Most Active Articles 2013-05-21T13:00:44.961-04:00 Business Exchange Business_Exchange@businessweek.com urn:com:businessweek:bx:topic:most-active:innovation-economics Daniel Robles drobles975 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:8185797305648568577-64538ce2e01b57e88c8b41eb717c8ffe 2012-10-09T20:28:42.237-04:00

What if roads and parking lots were solar, fueling enough energy from the sun to power nearby communities as well as electric vehicles? Scott and Julie Brusaw, the inventors/creators have the answer.

What if roads and parking lots were solar, fueling enough energy from the sun to power nearby communities as well as electric vehicles? Scott and Julie Brusaw, the inventors/creators have the answer. http://www.innovationexcellence.com/blog/2012/10/09/solar-roadways/ Dru Sturgess dsturgess259 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:17075872653050296397-7fe58919806842ff0e584ec24a8357cf 2012-09-27T18:31:11.308-04:00

Sometimes you see a project and you think that whoever came up with it is great. This is the case of Izhar Gafni, an engineer who works in industrial design. He had the idea of using one of the most common materials to make a bike, cardboard.

Sometimes you see a project and you think that whoever came up with it is great. This is the case of Izhar Gafni, an engineer who works in industrial design. He had the idea of using one of the most common materials to make a bike, cardboard. http://www.innovationexcellence.com/blog/2012/09/25/a-cardboard-bike/ Dru Sturgess dsturgess259 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:1224612994374688614-d76d8655cec6a924a73eba5334d098fc 2012-10-05T13:28:01.020-04:00

Patrick Meyer’s new book “Steve Jobs & the World of Mobile” is designed to show Job’s vision and inspiration in context, and to unleash insights for the future of an increasingly technology-enabled world. Continue reading →

Patrick Meyer’s new book “Steve Jobs & the World of Mobile” is designed to show Job’s vision and inspiration in context, and to unleash insights for the future of an increasingly technology-enabled world. Continue reading → http://www.innovationexcellence.com/blog/2012/10/05/beyond-the-issacson-bio-steve-jobs-future-insights/ Dru Sturgess dsturgess259 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:14270844591133452195-33674be63c9a942908919df6d25e86c8 2013-03-25T11:03:25.946-04:00

There is no greater uncertainty than the future. Our primary focus is on the relevant issues that affect all cities and industries...

There is no greater uncertainty than the future. Our primary focus is on the relevant issues that affect all cities and industries... http://kapsch-innovation.net/2013/01/07/the-future-of-mega-cities-are-we-boiling-like-frogs-in-our-cities/ Magdalena Pyka mpyka001 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:9177930390921511901-0380416a3a56eba14f67363f407d238a 2012-11-12T13:47:42.225-05:00

If you are taking the time read this article, it is evidence of the power delivered by the juxtaposition of mystery and branding. Its power comes from the intrigue that mystery offers as it sets up an expectation of something more interesting to consider than the typical brand fare.

If you are taking the time read this article, it is evidence of the power delivered by the juxtaposition of mystery and branding. Its power comes from the intrigue that mystery offers as it sets up an expectation of something more interesting to consider than the typical brand fare. http://www.innovationexcellence.com/blog/2012/11/12/the-power-of-mystery-in-branding/ Dru Sturgess dsturgess259 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:10317893602411818353-f27b5a219b8c21964f4d42ac418aace0 2012-09-27T19:54:52.911-04:00

Imagine you just completed an innovation program, but things went terribly wrong. So wrong, in fact, that the boss won't allow anyone to use the term

Imagine you just completed an innovation program, but things went terribly wrong. So wrong, in fact, that the boss won't allow anyone to use the term http://www.innovationexcellence.com/blog/2012/09/27/rebooting-your-innovation-effort/ Dru Sturgess dsturgess259 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:14240692101533806837-200c5b242fd0253d4247488ce1e0f406 2012-09-13T17:15:32.804-04:00

We'€™ve all heard the saying €œperception is reality,€ but is it true? Does perception never, rarely, sometimes, or always equal reality?

