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Discovering the Diverse Sources Behind Innovation

Scrum.org

What Is Innovation Innovation refers to creating, developing, and implementing new ideas, products, services, or methods that bring something different and more effective into use. Innovation is necessary to adapt effectively; it enables us to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing world. The only constant thing is change.

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Can the Words “Innovation” and “Project Management” Be Used In The Same Sentence?

The IIL Blog

Companies are recognizing that brand loyalty accompanied by a higher level of quality does not always equate to customer retention unless supported by some innovations. According to management guru Peter Drucker, there are only two sources for growth: marketing and innovation [Drucker, 2008]. INNOVATION AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT.

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Organizational Structures that Support Faster Innovation and Evolution

Leading Answers

Again, free from some of the normal scrutiny and controls that aim for efficiency, these insulated groups can innovate quicker. Please Innovate While We Micromanage You! Organizations that demand innovation in highly controlled environments designed for process efficiency are likely in for a rude awakening.

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Product Discovery for Scrum Teams

Scrum.org

My take is that the Guide deliberately leaves the product discovery process open-ended to encourage POs and teams to find a practice that suits their unique context, thereby promoting innovation, collaboration, and customer-centric decision-making. It allows teams to explore multiple angles and consider diverse perspectives.

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Inclusiveness of diversity forms a virtuous cycle with psychological safety

Kiron Bondale

In 2014 I wrote an article about the benefits which diversity in team composition can bring to risk identification. It is also recognized that diverse teams are usually more creative and can be more innovative. It is also recognized that diverse teams are usually more creative and can be more innovative.

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Embracing Range: Project Management as the Gateway to Diverse Career Paths

The IIL Blog

I would argue that individuals with a wide range of experiences are better equipped to solve complex problems and innovate. Encouraging team members to explore roles beyond their immediate expertise fosters a collaborative environment where diverse skills converge to drive innovation and problem-solving.

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Embracing an Innovative Mindset

Tony Adams

Digital disruption is challenging traditional business models and creating new market opportunities, with increasing connectivity, IT capabilities and commodification of Big Data reshaping the customer experience (Deloitte, 2014).