about the podcast
Hacking Kaizen unpacks innovation design strategy across the Asia Pacific region. Hosted by Graham Newman, the podcast examines how organisations are delivering economic, social and cultural value in response to customer demand. Gain insights into transformative practices driving success in the ever-evolving landscape of innovation and business development impact. Season one will be published in the summer.
Hacking Kaizen is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and all other major audio streaming services.
how the podcast got its name
Hacking Kaizen involves applying the principles of Kaizen, a Japanese philosophy of continuous improvement, to the process of innovation. It focuses on making small, incremental improvements to products, processes, or systems to drive innovation forward rapidly. In this context, “hacking” refers to finding creative and unconventional ways to improve innovation processes, often through experimentation and iteration. Instead of waiting for major breakthroughs, teams embrace a culture of constant experimentation, feedback, and adaptation. By encouraging employees to constantly seek out and implement small improvements, organisations can foster a culture of innovation that thrives on agility and adaptability. This approach ensures that innovation remains an ongoing and dynamic process, rather than a series of sporadic efforts.