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Can municipalities reduce waste costs with transparent garbage bags?
A significant part of municipalities’ budgets goes towards local waste disposal. Some municipalities have found a way to alleviate this...

Kris Jones
Aug 9, 20243 min read
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Skunkworks and The Innovator's Dilemma: an Overview
Skunkworks: A Game-Changing Innovation Strategy 🚀 🎪 The Backstory of Skunkworks: Skunkworks originated during World War II when...

Joe Gifford
Jul 24, 20247 min read
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Think Different 🧠 Innovate by Looking Beyond
Are you stuck in an innovation rut? Consider these ideas to break out of it and through your artificial innovation ceiling 🤯 : 🐝...

Joe Gifford
Jun 21, 20244 min read
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Does product innovation put a dent in your wallet?
Is it time to bust the myth 🧐 that product innovation puts a dent in your wallet 💸? I think so 🙌. There's a misguided notion...

Joe Gifford
Jun 13, 20241 min read
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2024 Summer Industry Insights Virtual Roundtable
Leveraging coop students isn't just for large, established businesses🏢. Find out how small🔍 and early-stage companies (and companies...

Joe Gifford
Jun 11, 20241 min read
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Unlock the Future: Invest in Innovation by Cutting Costs Now
Audit and Analyze: Start with a comprehensive review of your current expenses 🧾. Identify areas where costs can be trimmed without...

Joe Gifford
Jun 8, 20241 min read
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Runaway Software
Software is the most out-of-control cost among high tech vendors. How did we get here, and how do we fix it?

Kris Jones
Jun 7, 20246 min read
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Intellectual Property Rights: The Invisible Battleground of US-China Innovation
In the high-stakes game of global innovation, intellectual property (IP) rights are not just legal formalities—they are the lifeblood of...

Joe Gifford
Jun 5, 20242 min read
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Manufacturing's Secret Weapon: Uncommon Tactics to Combat Hiring Woes 💼
The talent gap in manufacturing is more like a chasm. Traditional methods? They're not cutting it. But what if the solutions were hiding?

Joe Gifford
Jun 5, 20241 min read
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Is your business positioned to innovate successfully?
🌟 According to BCG's 18th Annual Innovation Study, while companies are placing a high priority on innovation, their ability to bring...

Joe Gifford
Jun 3, 20241 min read
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Three uncommon tactics that will reboot your Innovation systems
1️⃣ Embrace Friction 💥 Yes, you read that right. While most run from it, the future belongs to those who see friction as a goldmine....

Joe Gifford
Jun 2, 20241 min read
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Stand Out 🌟 or Stand Still: The Aftermarket Services Game Changer in Manufacturing
In a sea of sameness, differentiation isn't just beneficial—it's essential.

Joe Gifford
Jun 1, 20241 min read
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Breaking Boundaries with Collaborative Engineering!
At Catalytic Consulting, we believe in the power of collaboration and diversity in expertise to drive innovation and deliver exceptional...

Anthony Drinkwater
May 21, 20242 min read
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Networking Breakfast Event
Calling all local business people 👨💼👩💼! Our BNI group is having a visitor day Thursday May 16th ... and you are invited. We start...

Joe Gifford
May 14, 20241 min read
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Innovation isn't a one-size-fits-all
Across the U.S., the pace and impact of innovation weave a complex, uneven tapestry. While Silicon Valley and Boston blaze trails 🔥,...

Joe Gifford
May 12, 20241 min read
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Student Pitch Competition at WPI
Unlocking the entrepreneurial spirit in students is key 🔑 to fostering innovation and business growth. By teaching entrepreneurship and...

Joe Gifford
May 10, 20241 min read
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New Employee: Abishek Arumugam Navukkarasan, Electromechanical Engineer
We are excited to announce that Abishek Arumugam Navukkarasan ("Abi") has joined us as an Electromechanical Engineer. Abi has a...

Joe Gifford
May 8, 20241 min read
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New Employee: Kris Jones, VP Business Development and Customer Success
We are excited to announce that Kris Jones has joined us as VP of Business Development & Customer Success. Kris brings 20+ years of...

Joe Gifford
Jan 21, 20241 min read
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New Employee: Daniel Sedacca, Account Executive and Client Relations
We are excited to announce that Daniel Sedacca has joined us as Account Executive, Client Relations. Daniel is a recent graduate of...

Joe Gifford
Jan 14, 20241 min read
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