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Intro to Innovation Tactics

Instructor: Mark Onufer
Innovation Tactics
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After interviewing thousands of innovation leaders around the world and asking the question, "How do you innovate?" Trend Hunter received a common response: “Innovation is in our DNA.” That didn’t satisfy us, so we set out on a mission to quantify innovation culture with our Innovation Assessment. When the assessment uncovered that over 50% of organizations didn’t have a process in place to innovate, we decided to help by building out this module to uncover consumer, product and culture innovation tactics.

Business Innovation Specialist and Futurist Keynote Speaker Mark Onufer pulls out the common themes from these interviews with top innovation executives and provides a framework to break down successful, repeatable strategies for innovation on your terms
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AI Policy
Businesses are implimenting formal AI guidelines to ensure ethical workplace operations
Trend - Businesses across a variety of industries are debuting official artificial intelligence (AI) policies. These policies outline when and how AI should be used in workplaces to ensure that AI does not cause damage to the business in any way. This ensures AI is used optimally and productively.
Workshop Question - How could your company's workplace benefit from implementing formal AI guidelines?
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Automaker AI Use Policies
Automaker AI Use Policies
The Seven Principles for AI from BMW Outline Ethical Workplace AI
The BMW Group is a leading company when it comes to integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) and using it for the digital transformation of the automotive industry. The company uses AI throughout... MORE
Workplace AI Use Frameworks
Workplace AI Use Frameworks
Deutsch Telekom's Nine Guidelines Ensure Safe and Fair AI Use
Deutsche Telekom is one of the leading telecommunications companies in the world, with a presence in more than 50 countries and over 200 million customers. As a digital pioneer, Deutsche Telekom... MORE
Voluntary AI Commitments
Voluntary AI Commitments
Amazon is Committed to Using AI Responsibly with Policymakers
Amazon is one of the world’s leading developers and deployers of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) technologies through its AWS and other Amazon platforms. These tools have... MORE
Accountable Workplace AI Policies
Accountable Workplace AI Policies
Google's AI Principles Guide Ethical Use of AI Tools
Google has published seven principles to guide its work in AI development and use. These principles are meant to ensure that its AI products and services are developed and used responsibly, and that... MORE
AI Co-Parent
AI-based parenting apps help families proactively monitor wellbeing and development
Trend - AI-based support apps for parents of infants and young children are being used for skill development, mental health, and/or health monitoring. These programs offer a proactive approach to supporting child development and help parents collect data in cases that require intervention.
Workshop Question - How could your brand use AI to simplify its customers' day-to-day?
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Conversational AI Companions
Conversational AI Companions
CATI is a Soft Plush Toy Robot Debuting at CES 2023
CATI, a CES 2023 Innovation Awards Honoree, is the first multi-turn conversational artificial intelligence companion for children between ages two to five that combines a soft plush toy robot with a... MORE
AI-Powered Baby Monitors
AI-Powered Baby Monitors
Yunyun Tech Presented Cubo at CES 2020
One of the start-ups featured by Taiwan Tech Arena at CES 2020 included Yunyun Tech, which exhibited its innovative Cubo AI-driven smart baby monitor at the technology conference. The next-gen baby... MORE
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Baby Decoder Devices
At CES 2023, Q-bear's Device Translates Why a Baby is Crying
Taiwanese company Q-bear is showing off a CES 2023 innovation that has the potential to change the lives of parents and caregivers for the better. The soft silicone device is made to be fitted into... MORE
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AI-Powered Storytelling Devices
Coemo Synthesizes a Parent's Voice to Tell Stories to Kids
Coemo by Takara Tomy is an AI-powered storytelling device for kids that gives parents the power to tell stories to kids with their own voice and without having to speak the story themselves. Thanks... MORE
Travel Refill
Cosmetic brands offer refills for travel-sized products
Trend - Designed to be used quickly and then tossed, mini cosmetic products create waste and cost more--but they're highly convenient for travel. As the industry invests in circular business models, travel cosmetics with reusable packaging and refill options are a way around waste and high costs.
Workshop Question - How could your brand make it easier for customers to reduce their impact on the environment?
