Refrigerator insulation rarely makes headlines—but BluRoX has changed that. By swapping traditional foam for volcanic rock, Liebherr has introduced a smarter, more sustainable way to keep things cool. In this article, Wieke explores how this innovation boosts energy efficiency, simplifies recycling, and redefines what’s possible in appliance design.
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How did a sailboat outpace the wind? The America’s Cup is more than a legendary race: it’s a showcase of groundbreaking technology. From the revolutionary 1988 catamaran to today’s foiling AC75s, this competition has continually redefined the limits of speed and innovation.
Our partner Quintijn dives into the key moments and cutting-edge advancements that have shaped this iconic event. Read the full story!
Ever experienced this? You have developed an amazing product, only to find that the transition from development to production is riddled with issues in the final stages. Unexpectedly, you are faced with multiple adjustments. Besides causing frustration, this also costs time and money. There is another way: design it “first time right” by using the DfX approach.
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Sustainable project management involves integrating multifaceted elements that contribute to the long-term success and positive impact of projects. It aligns with the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), established in 2015 by the United Nations which provide a framework for addressing global challenges.
Successful innovation increasingly comes through partnerships of multiple parties. But how do you select potential partners?
Is it a search for the prince on the white horse? How do you divide the pie? And can cultural differences be bridged with a sticky bun?
Quintijn Innikel shares his experience and insights on creating fruitful partnerships and lists the key challenges.
Jan Witte already had extensive experience in product development, including for major clients such as Heineken and Unilever. YouMedical, turnover over 10 million euros, has 15 employees and exports to 40 countries. ‘I am responsible for the daily management and also for developing the physical product, i.e. packaging, holder and dispenser. For example, we have developed a patented system to freeze warts very locally, without affecting the surrounding skin.’
The rise of Agile working, Lean Startup and Design Thinking has had a great impact on the practice of innovation management. Does this mean that Stage-Gate is obsolete? To find out, as a graduate student I first studied the theory of these processes. Then I analyzed 150 BEACON innovation projects for the methodologies used. With the goal of identifying which approach works best for different types of innovation projects. My conclusion is that the Stage-Gate process is still relevant as the backbone of the process.
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