Discussion

What does it take to be

A GREAT

INNOVATION MANAGER?

11 May 2010, For IE Business School, Master in Telecom & Digital Business

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A few thoughts to start the discussion …

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CHANGE

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CHANGE

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CHANGE

OPERATIONS MANAGER

CORE RESPONSIBILITIESReliability, Consistency & Quality. “Keep the Lights On”

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CHANGE

OPERATIONS MANAGER

Likely to introduce small changes, one at a time.

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COMPANY

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CHANGE

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INNOVATION MANAGER

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:Value-Creating DifferentiationCompetitive Advantage

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CHANGE

Might use a team of larger changesto move the company towards a goal.

INNOVATION MANAGER

COMPANY

CHANGE

GOAL

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ENVIRONMENT

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ENVIRONMENT

OPERATIONS MANAGER

Narrowly-defined roles,and clearly-delineated boundaries help me improve operational efficiency!

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ENVIRONMENT

OPERATIONS MANAGER

Likely to have “pillar-shaped” specialistswork in functional “silos”

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ENVIRONMENT

INNOVATION MANAGER

Narrowly-defined roles,and clearly-delineated boundariesundermine innovation delivery!

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ENVIRONMENT

INNOVATION MANAGER

Likely to have “bridge-shaped” innovatorswork in multiple functions and disciplines

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What does it take to be a great Innovation Manager?

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