Lead Users

Lead Users get into the market earlier than the rest of us, and they are critical for getting really good products and services.

More Innovation Glossaries

Development Process

A systematic series of actions that creates a new product or improves an existing one, from ideation to market launch.

Output Metrics

Output metrics are used to track the performance and success of an innovation strategy after implementation. (e.g., product fit, ROI)

Continuous Learning

Continuous Learning: Ongoing skill and knowledge enhancement for adaptability and growth in a rapidly changing business environment.

Top Lead Users Resources

Finding Lead Users for Innovation

Google Slam is a platform where users can showcase creative and innovative ways of using Google products, making it a honeypot for Lead Users.

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How customer instinct can help you innovate

Developing customer instinct can lead to successful innovation. Traditional market research may not yield the desired results, and new methods, such as observing and ethnography, should be explored. Customer relationships should be fostered, and lead users and emergent customers should be targeted.

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How do Users Influence Innovation?

Users play a crucial role in innovation. Lead users are becoming inventors and innovators, while early adopters can provide a critical mass of users. Brand advocates can influence potential users, either face-to-face or virtually.

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Innovations to solve the key challenge in avocado production

The global avocado market is growing rapidly, but there are challenges in production, including the depletion of soil minerals and water consumption. Innovative solutions, such as plastic mulch and electromagnetic water treatment, are being explored to increase efficiency and sustainability.

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Kanban: What It Is and How to Use It

Kanban is an Agile project management methodology that focuses on efficiency, visualization, and feedback loops to improve workflows and minimize waste.

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