Diverse perspectives solve problems faster. Cognitively diverse teams that break down hierarchical silos and bring together different skills, backgrounds, and ways of thinking solve problems up to three times faster than homogeneous groups. Two heads are better than one, but only when those heads approach the problem differently.
Innovation happens at intersections. The most meaningful breakthroughs occur where different skills, mindsets, and industries meet. We are applying decades of telecommunications expertise in ways that challenge industry norms.
Focus on the problem, not just the solution. A true innovation mindset starts by obsessing over the problem to be solved, not just the technical solution (or how others have solved it before us). Duct tape and band-aids provide temporary fixes. Focusing on the root problem allows for the removal of the metaphorical duct tape entirely.