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Solid Toothpaste Sticks
Solid Toothpaste Sticks
Bioseptyl's Travel-Ready Stick Dentifrice Reduces Water Consumption
Toothpaste tablets are some of the most popular alternatives to conventional toothpaste and France’s Bioseptyl created yet another alternative with its economical and travel-friendly solid... MORE
Sustainable Next-Gen Perfumes
Sustainable Next-Gen Perfumes
Extrait Molecular de Parfum Features Circular Materials & Clean Tech
Aeir is introducing the next generation of luxury fragrance with the Extrait Molecular de Parfum, which spotlights bio-engineered formulations, clean technology and circular materials. These next-... MORE
Anti-Aging Solid Serums
Anti-Aging Solid Serums
Hyalustick Sérum is Refillable and Ready for Use on the Go
Hyalustick Sérum is an anti-aging serum in a solid skincare format that’s ready to be swiped straight across the skin. This new solid serum was unveiled by Superga Beauty at Luxe Pack Monaco... MORE
Recyclable Aluminum Beauty Packaging
Recyclable Aluminum Beauty Packaging
Plaine Products Offers Aluminum Beauty Packaging Solutions
Plaine Products aims to clear the consumer’s bathroom of plastics with its innovative and recyclable packaging. The brand is committed to sustainability, which brought on the reimagination of... MORE
AI Pet
Brands are incorporating AI technology into pet products and services
Trend - Companies are adding artificial intelligence (AI)-powered features to pet products to improve safety and quality of life. These features include facial recognition, disease detection, weight tracking, and more, which help pet owners understand their animals' needs.
Workshop Question - How can your company's product be modified to benefit both people and animals?
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Facial Recognition Pet Doors
Facial Recognition Pet Doors
The Petvation Smart Automatic Pet Door Only Opens for Authorized Pets
The Petvation smart automatic pet door is an advanced, security-focused solution for dog or cat owners to implement into their home as a way to automate exterior access. The fixture is designed to... MORE
AI Pet Care Apps
AI Pet Care Apps
Healthcare App TTcare is a CES 2023 Innovation Awards Honoree
AI FOR PET was named as CES 2023 Innovation Awards Honoree for TTcare, a healthcare app for pets that leverages the power of artificial intelligence to detect diseases and health issues. Pet owners... MORE
AI-Driven Pet Apps
AI-Driven Pet Apps
Petnow is an AI-Based Pet Biometric Recognition Solution at CES 2022
Petnow is an AI-based pet biometric recognition solution and it introduces a new way to identify dogs based on the unique patterns of their noses. The biometric solution for dog identification taps... MORE
AI Pet Sizing Solutions
AI Pet Sizing Solutions
MySize is Improving the Experience of Shopping for Pet Clothing
Shopping for pet clothing can be just as much of a challenge as shopping for human clothing but MySize hopes to improve the experience for retailers and shoppers alike with an upcoming apparel... MORE
Rewarded Sustainability
Brands and institutions create reward programs for eco-friendly habits
Trend - Businesses and institutions are increasingly incentivizing sustainable consumer habits with programs that reward them when they make eco-conscious decisions. These programs are linked to everything from recycling to shopping.
Workshop Question - How could your brand make sustainable consumption easier for its customers?
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Sustainable Rewards Shops
Sustainable Rewards Shops
The Nature Valley ReTok Shop Connects People to Back-to-School Supplies
To gear up for this year’s back-to-school season, Nature Valley is introducing the Nature Valley ReTok Shop and a unique rewards program on TikTok for families who are making sustainable... MORE
Gamified Recycling Machines
Gamified Recycling Machines
Olyns & Mars Wrigley are Simplifying Candy Container Recycling
With the Sweet Rewards Challenge, Olyns and Mars Wrigley are teaming up to make it easier (and more rewarding) for candy lovers to recycle rigid plastic gum and candy containers. The gamified... MORE
Gamified Recycling Programs
Gamified Recycling Programs
ZeLoop is a Blockchain-Based Gamified Recycling App for Food Packaging
‘ZeLoop’ is a Blockchain-based mobile application that offers consumers a gamified experience for recycling food and beverage packaging. The co-founder of ZeLoop, Eric Schaffner, worked... MORE
NFC-Enabled Recycling Programs
NFC-Enabled Recycling Programs
The SPRITE Recycling Scheme Leverages Near-Field Communication Tech
Many items that can be recycled simply end up in the wrong place as a result of improper sorting but the SPRITE recycling scheme has the potential to make sure more materials end up in the right... MORE
Fiber Packaging
Fiber-based packaging solutions are being used for sustainability purposes
Trend - Sustainable-sourced, fiber-based packaging is a newer packaging solution that's being used in the food industry. Everything from produce to canned beverages are now being packaged with these more eco-friendly packaging options.
