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Upcoming events
Achieving Lean Product Development: Techniques, Economics & Implementation
Workshop: Mar 3 - 4 / San Diego, CA
MRT News & Updates
Open Innovation can provide powerful economic leverage when the imperative is to do more with less...
In a viewpoint article on Business Week's website, John Seely Brown and John Hagel argue that Open Innovation will yield a greater payback than simply trying to cut programs and staffing. To get up to speed on Open Innovation, consider registering for CoDev 2009, the premier conference on co-development and open innovation. For more information about CoDev 2009, click here.
Lean Product Development, Spreading Like Wildfire
Pfizer has chosen to chart a path to lean implementation that is neither top-down nor bottom-up. Instead, it looks for ways to start small “fires” in the organization, observe the results, and then use internal networks to fan the flames. These internal networks also secure senior leadership buy-in in order to develop an integrated strategy. To learn more click here. [requires site membership]
Is It a Buyer's Market for Intellectual Property?
We all know the real estate boom is over, but what's the market for Intellectual Property and patents these days? Is now an opportune time to buy?
If Ocean Tomo's auction is an indicator -- and we believe it is -- then the answer is a qualified yes. Supply is greater, prices are down. The qualified part has to do with risk, but then risk is a constant. Read our Quick Insight analysis for more information [requires site membership]
Top Ten Observations on Technology Sourcing and Open Innovation
Last month's conference on Technology Sourcing brought together a full house of CTOs, directors and managers of technology development, business development, strategy and innovation from a mix of industries and geographies. Despite the current economic climate, the push for open innovation and growth shows no sign of letting up. In fact, if anything, it is becoming more important than ever. To read more click here [requires site membership]
There's No Substitute for a Clear Product Vision
If you have a fuzzy vision for your product, it is pretty likely your development process is going to be pretty fuzzy too. While it is great to keep your options open, sometimes you need to make some difficult choices. Preston Smith outlines an approach that allows you to stay flexible, and still launch products in a timely and cost-effective manner.
A Maturity Model for R&D Collaboration
Where does your company stand with respect to global R&D collaboration? Maturity model describes four stages of offshore engagement, from least to highest potential value. [Requires site membership]
Examining the Strategic Impact of Investing in External Innovation
Survey by Goldense Group Inc. examines investment in external innovation assets versus innovation training - and the likely strategic impact. [Requires site membership]