New handbook on innovation management systems

Where would we be without innovation? It’s not something we spend our time mulling over, but without innovations such as, among many others, the printing press, the humble light bulb, clocks and telephones – not to mention, of course, the wheel, that got the whole thing rolling – we would still be living in the dark ages.

Essential for business success, innovation is about keeping up with the competition through new products, services or ways of doing things. Innovation doesn’t have to mean dazzling new technology or life-transforming inventions. It could mean finding a better way to do things or modifying products that over time lead to significant long-term improvements. But harnessing these ideas and improvements calls for sound strategies to ensure they work their best.

One of the many benefits of an innovation management is that it is keeping businesses of all sizes agile, adaptable and resilient enough to cope with today’s challenges. A new practical guide of ISO 56002:2019 helps organizations maximize their innovation management processes and get the best out of all their bright ideas.

This handbook expands on the guidance provided in EVS-EN ISO 56002:2021 and is designed to help organizations start or improve their innovation management journey. It is a tool to help your organization spotlight great ideas and initiatives that are directly linked to your vision. This handbook focuses on the fundamental principles of innovation management, which include strategic direction, organizational culture, insights, and adaptability.

Suitable for organizations of all types and sizes, this handbook is particularly useful for small and medium-sized enterprises ensuring that they are able to adapt and evolve with their environment.