Stage gate processes

Accelerating new product development

By rnd-admin
on 17 November, 2021

"Now is the time to re-think the firm’s innovation process and methods," argues Robert G.Cooper, best known for the development of StageGate, a new product development process that is widely used by multinational organisations. In his recent paper “Accelerating...

Reviewing the innovation pipeline to detect timely opportunity

By rnd-admin
on 20 March, 2020

Rapid responders are organizations that are already reviewing the innovation pipeline to detect timely opportunity. In response to new environmental factors and circumstances, they pause briefly and ask this of the projects in their pipeline, “is it time…?”

Is Stage-Gate still relevant now Agile development is being adopted?

By rnd-admin
on 28 June, 2018

The biggest thing that separates winners from losers is their ability to understand the marketplace, see the unmet needs of the customer and build the voice-of-the-customer. Dr Robert G Cooper, originator of Stage-Gate discusses success, the impact of...

What goes wrong with Stage Gates?

By rnd-admin
on 5 October, 2016

In theory a stage gate process forces managers to review all aspects of the project – not just the technical work - and to take decisions. You want people to go away feeling pleased to have caught hold of...

Creating compelling objectives to deliver strategic growth platforms

Leaders want their teams to think beyond the day-to-day and create thriving visions for...
Valuing and comparing small portfolios

Many of the tools used in valuing and selecting projects are only really applicable...
Using the game 'Top Trumps' as a communications tool

Large R&D centric businesses have a huge asset in the vast experience that exists...
Would an analogy help?

nalogies are a useful tool for creative problem solving, to help one move away...
The Halo-Effect: Creating Impact Through “Good-looking“ Roadmaps

Content is the essence of roadmapping. But the impact of impressive, professional visuals that...