Modern companies face the challenge of sustainably strengthening their innovative power. Many report that although ideas are available, they are often not implemented systematically. This is precisely where idea management comes in. It is no longer about simply collecting suggestions, but about a dynamic process that involves employees and provides impetus for real change. KIROI step 7 in particular helps to anchor idea management throughout the organisation and provide continuous support.
Idea management as a living process
Traditional approaches to idea management are often no longer sufficient today. They are often too rigid and leave little room for real dialogue. Modern companies therefore rely on flexible processes, digital tools and a culture of open communication. This creates a lively innovation cycle that is supported by all employees.
In practice, this means that ideas are not only collected, but also continuously monitored. Moderated workshops, feedback rounds and digital platforms create transparency and promote dialogue. Employees receive feedback and see how their suggestions are implemented. This motivates and strengthens the culture of innovation.
Practical examples show this: In the automotive industry, production optimisations are implemented through workshops with support. In the financial sector, agile approaches enable the rapid realisation of customer-oriented improvement ideas. In the retail sector, a digital platform creates transparency on which ideas from different shops are evaluated and turned into innovative projects.
Idea management and transformation coaching
Transruption coaching helps teams to recognise blockages and develop new perspectives. It supports them in taking concrete steps towards implementation and sustainably strengthening the culture of innovation. Clients often report that they are able to overcome obstacles and implement their ideas more quickly thanks to targeted coaching.
One mechanical engineering company, for example, introduced regular innovation workshops to shorten development loops. This resulted in practical solutions that were directly implemented in production. In software development, the active involvement of teams strengthened collaboration and accelerated the implementation of new features. One retail company relied on a digital platform to document suggestions transparently and promote dialogue between shops.
In all cases, the continuous support provided by experienced coaches was decisive for sustainable success. Employees felt more involved and contributed more ideas. The result was a culture in which innovations are realised more quickly.
Practical tips for implementation
In order to successfully implement idea management, companies should pay attention to the following points:
- Establishment of regular exchange formats, such as moderated workshops or feedback rounds, which bring different departments together.
- Implementation of digital tools for transparent documentation and tracking of ideas and their implementation status.
- Definition of clear responsibilities and milestones in order to consistently manage implementation processes.
- Training and coaching of employees so that blockages can be recognised and overcome.
- Promoting a culture of open communication in which mistakes are seen as learning opportunities.
These measures create the basis for lively ideas management that is supported by all employees.
Examples from various industries
In the retail sector, one company used a digital ideas platform to create transparency and achieve quick evaluations. This facilitated the exchange of ideas between different locations and increased the speed at which customer suggestions were implemented.
In the area of software development, retrospectives and regular feedback sessions were introduced to bring the team closer together. This enabled innovations to be implemented in a targeted manner and continuously improved.
An industrial company established moderated innovation workshops that brought together various specialised departments. The resulting interdisciplinary exchange contributed significantly to the identification and integration of new ideas.
BEST PRACTICE with one customer (name hidden due to NDA contract) In a medium-sized production company, KIROI Step 7 was used to accelerate the implementation of innovations. Through workshops and targeted coaching, cross-departmental obstacles were removed. The result was a culture in which employees are actively involved and product developments are realised more quickly. Employee motivation increased significantly as a result.
My analysis
Today, idea management is a decisive success factor for companies that want to sustainably increase their innovative strength. It is no longer about collecting suggestions, but about a dynamic, sustainable process that involves all employees. Modern approaches such as KIROI Step 7 support the continuous promotion of ideas and their implementation in specific projects. The active involvement of teams creates a culture of innovation that not only provides impetus, but is also strong in terms of implementation.
Further links from the text above:
Rethinking idea management: KIROI step 7 for innovation
Implement KIROI step 7 company-wide
Unleashing idea management: KIROI step 7
With idea management KIROI step 7 company-wide
Rethinking idea management: KIROI step 7
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