How Kraft Foods Continuously Innovates with an Idea Management System

Hot Homemade Chocolate PuddingWhat is co-creation, and how can it improve innovation in your organization?

Kraft Foods innovates using “co-creation” with their customers, which involves an ongoing dialogue between the two about what improvements Kraft can make. This practice has led to new ideas, packaging guidance, and insights into cooking habits. So, how does it work?

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Top Reasons Why Innovation Fails – Part 2

Puzzle lightWhy do innovation initiatives fail? This Fast Company article lists six reasons your organization may be experiencing setbacks.

In our first blog post, we explored reason #1, i.e. how lacking a formal framework can hinder successful innovation. In this blog post, I’ll dive in to reason #2: Not tying initiatives to overall company strategy.

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Top Reasons Why Innovation Fails – Part 1

Young businessman having no ideaWhy do innovation initiatives fail? This Fast Company article introduces six reasons your organization may be experiencing setbacks.

In this blog post, I’ll dive in to reason #1: Not having a formal innovation management framework and systems. [Read more…]

Why Failing Can Be a Good Thing For Innovation

Kids & Science ExperimentSometimes, it’s okay to fail.

Why? Because the fear of failure holds back organizations from being truly innovative. But it’s not just about failure. It’s about how you handle the failure and what you learn from it. Read on to learn why failing can be a good thing and how you can fail well… [Read more…]

5 Simple Tips to Boost Innovation in Your Organization

Flying on a RocketshipHow to boost innovation in your organization?

Having an innovative culture has many benefits. It can help your organization stay ahead of the curve, gain a competitive advantage, and improve employee morale. Here are 5 simple tips to help you increase innovation in your workplace.