Harnessing Global Creativity for Innovation: A Wazoku Story

This episode examines the power of collective intelligence and open innovation, focusing on Wazoku, a company that facilitates innovation through technology. The discussion highlights a story where an individual from India solved a carbonated drink company's bubble manipulation challenge, exemplifying global problem-solving capabilities. Simon Hill, Wazoku's CEO, elaborates on the importance of embracing external ideas, utilising software for innovation efficiency, and fostering a culture that supports innovation. Emphasising the potential of AI and crowdsourcing, the narrative showcases examples where unexpected solutions emerged from non-obvious sources, including a violinist providing a solution for a potato chip company. The episode underscores the significance of asking the right questions, timing for ideas, and structuring organisations to tap into external creativity effectively.

00:00 The Spark of Innovation: A Global Call for Ideas
00:56 The Power of Crowdsourcing in Innovation
01:30 Introducing Simon Hill: Innovator and Corporate Explorer
02:09 Exploring the Nuts and Bolts of Challenge-Driven Innovation
02:56 The Role of AI and Technology in Shaping Innovation
08:19 The Human Element: Culture, Mindset, and Organisational Change
12:57 Harnessing External Ideas: The Case of Manish and Beyond
16:19 The Future of Work and Innovation: A Circular Ecosystem
23:56 Real-World Success Stories: From Violinists to Potato Chips
26:45 Wazoku: Envisioning a World of Collective Intelligence

Find Wazoku at www.Wazoku.com