Rigorous methods to foster creativity? Should we believe in them? Most techniques are disappointing or at least random in their results. However, the TRIZ method is an exception, probably because it ...

Imagine taking concepts that can be seen around you every day, and using them to solve technical problems in your business. Well, that’s the type of training that Worcester’s own Technical Innovation ...

There are many different frameworks for finding a product or startup idea. In this article, I'd like to discuss one framework you probably haven't heard of and also talk about a counterintuitive way ...

Innovation and growth — who wouldn't want that? Most companies aspire to a culture rooted in these traits as they look to win — or maybe just survive — in a competitive global market. But building and ...

When I joined Machine Design three years ago, my No.1 goal was to expand my knowledge of engineering best practices and its relationship to the manufacturing industry. To be successful, I would need ...