by Tristan Allen | Jul 30, 2018 | Consumer insight, Design Thinking, Future forecasting, future thinking, General, Innovation consultancy
The controls that we recognise are under threat. Where we buy from has changed in recent years, but the basic premise of shopping is still recognisable. If you want a new computer, bedside lamp, car… you research the subject and make a decision to buy. However you...
by Tristan Allen | Jul 21, 2018 | Innovation consultancy, Innovation strategy
Does this sound familiar? “Mum, where are you going?” “There and back, to see how far it is.” “Dad, where are you going?” “To see a man about a dog.” “We’re getting a dog?” The management has a purpose...
by Tristan Allen | Jul 18, 2018 | Design Thinking, General, Innovation training, Innovation workshops
When we talk about innovation, it’s important we figure out what the word means to the different people in the room. It depends on outlook, experience and points of reference, as well as professional and personal bias. The same applies to innovation training and to...
by Tristan Allen | Jul 14, 2018 | Design Thinking, Innovation consulting, Innovation strategy
Is company culture the problem that innovators struggle with, or is it trying to make innovation as interesting as profit? Or maybe it’s you. If you’re getting in your own way because you are busy, stop. Your culture won’t change until you do. In the business news...
by Tristan Allen | Jul 12, 2018 | scenario planning
“If you can keep your head when all about you are losing theirs, it’s just possible you haven’t grasped the situation.” The Jean Kerr quote dates back a few years, but rings true today and draws a glancing reference to the iceberg of ignorance. We regularly talk to...
