Discussion Questions



Discussion Questions

Discuss the elements that are necessary to create an environment that encourages innovation.

Innovations in any organization are dependent upon the sustainability of the innovative influx. Each organization has its own set of cultures and management styles. The key to successful innovation lies however, in ensuring and providing a social environment that encourages creative inputs from all stakeholders. The elements which that are necessary for the development of innovation are identified as culture, leadership and strategy (Child 2005, p. 9-13). Therefore, successful leaders establish and maintain the culture that will facilitate the strategic objectives of the organization. This ...