Inclusive Innovation
Much of the literature on Innovation focuses on the ways in which elements in ecosystems drive change. While much has been written on technology driven innovation, it is important to also recognize process driven innovation. For example, game changers like Uber and AirBnB, are built on relatively simple technologies – it is the business model that created disruption. Inclusive innovation recognizes that digital innovation and the ICT sector is very important but that all sectors including the public sector have potential. Understanding how change occurs at the systems level and the issues of scaling small project is one of the major challenges in understanding innovation systems.
John Tory picks Michelle Holland to prep Toronto for hi-tech future
This article appeared in the InsideToronto.com and was published on December 9, 2016 Mayor John Tory announced Tuesday the Scarborough Southwest councillor is leaving his powerful Executive Committee, but he also named Holland the city’s first Advocate for the...
Calling for a Bold Approach to Innovation
This article originally appeared in the November 23/16 issue of RE$EARCH MONEY For 20 years we have been talking about innovation. Our global rankings have slipped, our productivity is falling compared to the US and we know there are no simple solutions. Some say that...
Six strategies for Canadian universities to foster innovation: Experts from within and outside of academia expound on what role universities can play to further the innovation agenda
This article appeared in University Affairs and was published on November 2, 2016 The buzzword “innovation” might perk you up – or make your eyes roll. Regardless of how the term sits with you, innovation is clearly on the federal government’s agenda and of big...