Leveraging Constraints For Innovation

Author : Sebastian Gurtner
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1119390273
Total Pages : 208 pages
Book Rating : 4.75/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Leveraging Constraints for Innovation written by Sebastian Gurtner and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2018-08-29 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides managers with actionable insight into a select set of innovation constraints and how to best deal with them This PDMA Essentials Book, the third in this series, provides a framework of individual, organizational, and market and societal constraints that guides managers in identifying specific constraints related to their innovation activities and provides them with corresponding tools and practices to overcome and leverage those constraints. Written by a team of international innovation experts, Leveraging Constraints for Innovation: New Product Development Essentials from the PDMA is presented in three parts. The first part, Individual Constraints, provides insights into how to: simultaneously solve social and commercial needs for greater creativity; apply a multi-stage approach to overcome knowledge sharing in teams; and anticipate and account for psychographic differences among customers during product launch. In the second part, Organizational Constraints, insights emerge that provide guidance on how to: identify and solve for sources of innovation constraints within the company; implement and manage virtual NPD teams; and effectively organize new service development in professional services. The last part, Market Constraints, examines how to: adapt firm capabilities to overcome constraints preventing consumers in low-end and under-resourced markets from purchasing new products; implement inclusive innovation strategies to address markets constrained by underdeveloped infrastructures; develop solutions for women and other disadvantaged market traders in emerging markets. This book: Is a single comprehensive volume that covers the full spectrum of constraint-related strategies and techniques in a coherent, integrated fashion Provides a set of frameworks, techniques, and tools that can be immediately implemented by individuals across firms Offers how-to knowledge on specific tools and methods as applied to innovating products and services when facing constraints as well as for the development of new business models Integrates problem- and solution-based knowledge to enable companies to develop sustainable growth strategies by leveraging constraints and restrictions toward innovation strategies, processes and offerings Leveraging Constraints for Innovation: New Product Development Essentials from the PDMA is an ideal book for all product development professionals, including marketers, engineers, project managers, and business managers in both startups and well-established firms, and from a broad range of industries from heavy manufacturing to the service sector.

Author : Sebastian Gurtner
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1119389305
Total Pages : 208 pages
Book Rating : 4.09/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Leveraging Constraints for Innovation written by Sebastian Gurtner and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2018-10-02 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides managers with actionable insight into a select set of innovation constraints and how to best deal with them This PDMA Essentials Book, the third in this series, provides a framework of individual, organizational, and market and societal constraints that guides managers in identifying specific constraints related to their innovation activities and provides them with corresponding tools and practices to overcome and leverage those constraints. Written by a team of international innovation experts, Leveraging Constraints for Innovation: New Product Development Essentials from the PDMA is presented in three parts. The first part, Individual Constraints, provides insights into how to: simultaneously solve social and commercial needs for greater creativity; apply a multi-stage approach to overcome knowledge sharing in teams; and anticipate and account for psychographic differences among customers during product launch. In the second part, Organizational Constraints, insights emerge that provide guidance on how to: identify and solve for sources of innovation constraints within the company; implement and manage virtual NPD teams; and effectively organize new service development in professional services. The last part, Market Constraints, examines how to: adapt firm capabilities to overcome constraints preventing consumers in low-end and under-resourced markets from purchasing new products; implement inclusive innovation strategies to address markets constrained by underdeveloped infrastructures; develop solutions for women and other disadvantaged market traders in emerging markets. This book: Is a single comprehensive volume that covers the full spectrum of constraint-related strategies and techniques in a coherent, integrated fashion Provides a set of frameworks, techniques, and tools that can be immediately implemented by individuals across firms Offers how-to knowledge on specific tools and methods as applied to innovating products and services when facing constraints as well as for the development of new business models Integrates problem- and solution-based knowledge to enable companies to develop sustainable growth strategies by leveraging constraints and restrictions toward innovation strategies, processes and offerings Leveraging Constraints for Innovation: New Product Development Essentials from the PDMA is an ideal book for all product development professionals, including marketers, engineers, project managers, and business managers in both startups and well-established firms, and from a broad range of industries from heavy manufacturing to the service sector.

Author : Nivedita Agarwal
Publisher : Springer Nature
ISBN 13 : 3030671194
Total Pages : 305 pages
Book Rating : 4.98/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Frugal Innovation and Its Implementation written by Nivedita Agarwal and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2021-05-11 with total page 305 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book discusses several product development strategies and tools employed by organizations around the world to implement frugal innovations. Over the past decade, frugal innovations have caught the attention of countless management scholars. This book comes at the right time for academics and practitioners alike, as it explores how the concept of frugal innovation has evolved over the past several years and is shifting its focus from merely featuring ‘cost’ driven innovations to being more ‘resourceful’ and ‘sustainable’ at its core. Furthermore, in light of the ongoing digital revolution and emergence of new business models such as sharing economy and circular economy, the book highlights recent and upcoming trends and their impacts on frugal innovation strategies.