We'€™ve all heard the saying €œperception is reality,€ but is it true? Does perception never, rarely, sometimes, or always equal reality? http://www.innovationexcellence.com/blog/2012/09/13/leadership-perception/ Dru Sturgess dsturgess259 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:11159846711586588181-95e97eb1ca40298500fc5a3510ae86a1 2012-11-13T20:27:46.251-05:00

Innovation techniques influence how companies launch new products and new lines of business; however, innovation can also have a transformative, positive impact when applied to the social sector. We have asked Memphis’ Mayor’s Innovation Delivery Team a series of questions about their innovation efforts.

Innovation techniques influence how companies launch new products and new lines of business; however, innovation can also have a transformative, positive impact when applied to the social sector. We have asked Memphis’ Mayor’s Innovation Delivery Team a series of questions about their innovation efforts. http://www.innovationexcellence.com/blog/2012/10/29/how-memphis-mayor-innovation-delivery-team-actually-innovates/ Dru Sturgess dsturgess259 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:9803595307746472540-6dadddac6db5c97d2ebc0db2427523a3 2012-10-05T13:19:12.091-04:00

You are invited to contribute to this interactive document by submitting crowdsourcing cases that you know of. Contributors will be listed in the timeline presentation, and it's also possible to link to your website.

You are invited to contribute to this interactive document by submitting crowdsourcing cases that you know of. Contributors will be listed in the timeline presentation, and it's also possible to link to your website. http://www.innovationexcellence.com/blog/2012/10/04/explosion-crowdsourcing-for-marketing-and-innovation/ Dru Sturgess dsturgess259 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:12693931681863628908-c9462089e41ec350a8d5b196e8a5f6eb 2012-07-24T12:24:43.188-04:00

Engineers have a lot to be proud of. Responsible for imposing structures ranging from the Egyptian Pyramids to the world’s tallest building (currently Dubai’s Burj Khalifa), from the pacemaker to the iPad, their achievements are immense.

Engineers have a lot to be proud of. Responsible for imposing structures ranging from the Egyptian Pyramids to the world’s tallest building (currently Dubai’s Burj Khalifa), from the pacemaker to the iPad, their achievements are immense. http://www.innovationexcellence.com/blog/2012/07/22/tackling-complexity-why-diversity-matters/ Dru Sturgess dsturgess259 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:10916930719468436259-3306413af06cdd684c49b5208179a502 2012-09-22T10:17:13.846-04:00

The stalled world economy will make growth difficult, and companies are digging in for the long haul, getting ready to more of what they do best..

The stalled world economy will make growth difficult, and companies are digging in for the long haul, getting ready to more of what they do best.. http://www.innovationexcellence.com/blog/2012/09/22/less-with-far-less-for-the-developing-world/ Dru Sturgess dsturgess259 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:2674916481490422662-91bfd785e3542e082c49f02258561cad 2012-08-08T12:19:45.279-04:00

How are you going to find the means to develop the most promising innovation ideas? One good way is to kill off the weaker projects which are currently absorbing precious resources.

How are you going to find the means to develop the most promising innovation ideas? One good way is to kill off the weaker projects which are currently absorbing precious resources. http://www.innovationexcellence.com/blog/2012/08/06/kill-the-weak-to-foster-the-strong/ Dru Sturgess dsturgess259 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:13280857233674257449-f0481ceaffef71aa8f05f2a8ca182f2a 2012-07-24T12:28:35.060-04:00

How can I enable innovation from thousands of miles away? I received an interesting new assignment: guide the efforts of several dozen software engineers. This new duty is unique in many ways, not the least of which is that the entire team is located in China.