Workshop Question - How could your brand better prioritize sustainability?
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Fiber-Based Sustainable Packaging
Fiber-Based Sustainable Packaging
Coca-Cola Switches Out its Plastic Packaging for the KeelClip
Coca-Cola has announced that it will be removing plastic packaging for its can multi-packs and will now be using the KeelClip fiber-based packaging. This transition will eliminate the need for... MORE
Fiber-Based Produce Packaging
Fiber-Based Produce Packaging
EverGrow Reduces Waste with Sustainably Sourced Wood Fiber
The EverGrow collection from WestRock offers a different approach to produce packaging by using sustainably sourced wood fiber that can easily be flattened and recycled after use. The product helps... MORE
Fiber-Based Food Packaging
Fiber-Based Food Packaging
Hinojosa Unveils the New 'Foodservice' Packaging in Three Formats
The ‘Foodservice’ series of paper-based, recyclable packaging from Hinojosa Packaging Group is intended for 4th and 5th-range prepared foods and hot and cold beverages. Hinojosa’s... MORE
Paper Chewing Gum Tubes
Paper Chewing Gum Tubes
The Packaging for Mentos Gum is 90% Paper & Ready to Recycle
Mentos gum is being shared with the world in more environmentally friendly packaging that’s 90% paper-based and friendlier for curbside recycling. A partnership with Graphic Packaging... MORE
Algae Construction
Algae-based construction materials prioritize sustainability
Trend - Sustainability in architecture and construction is becoming more important, and algae is a promising emerging material in this space. The natural resource is being used to make everything from concrete construction blocks to air-purifying facades.
Workshop Question - How is your brand effectively prioritizing sustainability?
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Sustainable Algae-Based Cement
Sustainable Algae-Based Cement
Prometheus Materials Contributes with Eco Architecture Solutions
Prometheus Materials is contributing to the world of sustainable architecture and manufacturing with its innovative algae-based cement. The Colorado-based company claims to “offer a sustainable,... MORE
Algae-Based Building Concepts
Algae-Based Building Concepts
Researchers Created an 'Eco Village' Carbon Recapture Concept
A group of student researchers from the Bartlett School of Architecture created what they call the Eco Village Concept. This is a group of buildings that use algae as the base material for the... MORE
Interactive Biotechnological Playgrounds
Interactive Biotechnological Playgrounds
The Airbubble Playground Boasts Natural Air-Purifiers
The Airbubble Playground, designed by ecoLogicStudio, includes integrated air-purifying micro-algae. The London-based architecture and innovation firm aims to provide clean air for children to... MORE
Biomaterial-Made Showhomes
Biomaterial-Made Showhomes
Biobased Creations Built a House from 100 Plant-Based Materials
Biobased Creations built a showhouse almost entirely from plant-based materials. The construction model showcases how house-building can turn to sustainable methods to help improve our planet’... MORE
Immunity Waters
Enhanced waters are promising immune system-boosting benefits
Trend - Enhanced waters are now being adapted with ingredients that offer natural immune system protection. Products in this space are infused with vitamins, antioxidants, and other supplements that are used to protect customers' health.
Workshop Question - How could your brand better address preventative health and wellbeing?
