As we enter 2020, it has become glaringly obvious that innovation managers must be prepared to step up their efforts to overcome any challenges and ultimately innovate successfully.

As we have seen in previous articles, there are 6 essential elements that leaders must bear in mind if they want to compete and thrive in today’s business world. Make sure these innovation goals are at the top of your list this year:

1. Leadership and commitment

2. People-first strategy

3. Clear goals

4. Strong ideation factory

5. Openness to digital transformation

6. Flexibility and resilience

Innovative, flexible and resilient organisations that put people first, giving them the opportunity to have a voice, while making them accountable for the company’s future, are those that will succeed in their businesses in the years to come.

The ability to innovate successfully, by incorporating digital processes and encouraging a culture of collaborative innovation, will set you apart from the masses by anticipating change. It also ensures that, when new challenges arise, you will be able to face them head on.

In 2020 and beyond, innovation managers must be equipped with the right tools and mindset to innovate successfully and thus ensure continuous and sustainable business growth.

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