Monthly Archives: May 2009

Say It Ain’t So — Sustainable Advantage No More

Posted on May 26, 2009 by Brandon

A few weeks ago, my oldest son and I went to the theater and saw the J.J. Abrams version of Star Trek.  For the closet Trekkie in me the movies was amazing – remaining close to the core of the … Continue reading →

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Does innovation need CPR?

Posted on May 20, 2009 by Brandon

Just as the stimulus package has been developed to spur consumer confidence and economic upturn, is there need for CPR for innovative thought in healthcare? Continue reading →

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Five Best Practices for Innovation and Strategic Growth

Posted on May 18, 2009 by Brandon

Pollination of ideas in the organization is as directed and purposed. Building the multidisciplinary team or choosing the champion requires alignment of role, understanding of the designation of organizational strategies and objectives, and harnessing required investments supportive of trial and error. Continue reading →

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The Business Model of Medicare Advantage

Posted on May 11, 2009 by Brandon

The Commonwealth Fund (commonwealthfund.com) in May 2009 found that over the past six years the Federal government paid a greater amount for Medicare Advantage products than they would have spent in traditional fee-for-service Medicare payments.  Their research notes in 2009 … Continue reading →

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Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Paine, Bill Johnson

Posted on May 1, 2009 by Brandon

What do these names have in common?  Over the weekend, an interesting historical fact was uncovered.  The original American bloggers were people like Franklin and Paine.  “The Pennsylvania Gazette” was one of several newspapers of the day owned by Franklin.  … Continue reading →

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