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Phil Kennedy

Phil Kennedy, 3M

Phil Kennedy

10 July, 2020

Phil Kennedy is a Visiting Professor to the School of Engineering and Materials Science at Queen Mary University London.

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R&D publications

Must read papers on aspects of R&D Management

26 November, 2019

Want to know about R&D Management but too busy to read all the journals? The editors for R&D Today have each selected a journal and

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online ideation

Improving objectiveness of idea selection

10 September, 2019

With the increase in use of online ideation platforms to harness creativity, it is important that ideas are fairly judged, without bias, and that the

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HOW SUCCESSFUL USE OF ABSORPTIVE CAPACITY ADDS VALUE

How successful use of Absorptive Capacity adds value

10 September, 2019

The most effect bringers of new external ideas into an organisation, comments Phil Kennedy are individuals that are not only tech-savvy but business-savvy. He reviews

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Paired comparison

Techniques for Effective Prioritisation

13 September, 2018

Gut feeling may be a valid basis for making decisions about your personal life but a more objective and rigorous approach is needed within R&D

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A simple C&E matrix can be built using a spreadsheet

Good techniques for prioritising projects

13 September, 2018

Gut feeling may be a valid basis for making decisions about your personal life but a more objective and rigorous approach is needed to prioritise

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Structured approach is the secret to successful R&D management

Structured approach is the secret to successful R&D management

23 April, 2018

Phil Kennedy, Head of External & Digital Innovation at 3M, describes his company’s unique approach to fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.

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