Innovation isn’t something we pause to do. It’s embedded in our everyday work.
Most companies treat innovation like a spotlight moment—something to schedule, polish, and revisit. But at InspiringApps, it’s more subtle than that. We’ve found that meaningful innovation happens in motion; it’s not an event but a mindset. It lives in our curiosity, our conversations, and our ability to turn exploration into impact.
For us, innovation works best when it’s embedded, not isolated. What began as “innovation days” evolved into ongoing projects aligned with both team interests and client needs.
While we encourage open exploration, our innovation projects are ultimately anchored in practical impact. They address specific challenges our clients face or enhance how we deliver our work. Engineers might test a new framework, prototype a solution to a recurring industry challenge, or explore how new tools can accelerate delivery.
Innovation projects are grounded in our core values and external work, as well as in tangible results that solve problems and build solutions.
One of the best places to watch innovation unfold in real time is in our recurring “AI @ IA” sessions. These informal, collaborative showcases bring together team members from across disciplines to share discoveries and practical applications of cutting-edge tech.
What makes these sessions valuable goes beyond the demo to the conversations they spark. When a UX designer sees how a developer is using an AI assistant to match content, it opens new possibilities for streamlining feedback cycles. When a project manager glimpses a tool that could transform client presentations, it reshapes how we deliver work.
In a remote company, connection has an intention. Working sessions can create space for spontaneous, human moments that build real team cohesion. Engineers troubleshoot in real time when a demo hits an unexpected roadblock. We share shortcuts we’ve discovered that save hours of repetitive work. We collaborate to refine a concept that started as an individual exploration.
Our version of innovation has ripple effects. People lean in more, share more, and build better products. As Stacy Griffin, Director of Operations, describes these intentional innovation meetings, “It’s where people feel seen, heard, and genuinely energized by ideas, by collaboration, and by each other.“
The deeper impact is cultural. These moments strengthen the fabric of our team. Engineers get to explore emerging technologies, share what they’re learning, and grow professionally, with support from peers who are genuinely interested.
In a world where technical talent is perpetually in motion, InspiringApps has maintained remarkable stability. When people feel both connected and inspired, they don’t just do better work—they build a place worth staying.
Innovation means keeping the high-value creative work firmly in human hands while automating the repetitive elements that slow delivery. Smart adaptation is born from experimentation and refined by experience. It’s part of what makes our work resonate with clients and partners alike.
We still run innovation projects, but they’re not separate from the work. They are the work. Innovation isn’t a department here; it’s a habit.
For more on innovation behind the scenes, check out our latest interview with Stacy Griffin, Director of Operations, in Built In Colorado: How These 16 Companies Harness the Power of Creative Thinking
