Innovation

Finding the Old Mojo – Macs Are Back – Apple

To succeed, invest in new markets instead of just your core; Apple’s expansion into music and mobile drove Mac sales growth, proving new ventures can boost core business.

Adam Hartung · 29 April 2025

Finding the Money – Be Smarter, Like Ibm

While Apple and Google surged in revenue, many companies falter by clinging to outdated markets instead of investing in future growth.

Adam Hartung · 29 April 2025

Finding White Space

It’s too bad that McDonald’s is so Locked-in to its Success Formula that it had to resort to letting Chipotle’s go outside.

Adam Hartung · 29 April 2025

Find opportunities out of the box

Adam Hartung · 29 April 2025

Far Too Little, Far Too Late – Rim Playbook

RIM's Playbook fails to compete with Apple's iPad due to its limited app base and outdated focus, leaving it behind as market trends shift.

Adam Hartung · 29 April 2025

False Paradox – Using the Old to Justify Not Doing the New – Microsoft, Ipad

Microsoft's issue isn't a paradox but a failure to balance growth and sustaining innovation. Unlike others embracing new tech, Microsoft stuck to outdated markets.

Adam Hartung · 29 April 2025

Facebook’s New Email Client is a Big Deal for Business

Blocking social networks hinders productivity and cost savings; embracing them offers a competitive edge.

Adam Hartung · 29 April 2025

Facebook – the One Stock to Own in 2014

Invest in big trends like social media, and Facebook is a strong long-term growth choice.

Adam Hartung · 29 April 2025

Facebook launches “portal” – why you want to pay attention

Adam Hartung · 29 April 2025

Europe's Innovation Union

Cris Beswick · 29 April 2025

Electric Cars Are Not a Fad, and They Matter

Adam Hartung · 29 April 2025

Effective Scenarios

In uncertain times, companies must use scenario planning to adapt, not rely on past strategies.

Adam Hartung · 29 April 2025

Economical – or Locked-in?

Motorcycles offer cost savings and efficiency, but Americans often stick to cars due to habits.

Adam Hartung · 29 April 2025

Early Trend Spotting Very Valuable – Apple and Dell

Adam Hartung · 29 April 2025

Drop 2011 Dogs for 2012’s Stars – Avoid Kodak, Sears, Nokia, Rimm, Hp, Sony – Buy Apple, Amazon, Google, Netflix

In 2011, companies like Kodak and Sears struggled due to outdated strategies, while innovators like Apple, Amazon, Google, and Netflix thrived by aligning with market trends.

Adam Hartung · 29 April 2025

Driving With the Rear View Mirror

Ford’s move to revive the Taurus name instead of innovating shows it’s fixated on past success.

Adam Hartung · 29 April 2025

Driving Innovation – Led Growth

Cris Beswick · 29 April 2025

Driving Innovation and Engineering Excellence

Cris Beswick · 29 April 2025

Dream No Small Innovation Dreams

Cris Beswick · 29 April 2025

Dow and Dupont – Nobody Wins When Transactions Replace Leadership

This article discusses DuPont's shift under financial pressures, jeopardizing its innovation and competitiveness.

Adam Hartung · 29 April 2025

Doubling Innovation Success With White Space – Nielsen, Consumer Products, Apple, Google

"Senior executives stifle innovation by defending existing formulas. Off-site White Space teams, with minimal senior involvement, are more successful in generating revenue from new ideas."

Adam Hartung · 29 April 2025

Don’t scoff, build innovation understanding

Cris Beswick · 29 April 2025

Don’t Leave Obamacare to the Attorneys!

American healthcare costs are crippling the economy, and instead of relying on courts, the U.S. must learn from global competitors and embrace disruptive innovation to create a more efficient system.

Adam Hartung · 29 April 2025

Don’t Fear Cannibalization – Embrace Future Solutions – Netflix, Apple Ipad, Newspapers

Fearing cannibalization can lead to obsolescence; embracing new solutions, like Netflix did with streaming, drives growth.

Adam Hartung · 29 April 2025