15 Outspoken Quotes on Innovation

Innovation is essential for future success, but it is also difficult and often considered a 'nice to have' rather than a priority. Companies need to connect operational and innovation excellence and realize that innovation is a high risk venture with many uncertainties that requires both focus and freedom. Managers should lead rather than control innovation, and organizations should engage in need seeking - engaging customers directly to generate new ideas. Innovation requires collaboration and "co-creators" from the start. It can be frustrating but is essential for growth.