Quantum computing might seem like something out of science fiction, but it’s already happening—and innovative organizations need to start preparing now. Speaking with INNOVATEwest, Lisa Lambert, CEO of Quantum Industry Canada, shared a few keys to quantum readiness.

Building great technology requires deeply understanding user problems. And that requires high-quality research. But too many innovators either over-rely on certain methods or don’t collect the right data. Speaking with INNOVATEwest, Sheila Mackenzie, Partner and Director of UX at Spatial Research and Design, shared the research methods she uses for innovation projects.

If you don’t test your innovative ideas with customers, did anything actually happen? Rival Technologies would probably say no—and that’s why they co-innovate with customers to ensure new ideas are grounded in market realities. Speaking with INNOVATEwest, CEO and Founder Andrew Reid explained more about their co-innovation approach.

Your cyber team is there to empower your mission—but they can’t if they’re treated like security outsiders who kill all growth. Instead, CEOs should engage with cyber leaders as part of the due diligence and innovation process. Speaking with INNOVATEwest, Ismael Valenzuela Espejo, the Vice President of Threat Research & Intelligence at BlackBerry, explained the three things he wishes all CEOs know about innovation and cyber risk.

The right way to use AI is any way that delivers value for your business. And regardless of social media posts declaring that you’re behind for not already being an AI whiz, looking for the right use case will pay dividends. Speaking with SAAS NORTH after his conference talk, Zapier’s Lead Product Manager for AI, Reid Robinson, shared the things founders need to consider before diving into AI.

The right way to use AI is any way that delivers value for your business. And regardless of social media posts declaring that you’re behind for not already being an AI whiz, looking for the right use case will pay dividends. Speaking with SAAS NORTH after his conference talk, Zapier’s Lead Product Manager for AI, Reid Robinson, shared the things founders need to consider before diving into AI.