The topic of idea management is becoming increasingly important in companies. Today, it is no longer just a matter of collecting individual suggestions, but of supporting creative impulses holistically and company-wide. KIROI Step 7 in particular offers valuable impulses that provide sustainable support for the entire process from idea generation to implementation. This approach shows how idea management can be anchored in the corporate culture as a lively, dynamic process.
Idea management as a strategic success factor in KIROI step 7
Many companies face the challenge of having good ideas, but often failing to implement them adequately. KIROI Step 7 fundamentally changes this perspective. It sees idea management as a continuous support process that makes all phases transparent - from the systematic collection of ideas to structured evaluation and consistent realisation.
An important aspect is the company-wide scaling of ideas. This not only involves individual departments, but also actively involves all employees. Such an integrative approach not only promotes creative potential, but also breaks down barriers between departments. This creates space for innovative solutions that advance the entire company.
Specific practical examples show the added value of this approach: In a manufacturing company, the use of KIROI Step 7 established a systematic transfer of knowledge between specialised departments. The result was a significant acceleration of innovation projects and a stronger culture of innovation, which is noticeably reflected in the working atmosphere[5].
Practical examples of effective idea management
Companies from various sectors report on the wide range of impetus provided by KIROI Step 7:
- At a mechanical engineering company, the number of ideas submitted increased by over 150 per cent following the introduction of a systematic support process. At the same time, collaboration improved significantly, which led to a doubling of successfully implemented projects.
- A service provider used digital platforms to collect and evaluate ideas transparently. Clear responsibilities and regular feedback rounds accelerated the idea cycle and increased employee motivation.
- In industrial production, a moderated series of workshops helped to recognise and remove obstacles to implementation at an early stage. Participants saw this as a key factor for the sustainable success of innovation projects.
KIROI step 7: Rethink ideas management and anchor it throughout the organisation
The core of KIROI Step 7 is the holistic view of idea management. This step invites companies not to view ideas in isolation as individual projects. Instead, they are understood as continuous impulses that permeate all business areas and link them together.
Transparent communication at all stages of the idea process is essential. Employees want to know what is happening with their suggestions and what progress is being made. The introduction of digital tools supports the centralised bundling and tracking of ideas. This means that no suggestion escapes the process and there is a shared sense of responsibility for the result.
Targeted coaching also plays an important role. As part of KIROI Step 7, obstacles are recognised early on and addressed with the help of moderation and workshops. This results in binding milestones and committed project teams that ensure sustainable implementation.
Tips for the successful implementation of company-wide idea management
In order to organise idea management productively, it is advisable to consider the following impulses:
- Promote an open dialogue in which all employees are encouraged to contribute ideas without fear of being judged.
- Formation of cross-divisional teams combines different perspectives and competences for a rich development of ideas.
- Use clear evaluation methods with defined criteria such as feasibility, effort and benefit to identify the best ideas.
- Use digital platforms that record and evaluate ideas and communicate the status transparently.
- Establish regular feedback processes to keep idea providers informed about progress and motivate them.
These approaches promote a lively culture of innovation and ensure that ideas management is not just seen as a one-off task, but as an ongoing process that helps the company to make sustainable progress.
BEST PRACTICE with one customer (name hidden due to NDA contract) In the area of industrial production, the company used structured workshops to systematically identify obstacles to implementation with KIROI Step 7. This led to improved cross-departmental dialogue and noticeably accelerated innovation projects. As a result, the entire innovation culture was significantly strengthened and employees reported greater motivation in the development of new solutions.
My analysis
Modern idea management via KIROI Step 7 represents a shift towards an integrative, company-wide innovation process. It pursues the goal of systematically recording, evaluating and continuously supporting ideas - not as isolated actions, but as a permanent innovation strategy. The accompanying role of coaching and moderated formats helps companies to remove obstacles at an early stage and promote an open culture.
Numerous practical examples show that this approach not only increases the number of ideas submitted, but above all improves the quality and success of their implementation. Idea management is thus becoming an essential building block for sustainable growth and competitiveness. It helps companies to utilise the creative potential of all employees and establish an innovative culture in the long term.
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