International Institute for Learning

JANUARY 30, 2020

We are excited to bring you this blog post on Innovation Project Management, which is adapted from Dr. Harold Kerzner’s new book of the same title. Below, he explains why this topic is so important, the types of challenges that innovation project managers face, and much more. Get your copy today! Order on the IIL website.

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International Institute for Learning

JULY 7, 2022

Especially in software environment, the goal or the final concept is not well-defined at the beginning of a project, therefore, the regular and repeated customer and stakeholder feedback can definitely facilitate the incorporation of the needed adjustments. Behind the launch of a new or even incremental product/concept there is an idea.

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Wrike

JULY 21, 2023

Staying ahead of the curve is crucial for success, and this is where innovation strategy comes into play. By developing a well-defined approach to innovation, businesses can foster growth, drive customer value, and outperform their competitors. However, establishing an effective innovation strategy is not without its challenges.

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The Strategic Project Manager

JANUARY 26, 2022

Innovation and new ideas are great – but how do you get the word out? This is a challenge, especially for implementing innovation strategies. This post examines a widely held theory about how innovations are absorbed and accepted by people, and the implications for implementing strategy. Diffusion Innovation Theory Model.

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Wrike

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, having an effective innovation strategy is crucial for organizations looking to stay ahead of the curve and unleash their full potential. Organizations that fail to innovate risk falling behind their competitors and losing their market share.

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Wrike

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023

One powerful tool that organizations can leverage to drive this transformation is process innovation. In this article, we will explore the concept of process innovation and its importance in business, the role it plays in driving transformation, the steps to implement it, overcoming challenges, and measuring its impact.

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Inloox

JANUARY 29, 2019

Innovation Digging was developed by Tamer Kemeröz and Benno van Aerssen. As the name suggests, it is a systematic 'excavation' of ideas that can help you to innovate both radically and continuously. This process can still be controlled in a systematic way, Innovation Digging can help bring order to creative chaos. sticky notes.

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Scrum.org

APRIL 1, 2024

A product development effort can significantly benefit from defining the 'why' and 'what' and involving developers in understanding and defining business outcomes. A great product owner ensures that products align with the broader business objectives, enhance customer satisfaction, and drive innovation within the organisation.

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Wrike

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

Innovation has become a buzzword in today’s fast-paced business landscape. Many turn to technology and data-driven approaches, but one key driver of innovation often gets overlooked – creativity. Understanding the Role of Creativity in Innovation Creativity is the fuel that powers innovation.

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Scrum.org

APRIL 15, 2024

As we delve into the subject, it's pertinent to note the emphasis placed on defining and visualising our workflow. The genesis of this approach lies in the simple yet profound act of defining our workflow. Are you grappling with the challenges of defining and visualising your team's workflow?

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Project Accelerator News

MARCH 8, 2024

So, when she shared her reason for wanting to move on was, “I just don’t feel we innovate any more”, it got me thinking: How can we build innovation into our IT Projects? The thing is, if you’re getting the results, do you need the added sizzle of innovating? I think that you do.

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The IIL Blog

APRIL 24, 2024

Our customers define value. Companies innovate and develop new products. But customers validate those innovations by “voting with their wallets.” They learn from their customers and continually innovate. They define the culture, vision, and strategies. Their teams are more productive, creative, and innovative.

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Scrum.org

MARCH 11, 2024

The unique challenges and the relentless pursuit of innovation demand a philosophy that is both adaptable and respectful of the creative process. Defining workflows, establishing work-in-progress (WIP) limits, and continuously refining processes are essential steps in realising the full potential of Kanban.

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nTask

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

Innovative. Since you have an affinity for spontaneity, your work will also be more creative and innovative. The post Defining Your Productivity Style and Using It for Smarter Working appeared first on nTask. They prefer juggling between tasks rather than planning or organizing ahead of time. Strengths: Open-minded.

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Wrike

JULY 23, 2023

Innovation has become a key driver for success and growth. However, many businesses struggle to spark innovation and devise a creative strategy. Successful companies understand that innovation is a critical component of staying relevant and staying ahead of the competition.

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Productivity Land

MAY 18, 2023

Here are some incredible technological innovations that are altering the course of history. Top 6 Latest Tech Innovations Artificial Intelligence Artificial intelligence (AI) is one of the most fascinating and quickly developing fields in technology. Only a handful of recent technological advances and developments are presented above.

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International Institute for Learning

NOVEMBER 18, 2019

Nowadays, companies are very conscious that if they want to be competitive, they have to innovate. It is worth quoting a sentence of the father of the Open Innovation concept, Henry Chesbrough: “Most innovation fails. And companies that don’t innovate die” [1]. And companies that don’t innovate die” [1].

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Scrum.org

DECEMBER 4, 2023

It often involves rethinking business models, embracing innovative solutions, and disrupting traditional industry norms. Beyond the technology itself, it requires a shift in mindset, fostering an environment where continuous learning, adaptation, and innovation are at the heart of every decision. Is it increased customer satisfaction?