Author : Patricia D. Stokes
Publisher : Springer Nature
ISBN 13 : 3030257711
Total Pages : 85 pages
Book Rating : 4.12/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Using Paired Constraints to Solve The Innovation Problem written by Patricia D. Stokes and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2019-10-18 with total page 85 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book defines innovation as both a problem and a problem-solving process. It allows readers to approach innovation as a straight-forward problem solving process, and teaches them the paired constraint process to solve specific innovation problems. The authors have used their experience working in creative industries, combined with their academic perspective to create a formal, teachable tool for solving innovation problems. This consists of a formal structure (the problem space), a functional strategy(the paired constraints) and process. (solution by substitution). This book provides a practice section, allowing anyone interested in solving the problem of innovation to learn and develop their skills.

Author : Allan Anderson
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1119829941
Total Pages : 436 pages
Book Rating : 4.42/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Product Development and Management Body of Knowledge written by Allan Anderson and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2024-04-30 with total page 436 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fully-updated Third Edition of the leading study resource for PDMA's New Product Development Professional certification exam The newly revised and updated Third Edition of PDMA Body of Knowledge (BoK) provides a singular reference for anyone currently involved in, or planning a career in product management and product innovation. It describes a proven framework for product innovation which is applicable to a wide cross-section of product and service industries at various levels of an organization. It is also the basis for candidates studying for PDMA's New Product Development Professional (NPDP) certification examination. The guide is divided into seven chapters, consistent with the seven product innovation topics used as a basis for the NPDP examination: management, strategy, portfolio, process, design and development, market research, and culture & teams. PDMA Body of Knowledge includes detailed coverage of topics including: The key factors that lead to successful product innovation management. The importance of strategy to product innovation success, hierarchy of strategies, and establishing the organization's direction via vision, mission, values, and more. The role of portfolio management in selection of the right product innovation projects for an organization. Description of various product innovation processes and the pros and cons of each. The application of tools and techniques at various stages of the design and development process. The application of market research throughout product innovation. The importance of the right culture and team development. The material provided can be applied to the full range of product development projects included in most company portfolios, such as new products or services, line extensions, cost reductions, and product or service improvements. This newly revised and updated Third Edition includes new case studies, examples, and chapter exercises, along with sample NPDP examination questions. PDMA Body of Knowledge is an essential study resource for those studying for PDMA's NPDP exam. The text is also highly valuable to product management professionals, consultants, instructors, and students seeking to increase their knowledge base

Author : André Leliveld
Publisher : Edward Elgar Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1788118871
Total Pages : 445 pages
Book Rating : 4.73/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Handbook on Frugal Innovation written by André Leliveld and published by Edward Elgar Publishing. This book was released on 2023-09-06 with total page 445 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This pioneering Handbook details the origins of the concept of frugal innovation, its emergence as an academic field of interest, and the main driving forces behind it. The book presents new empirical evidence and critical perspectives on what frugal innovation entails, from disciplines such as science and engineering, humanities, and social sciences. This title contains one or more Open Access chapters.

Author : Fred Gault
Publisher : Edward Elgar Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1800883021
Total Pages : 461 pages
Book Rating : 4.24/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Handbook of Innovation Indicators and Measurement written by Fred Gault and published by Edward Elgar Publishing. This book was released on 2023-09-06 with total page 461 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Providing nuanced insight into key areas of innovation studies, this erudite second edition acknowledges the significance of innovation within the informal economy. It contributes to the broader scholarly discourse on innovation indicators and measurement, exploring the nature and rate of recent developments within the field.

Author : Lavinia Sterling
Publisher : Bookademy
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 46 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Download or read book Creative Entrepreneurs written by Lavinia Sterling and published by Bookademy. This book was released on with total page 46 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dive into the dynamic world of entrepreneurship with “Creative Entrepreneurs - Creative Journeys from Idea to Business”. This insightful book explores the inspiring stories and strategies of creative entrepreneurs who have transformed their innovative ideas into successful businesses. From identifying creative passions to navigating challenges, each chapter offers valuable insights and practical advice for aspiring entrepreneurs. Discover how to harness technology, cultivate resilience, and integrate social responsibility into your entrepreneurial journey. Whether you're a budding creative or seasoned entrepreneur, this book provides the guidance and motivation you need to turn your creative vision into a thriving business venture.

Author : M. K. Brohman
Publisher : Edward Elgar Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1800888805
Total Pages : 313 pages
Book Rating : 4.07/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Digitalization and Sustainability written by M. K. Brohman and published by Edward Elgar Publishing. This book was released on 2023-08-14 with total page 313 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Addressing the key research question of how organizations transform to generate new forms of public and shareholder value by leveraging digital technology, expert contributors provide a deep dive into a diverse variety of business models from around the globe. The book also provides a timely focus on multisector ecosystems where organizations have limited, if any, ability to operate using monopolistic and/or command-and-control mechanisms.

Author : Régnier, Philippe
Publisher : Edward Elgar Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1800887825
Total Pages : 297 pages
Book Rating : 4.24/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Handbook of Innovation & Appropriate Technologies for International Development written by Régnier, Philippe and published by Edward Elgar Publishing. This book was released on 2022-10-20 with total page 297 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This timely Handbook provides a conceptual discussion and an empirical review of new disruptive forms of innovation producing appropriate technologies, which address both the needs of low-income populations worldwide, and provides alternative solutions for sustainable development.