Rethinking idea management: KIROI step 7 for decision-makers

Rethinking ideas management means shifting the focus from simply collecting suggestions to a dynamic, sustainable process. This is precisely where KIROI Step 7 comes in - it helps companies to continuously promote ideas and implement them in specific projects. This provides decision-makers with effective tools to strengthen innovation throughout the organisation. This creates a lively innovation cycle that not only provides impetus, but also recognises and resolves obstacles at an early stage.

The new dimension in idea management with KIROI Step 7

Many companies are familiar with the problem: ideas are collected but often disappear into drawers or are not consistently pursued. Traditional suggestion schemes are often no longer sufficient to keep pace with the rapid changes in the market. KIROI Step 7 therefore brings a breath of fresh air to idea management. It understands the process as a continuous dialogue that brings different departments together and supports team dynamics in a targeted manner.

One mechanical engineering company, for example, integrated moderated workshops as part of step 7 in order to break down internal communication barriers. This led to a noticeable reduction in development times and a better exchange of knowledge between design and production. Companies in the retail sector also use digital platforms that make the feedback and further development of ideas transparent. This increases employee motivation because suggestions are visibly recognised and implemented. In the IT sector, development teams benefit from faster innovation cycles and improved collaboration through close dialogue with UX designers, which is increasingly promoted in step 7.

Why continuous support is crucial in idea management

Idea management in the sense of KIROI Step 7 is not a one-off event, but an ongoing process. It supports teams in recognising the potential of ideas at an early stage and removing obstacles in a targeted manner. This requires regular dialogue, coaching and an open feedback culture. Many decision-makers report that this continuous support increases the speed of innovation and boosts employee satisfaction.

In one manufacturing company, it was shown how step 7 led to an accelerated introduction of successful innovation projects through the identification of implementation hurdles and their systematic removal, while at the same time strengthening cross-departmental dialogue.

BEST PRACTICE with one customer (name hidden due to NDA contract) The customer used step 7 specifically to promote communication between production, logistics and quality assurance. Regular workshops were used to jointly evaluate ideas and resolve challenges at an early stage. This led to a noticeable increase in innovative strength and faster implementation of improvements, which had a positive impact on competitiveness.

Practical tips for implementing step 7 in idea management

To successfully apply KIROI step 7, companies should pay attention to the following:

• 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.

In software development, this results in closer collaboration between programmers and designers. In retail, store ideas are networked and utilised company-wide. In mechanical engineering, the time-to-market is shortened thanks to faster feedback cycles.

The holistic nature of KIROI Step 7 in the innovation process

With the KIROI approach, decision-makers recognise that idea management should not be viewed in isolation. Step 7 encourages cross-departmental thinking and the targeted pooling of resources. This approach pays off, especially in complex industries with rapid technological changes. The dovetailing of different perspectives often leads to unexpected synergies and more sustainable innovations.

This turns idea management into a living system that is supported by all employees. Transruption coaching supports the adoption of new perspectives and agile support for change processes. The active involvement of the teams creates a culture of innovation that not only provides impetus, but is also powerful in terms of implementation.

My analysis

Modern idea management, as made possible by KIROI Step 7, is a decisive success factor for companies that want to increase their innovative strength. It shifts the focus from a one-off suggestion scheme to a holistic, sustainable process. Idea management realises its full potential through continuous support, targeted coaching and company-wide networking. Practical examples from mechanical engineering, software development and retail show how this approach leads to faster implementation and greater employee motivation.

Companies that rethink idea management invest in a structured culture of innovation that promotes creativity and paves the way for sustainable solutions. Step 7 is the key to mastering the balancing act between creative freedom and professional implementation.

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