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Scrum.org

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

Still, Quality is one of the hardest things to define and even harder to measure. Quality is defined by satisfied expectations, not by perfection. One of the most common reasons for organizations to adopt Agile is to improve quality. Quality is relative and subjective.

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Binfire

MARCH 11, 2024

As a result, marketplace platforms have witnessed exponential growth in recent years, disrupting traditional business models and creating new opportunities for innovation and entrepreneurship. In contrast, waterfall methodologies follow a sequential approach, suitable for projects with clearly defined requirements and timelines.

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Scrum.org

JULY 24, 2023

Why the Scrum Guide Lacks Product Discovery as a Concept The Scrum Guide 2020 emphasizes the role of the Product Owner in managing the Product Backlog but does not define the product discovery process. Design Thinking is a good fit when the problem is complex or ill-defined, requiring innovative and user-centric solutions.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JULY 24, 2023

They are: Build a common vision with shared goals Nurture collaboration within the team Create an environment that promotes performance Cultivate learning, creativity and innovation Ensure results These are great principles. Find your own, or define your own leadership attitude.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Defining your objectives for a digital transformation project is key to success. Define your business core values 2. Define your business core values. A strategic organization must have a purpose, a vision, a mission and a set of core values that define its actions to reach those goals. Let’s get started!

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ProjectManager.com

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

Similar to a mission statement , a vision statement it’s a living document that is referred to as a lodestar to lead a company to its next innovation. The core values of your company define its identity and how it interacts with the communities and the environment. It’s important to understand them to define your company vision.

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Scrum.org

MARCH 19, 2024

One of the core tenets the 2017 Scrum Guide emphasized was the role of the Scrum Master in "promoting and supporting Scrum as defined in the Scrum Guide." By doing so, we honor the essence of Agile—responding to change with insight, innovation, and resilience.

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Scrum.org

JANUARY 3, 2024

Key Topics: Agile Certifications: A Starting Point, Not a Destination The Misuse of Certifications in Professional Settings Certifications vs Experience: What Truly Defines Skill? Innovative Immersion Training at NKDAgility At NKDAgility, we offer a unique approach to learning agile principles and practices.

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Scrum.org

MARCH 16, 2024

These striking innovations, which look like toys, are the facade of a profound shift in the industrial paradigm based on speed of change, open-source, decentralization, and composability. Changing a traditional production tool is long and difficult, generating high costs, hindering innovation, and causing loss of economic opportunities.

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ProjectManager.com

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Let’s define each of these elements that make up the strategy map Strategic Objectives Strategic objectives are represented on the strategy map by ovals in which the strategic objective is defined. Those four perspectives are represented as rows on the strategy map and are defined below.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JANUARY 31, 2024

The basics: defining quality Knowing how you are going to manage quality feeds into your quality plan (obviously). The APM BOK defines project quality as: “The fitness for purpose of the degree of conformance of the outputs of a process, or the process itself to requirements.” The options are: Once (i.e. Tip: Avoid scope creep!

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Inloox

MARCH 27, 2024

This includes setting goals, defining success metrics and expected outcomes. If you only go through the Do, Check, Act phases without first setting well-defined goals in the Plan phase, the cycle can lead to a series of meaningless actions, resulting in wasted time and resources.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MARCH 31, 2024

Going live with innovative new solutions? Customer expectation is perhaps one of the most difficult constraints to get right not just because expectations vary from customer to customer but because they might also vary between individual stakeholders – and can be hard to measure and clearly define.

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The Strategic Project Manager

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Lean innovation management originated from startups, but is applicable in helping bring a startup mentality to a variety of types of organizations. Let’s start be defining lean innovation. What is lean innovation, and why is it important? That’s’s one type of innovation. However, it goes deeper.

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Scrum.org

MAY 22, 2023

By offering just enough structure, Scrum enables teams to work together effectively while promoting innovation and adaptability. By fostering a collaborative environment, Scrum helps harness the collective intelligence of the team, leading to innovative solutions and improved outcomes.

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The IIL Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2023

These innovative tools are poised to revolutionize project processes, augment decision-making capabilities, and optimize resource utilization. She has over 25 years of experience in research, organisational innovation, design, adaptation, and benefit realisation.

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Scrum.org

MAY 30, 2023

By bringing together individuals with different skills and perspectives, these teams promote innovation, problem-solving, and a holistic approach to project delivery. Successful cross-functional teams thrive on clear goals, defined accountabilities, and processes established by the team.

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Scrum.org

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Allowing teams the freedom to self-organize empowers them to take ownership of their work, fostering creativity and innovation. Define Clear Objectives and Priorities Agile leader ensures that the product owner has the right information to make informed decisions about how to maximize the value of the product.

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The IIL Blog

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

It is your powerful assistant for experimenting, augmenting your decision-making, and fueling innovation. This includes: Setting clear goals and parameters: Guide the AI towards desired outcomes by defining clear goals, constraints, and ethical considerations. Analyze them critically, considering your project context and expertise.

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