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Don't fall for flashy innovation
Innovation isn't always about flashy gadgets or the next big thing that makes headlines. ✨ It's about creating value that truly matters....

Joe Gifford
Dec 21, 20242 min read


🎯 How to Spark Sustainable Innovation in Your Company
Innovation isn't just about groundbreaking ideas; it's about creating a culture where creativity thrives alongside operational...

Joe Gifford
Dec 20, 20241 min read


Are you prioritizing the right ideas for innovation? 💡
In a world where every business is striving to innovate, not every idea deserves your time and resources. The key to successful...

Joe Gifford
Dec 17, 20241 min read


Innovation Metrics
𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐞𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐬: 𝐀𝐫𝐞 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐌𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬? 🚀 Every business leader strives...

Joe Gifford
Dec 11, 20241 min read


ROI: Return on Innovation
Forget Return on Investment. Focus on Return on Innovation. 💡 In today’s fast-paced world, sticking to the old project ROI model might...

Joe Gifford
Dec 5, 20241 min read


Risk: the secret ingredient?
Risk is a four-letter word that can spell disaster if mismanaged. Yet, it's also the secret ingredient in the recipe for innovation. 🚀 ...

Joe Gifford
Nov 29, 20241 min read


Might innovation be about doing less?
Have you ever thought that innovation might be about doing less, not more? 🤔 Jon McNeill’s perspective on 'innovation through...

Joe Gifford
Nov 22, 20241 min read


The real cost of stagnation
Every business wants to innovate, but how many know the real cost of stagnation? 🚀 In the rapidly evolving world of today, sticking to...

Joe Gifford
Nov 21, 20241 min read


What is an Innovation Flywheel? 🤔
I recall first learning about the flywheel concept in business when I read Collins' "Good to Great" twenty years ago. Collins uses the...

Joe Gifford
Nov 16, 20242 min read
American innovation is at a crossroads🚦
The recent halt of a key tax incentive has sent ripples through the industry. But what does this mean for you and your company's future?...

Joe Gifford
Nov 13, 20242 min read


Why do some innovations transform industries while others fade into oblivion?
I recently stumbled upon an intriguing article from HBR about the secrets behind scaling up transformational innovations. And it got me...

Joe Gifford
Nov 9, 20241 min read


Balancing managing processes with nuturing innovation... how?
🚀 A solid, repeatable innovation process is key to sustainable innovation, but a process that's too rigid will shut down creativity and...

Joe Gifford
Oct 25, 20241 min read


Why is your company not innovating as fast as it should?
In my experience, innovation is not about throwing money at a problem. It's about fostering the right environment and mindset. 💡 Here...

Joe Gifford
Oct 21, 20241 min read


Are too many people using your account?
Your busy workplace can be stifling creative thinking. In today's fast-paced environment, carving out space for innovative thinking can...

Joe Gifford
Oct 18, 20241 min read


Is innovation slowing down, or are we just not looking closely enough?
This article claims it is slowing according to some key metrics: “Amid higher interest rates, VC funding dropped by about 40% in 2023...

Joe Gifford
Oct 16, 20241 min read


MA MFG MashUp!
Attended the MA MFG MashUp at the beautiful Gillette Stadium last week and left with a renewed sense of excitement for the future of...

Joe Gifford
Sep 25, 20241 min read


Why Innovation is a People Problem (and how to fix it)
Innovation isn't just about having the latest tech or the biggest budget. It's about people. A recent HSBC UK survey found 81% of...

Joe Gifford
Sep 20, 20241 min read


What are the Pillars of Innovation?
Every organization says they want to innovate. 🚀 But most are missing the essentials. After many years in the trenches, I’ve seen what...

Joe Gifford
Sep 20, 20241 min read


ISM Report on Business Reveals Contraction in Manufacturing Sector
🚨 It looks like manufacturing is in for a bumpy ride. The latest ISM Report on Business reveals a contraction in the manufacturing...

Joe Gifford
Sep 18, 20242 min read


MA Manufacturing Mash-up!
📜 It's official - we will be sponsoring and tabling at the MA Manufacturing Mash-up at Gillette Stadium September 25th!! 🏈 This is an...

Joe Gifford
Sep 17, 20241 min read
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