How can I enable innovation from thousands of miles away? I received an interesting new assignment: guide the efforts of several dozen software engineers. This new duty is unique in many ways, not the least of which is that the entire team is located in China. http://www.innovationexcellence.com/blog/2012/07/22/shanghai-software/ Dru Sturgess dsturgess259 1 0 0 1 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:12965598217176014811-3b0ee0d66187cf152f54e3d82ad2de41 2012-07-31T10:16:51.998-04:00

Built In Chicago (BIC) is a rapidly growing online community for digital innovators and entrepreneurs in Chicago. Founded by serial entrepreneur Matt Moog in October 2010, the site now boasts over 9,300 members including digital entrepreneurs, investors, technologists, designers, corporate digital innovators and academics.

Built In Chicago (BIC) is a rapidly growing online community for digital innovators and entrepreneurs in Chicago. Founded by serial entrepreneur Matt Moog in October 2010, the site now boasts over 9,300 members including digital entrepreneurs, investors, technologists, designers, corporate digital innovators and academics. http://www.innovationexcellence.com/blog/2012/07/30/exploring-built-in-chicago/ Dru Sturgess dsturgess259 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:14241935914422250950-04d5dd9a42f66f5635dbbc429e589418 2012-09-27T18:28:08.382-04:00

Collaboration is a big topic of the moment and its now an agenda item for many senior executives. It covers both operating well across the organisation and the ability to work effectively with critical suppliers, partners, key customers and allies.

Collaboration is a big topic of the moment and its now an agenda item for many senior executives. It covers both operating well across the organisation and the ability to work effectively with critical suppliers, partners, key customers and allies. http://www.innovationexcellence.com/blog/2012/09/25/the-importance-of-team-geek-and-innovation/ Dru Sturgess dsturgess259 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:1107449519266273616-839eaa10ecd19db1412877712c68ecc4 2012-09-18T20:53:50.511-04:00

Just because you don'€™t understand how and why your customers make the decisions they are making today, it doesn’t mean that they are fickle! Technology, in addition to the Great Recession, have both profoundly changed the consumer, and it is highly unlikely that they will return to the behaviors and patterns of yesteryear.

Just because you don'€™t understand how and why your customers make the decisions they are making today, it doesn’t mean that they are fickle! Technology, in addition to the Great Recession, have both profoundly changed the consumer, and it is highly unlikely that they will return to the behaviors and patterns of yesteryear. http://www.innovationexcellence.com/blog/2012/09/17/your-consumers-are-valuable-not-fickle/ Dru Sturgess dsturgess259 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:15110909397781552505-a5b5e11e246e5e530df7f3d532710349 2013-03-25T12:19:11.525-04:00

In order to manage the run, City Access solutions are necessary. What's going to happen if we don't start acting right now?

In order to manage the run, City Access solutions are necessary. What's going to happen if we don't start acting right now? http://kapsch-innovation.net/2013/01/09/the-future-of-mega-cities-15-city-access/ Magdalena Pyka mpyka001 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:4854325027268400153-e5693b0abc850a0693715c8ca2df68f3 2013-03-26T06:22:11.709-04:00

Fully integrated energy management will become an important role in our future scenario....

Fully integrated energy management will become an important role in our future scenario.... http://kapsch-innovation.net/2013/01/23/the-future-of-mega-cities-35-energy-management/ Magdalena Pyka mpyka001 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:3625156878702015890-8ed436f53226201fc3116299a2a465c0 2012-08-03T11:40:31.570-04:00

IBM's CEO study finds CEOs looking to fuel innovation are tapping technology to better connect & collaborate - inside &outside the organization.

IBM's CEO study finds CEOs looking to fuel innovation are tapping technology to better connect & collaborate - inside &outside the organization. http://inventionmachine.com/the-Invention-Machine-Blog/bid/89332/IBM-CEO-Study-Finds-Connectivity-Essential-to-Fueling-Innovation# Allison Lewis alewis810 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:14397252177374980139-dceb7831adeec1696db1f08415720c54 2012-09-27T19:52:19.733-04:00

The IT landscape in large enterprises has changed radically in the last 5 years. Where the challenge previously was to develop the best IT platform for a company and to find ways to store data in traditional databases such as Oracle, today the I in Information has changed to '€˜Innovation'€™ in the CIO'€™s title.

