTech & Life Sciences Industry, Open Innovation, Technology
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Plastics Today interview with eZassi's CEO, Peter von Dyck, discusses how the Medical Device Industry (MedTech Industry) is opening up to embracing open innovation. The medtech industry open innovation challenges have been on the forefront of the industry for a long time. This interview highlights the known challenges and what is happening with medtech open innovation.   Below are a few highlights from this discovery article and interview:   The medtech industry is well-known for wanting to keep innovation internal but times are changing. Companies, like those in medtech, feel it is a must to open up their innovation strategy to be competitive in the marketplace. Open innovation in a secure environment is not so scary. eZassi Open Innovation Management Software solution provides a valuable component for clients that need that extra level of security. Open Innovation with IP Protection. Similar to the scariness of e-commerce with trusted online transaction now it's safe...

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