Mary Kate Love believes that the common thread of the innovation process, from ideation to customer discovery to implementation, is forcing people “ to be a little bit uncomfortable.” Love spent most of her career at UI Labs, an innovation center based in Chicago that works with companies, universities and government entities. Because of its […]
Software developers pride themselves on their ability to solve problems. To navigate the complexities of technology and provide a solution that works. The process, the rigor, the long hours of coding will no doubt result in a product. But, is it the best product? Is the technology solving the right problem? And did we choose […]
In today’s world, it’s generally not until students have completed their primary and secondary education that they are truly able to experience the professional world. Internships are a key component of preparing students for the challenges ahead, but what if we could get to students sooner? What if we did not wait until children became […]
Silicon Valley gets a lot of shine. We get it, the Valley has star power and volume. But, corporations are spread out across the country, and may not need to build up frequent flier mileage to find innovative startups. At our corporate innovation strategy group Your Ideas Are Terrible, we’ve seen example after example to make […]
The auto industry is undergoing a shift. Alternative forms of mobility, electric vehicles, the imminence of self-driving and other factors have car companies seeking ways to pivot to continue serving their consumers. But what will happen to businesses that were built to serve the current automobile market? “How is the future of your business going […]