The IT landscape in large enterprises has changed radically in the last 5 years. Where the challenge previously was to develop the best IT platform for a company and to find ways to store data in traditional databases such as Oracle, today the I in Information has changed to '€˜Innovation'€™ in the CIO'€™s title. http://www.innovationexcellence.com/blog/2012/09/27/cio-must-become-chief-innovation-officer/ Dru Sturgess dsturgess259 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:15969889585157475351-c0563c13149369773e2b0830cb0f76dc 2012-09-10T21:07:06.789-04:00

In this series for Innovation Excellence, Paul Hobcraft and Jeffrey Phillips “unveil” Seven Domains that determine innovation success or failure. The 1st of 7 posts lays the foundational framework developed for the Executive Innovation Work Mat for leadership engagement.

In this series for Innovation Excellence, Paul Hobcraft and Jeffrey Phillips “unveil” Seven Domains that determine innovation success or failure. The 1st of 7 posts lays the foundational framework developed for the Executive Innovation Work Mat for leadership engagement. http://www.innovationexcellence.com/blog/2012/09/09/the-seven-essential-domains-for-innovation-leadership-the-work-mat-approach/ Dru Sturgess dsturgess259 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:16673995890460389330-b3e38eba389c5874f0db32b3a7bd2548 2012-10-09T20:23:49.884-04:00

The ROI movement sought to more closely align tactics with business goals. It has been largely successful. So successful, in fact, that most of the important problems have largely been solved. What remains involves computational resources and integration... we are now entering a post-ROI world of innovation, open brands and co-creation.

The ROI movement sought to more closely align tactics with business goals. It has been largely successful. So successful, in fact, that most of the important problems have largely been solved. What remains involves computational resources and integration... we are now entering a post-ROI world of innovation, open brands and co-creation. http://www.innovationexcellence.com/blog/2012/10/09/the-post-roi-marketing-world/ Dru Sturgess dsturgess259 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:6367106207607474163-cb8bbbcd943eadbde9cfc798c13581b2 2012-09-09T20:45:53.179-04:00

Universities should help cover health insurance costs for startups based on university research that sign a contract for use of a university-owned patent. Now is the perfect time to do this. The U.S. Congress has passed the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) and health care reforms are underway.

Universities should help cover health insurance costs for startups based on university research that sign a contract for use of a university-owned patent. Now is the perfect time to do this. The U.S. Congress has passed the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) and health care reforms are underway. http://www.innovationexcellence.com/blog/2012/09/06/university-startups-why-health-insurance-is-the-ultimate-regional-economic-development/ Dru Sturgess dsturgess259 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:1427960593300042480-0c79543614c3987733591f7e679ec95d 2012-08-14T11:10:39.875-04:00

At many companies, there’s a lot of room for lip service, but little for real failure. We hear the catch phrases over and over: failure is necessary for success, we must fail faster to succeed sooner, and so on. But as soon as the possibility of actual failure arises, suddenly all those comforting clichés fly out the window.

At many companies, there’s a lot of room for lip service, but little for real failure. We hear the catch phrases over and over: failure is necessary for success, we must fail faster to succeed sooner, and so on. But as soon as the possibility of actual failure arises, suddenly all those comforting clichés fly out the window. http://www.innovationexcellence.com/blog/2012/08/07/fear-of-failure-is-the-big-problem-not-failure-itself/ Dru Sturgess dsturgess259 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:4729002302964639423-c4751279f6bc9287c766a91993138e1e 2012-08-21T17:05:31.289-04:00

My role as Director of EMC's global Innovation Network was recently augmented to include matrix responsibility for a research team in China. It is worthwhile to write down my impressions as I go through this new experience.

My role as Director of EMC's global Innovation Network was recently augmented to include matrix responsibility for a research team in China. It is worthwhile to write down my impressions as I go through this new experience. http://www.innovationexcellence.com/blog/2012/08/17/managing-global-innovation-and-research-in-china/ Dru Sturgess dsturgess259 0 0 0 0