Where's My Innovation? People Driven Development podcast

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In this episode, Morgan and Eddie address a question from a newly appointed VP of Engineering at a Series C company who is struggling to foster innovation. The discussion explores the challenges of reinvigorating stagnant growth while maintaining current product stability. They delve into the concepts of balancing immediate business needs with future innovations, employing the Toyota Production System (TPS) pillars—Jidoka and Just-In-Time—and methods such as value stream mapping, cost of delay analysis, and Monte Carlo simulations. The episode underscores the importance of adaptable engineering cultures and data-driven decision-making to unlock the next stage of company growth.

(00:00) - Introduction
(00:02) - The Challenge of Innovation in R&D
(00:33) - A VP's Dilemma: Stagnation and Experimentation
(01:19) - The Stakes of Innovation
(02:10) - Understanding the Motivation for Innovation
(02:46) - The Technology Product Lifecycle
(04:39) - Balancing Innovation and Operational Efficiency
(07:09) - The Three Horizons Framework
(11:21) - The Importance of Adaptability
(14:54) - Lessons from the Toyota Production System
(16:48) - Implementing Jidoka: Automation with a Human Touch
(24:50) - The Role of Decision Making in Innovation
(29:55) - Handling Feedback and Authority
(32:22) - Introduction to Just-in-Time Management
(34:00) - Value Stream Mapping Explained
(40:52) - Cost of Delay Analysis
(51:02) - Monte Carlo Simulations