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Functional Infused Waters
Functional Infused Waters
B1U Shares Functional Beverages with Caffeine, Fiber, Vitamins & More
B1U is a new beverage brand from Ocean Spray Cranberries that’s focused on sharing functional support for health and wellness routines. Each of the functional infused water products is free... MORE
Sparkling Vitamin Waters
Sparkling Vitamin Waters
All Phenoms Beverages are Non-GMO and Packed with Nutrients
All Phenoms is revolutionizing the vitamin and supplement industry with its delicious sparkling water formulas. The beverages are expertly crafted with the help of a Naturopathic Doctor to include... MORE
Immunity-Boosting Kids Beverages
Immunity-Boosting Kids Beverages
Star Water is Zero-Sugar, Zero-Calorie & Boosted by Vitamins
Starryside Co.‘s Star Water is the brand’s debut product and it shares zero-sugar, zero-calorie beverages for kids that support the immune system. The Beachy Peachy Strawberry, Magical... MORE
Colorful Vitamin-Infused Waters
Colorful Vitamin-Infused Waters
Flow Ventures into the World of Flavorful Vitamin Water
In 2023, Flow Alkaline Spring Water—known as North America’s faster-growing premium water brand—announced its venture into the vitamin water category with three new refreshing flavors.... MORE
Appliance Hub
Brands create connected kitchen appliances that operate within a multipurpose system
Trend - Connected kitchen appliances have become popular among renters and homeowners, and brands in this industry are now offering appliance systems with multipule uses and purposes, that also offer connected capabilities. These systems work to ease the process of cooking.
Workshop Question - How is your brand prioritizing convenience for its customers?
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Molecular Beverage Printers
Molecular Beverage Printers
Cana One is a Countertop Appliance That Makes Thousands of Drinks
Cana One is the world’s first molecular beverage printer that takes up minimal countertop space and boasts the ability to create thousands of kinds of drinks. The first-of-its-kind machine... MORE
Space-Saving Multi-Ovens
Space-Saving Multi-Ovens
The HomeCHEF 7-in-1 Compact Oven Was Announced at CES 2022
The Panasonic HomeCHEF 7-in-1 Compact Oven is a versatile multi-oven unveiled at CES 2022 that shares a space-saving way to air fry, convection bake, steam, stew, ferment and more. The all-in-one... MORE
AI-Powered Appliance Systems
AI-Powered Appliance Systems
ThinQ Care Uses AI for Appliance Monitoring & Maintenance
At KBIS 2022, Signature Kitchen Suite unveiled an AI-powered solution called ThinQ Care or a customer support platform that proactively helps homeowners monitor and maintain their appliances. The... MORE
play_circle_filled Smart Processing Blenders
Smart Processing Blenders
Fresko Debuts 5-in-1 Food Processor and Blender 'KitchenHub+'
Fresko, the kitchen appliance innovation brand, recently announced the Kickstarter launch of KitchenHub+, a 5-in-1 food processor and blender. KitchenHub+ combines the features of a juicer, grinder,... MORE
Liquid Moisturizers
Liquid-based moisturizers offer effective hydration
Trend - Skincare brands are offering unique moisturizer formulas that are offered in lightweight, liquid form. These moisturizers are meant to be tapped or sprayed onto the skin and are ideal to layer with, or to use alone on oily skin.
Workshop Question - How is your brand evolving with its customers?
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All-Over Cream Sprays
All-Over Cream Sprays
Boum-Boum Milk is a Three-in-One Toner, Serum and Moisturizer
French makeup artist Violette’s Violette_FR range includes a unique multitasking skincare product called Boum-Boum Milk that does the duty of a toner, serum and moisturizer. The three-in-one... MORE
Soothing Serum Mists
Soothing Serum Mists
Glow Hub Beauty's Calm & Soothe Serum Mist Boasts Hydrating Hemp
The Glow Hub Beauty Calm & Soothe Serum Mist is formulated to hydrate and calm skin, and is meant to be applied after toner and before moisturizer. The smoothing formula is also great before or... MORE
Makeup-Refreshing Sprays
Makeup-Refreshing Sprays
The What It Dew Refreshing Spray is Touted as "Moisturizer in a Bottle"
Fenty Beauty has officially launched its first-ever setting spray but it’s being called the What It Dew Makeup Refreshing Spray because of its many useful properties. The ultra-fine hydrating... MORE
Algae-Infused Liquid Moisturizers
Algae-Infused Liquid Moisturizers
The Algenist Niacinamide Moisture Veil Visibly Reduces Shine
The Algenist Niacinamide Moisture Veil is a liquid moisturizer that’s beneficial for reducing the appearance of excess surface oil and shininess, all the while keeping skin hydrated and the... MORE