Talking About Organizations Podcast 98: Managing Innovation -- Burns & Stalker (Part 1)
Feb 14, 2023
Pedro Monteiro, a speaker based in Copenhagen, dives into the fascinating world of innovation management. He discusses the insights from Tom Burns and G. M. Stalker's classic work, revealing why organizations struggle to turn ideas into products. The conversation touches on the complexities of power dynamics and common misunderstandings about bureaucratic structures. Monteiro highlights the shift toward collaborative innovation post-World War II, emphasizing the importance of adaptive management systems and effective communication for successful innovation.
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Myth of the Lone Inventor
- The myth of the lone inventor persists but ignores the social and organizational context of innovation.
- Innovation is a collective process involving coordination beyond just the inventor.
Innovation as Continuous Interaction
- Innovation involves interaction between evolving universities and industry adapting to new knowledge flows.
- This co-influence forms a continuous process, not a one-way adaptation from one side.
Managing Innovation as Orchestration
- Innovation requires orchestrating diverse organizational functions beyond just idea generation.
- Managing innovation means managing relationships, communication, and participation across departments.
