Innovative Management Practices Research Articles

Developing a Sustainability Measurement for Innovation Performance for the Food Industry

While the significance of innovation management in sustaining competitiveness for businesses is widely recognized, there is an absence of research in the food industry regarding the measurement of sustainability outcomes resulting from innovation efforts. This research endeavors to construct a comprehensive measurement framework for assessing innovation performance. The primary objective is to examine the measures to evaluate the success the success of product innovation management concerning the sustainability objectives of organizations This study employs Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) on an online survey of 354 Thai food manufacturers to investigate the robust evaluation of innovation performance in the food sector. The key findings reveal that the proposed measurement instrument for innovation management performance has been validated. All sustainability dimensions, including social, economic, and environmental sustainability, have been validated as the appropriate measurement for sustainability as a result of innovation management. The social aspect has the most influence, followed by the economic and environmental aspects. In conclusion, this study offers valuable insights for practitioners aiming to evaluate their innovation management practices by employing the developed measurement scale. By assessing and enhancing their innovation management approaches, organizations can strive for sustainability during dynamic environmental challenges and uncertainties.

Reducing uncertainty associated with managing technology innovation

This research addresses the challenge of managing uncertainty associated with technology innovation, a process vital for economic growth and organisational sustainability. The study aims to offer novel insights on reducing uncertainty across the different stages of the innovation process by identifying interrelationships between technology innovation success factors. To achieve this, interpretive structural modelling (ISM) and MICMAC (a French acronym, which means “cross-impact matrix-multiplication applied to classification”) were applied as research methodologies, and the directional relationships among success factors in the four stages (concept development, technology development, product development and implementation) of the technology innovation process were determined. Data were collected from a research and technology organisation that specialises in technology innovation. The evaluation revealed essential interconnections and rankings of factors within each innovation stage, and that the interrelationships between the factors vary across the different innovation stages. The original contribution of this study to innovation theory lies in demonstrating that the same success factors manifest differently across various innovation stages. This suggests the necessity of tailored management strategies for each stage, highlighting the need for a stage-specific approach in innovation management practices. Additionally, in terms of practical implications, this research aids managers by providing guidance on identifying the most influential factors and the varying order in which these factors should be prioritised for effective innovation management. The implications of this research extend to practical applications in the field of technology innovation by enabling a better understanding of the varying significance of success factors across different stages. Ultimately, this insight can assist in refining future policy frameworks and strategic planning in technology-oriented organisations. It is recommended that the ISM/MICMAC approach applied to determine the interrelationships and ranking between the success factors for each stage could be formalised into a technique for assessing technology innovation management to reduce uncertainty.

The AI‐augmented crowd: How human crowdvoters adopt AI (or not)

AbstractTo date, innovation management research on idea evaluation has focused on human experts and crowd evaluators. With recent advances in artificial intelligence (AI), idea evaluation and selection processes need to keep up. As a result, the potential role of AI‐enabled systems in idea evaluation has become an important topic in innovation management research and practice. While AI can help overcome human capacity constraints and biases, prior research has identified also aversive behaviors of humans toward AI. However, research has also shown lay people's appreciation of AI. This study focuses on human crowdvoters’ AI adoption behavior. More precisely, we focus on gig workers, who despite often lacking expert knowledge are frequently engaged in crowdvoting. To investigate crowdvoters' AI adoption behavior, we conducted a behavioral experimental study (n = 629) with incentive‐compatible rewards in a human‐AI augmentation scenario. The participants had to predict the success or failure of crowd‐generated ideas. In multiple rounds, participants could opt to delegate their decisions to an AI‐enabled system or to make their own evaluations. Our findings contribute to the innovation management literature on open innovation, more specifically crowdvoting, by observing how human crowdvoters engage with AI. In addition to showing that the lay status of gig workers does not lead to an appreciation of AI, we identify factors that foster AI adoption in this specific innovation context. We hereby find mixed support for influencing factors previously identified in other contexts, including financial incentives, social incentives, and the provision of information about AI‐enabled system's functionality. A second novel contribution of our empirical study is, however, the fading of crowdvoters’ aversive behavior over time.

Role of Innovation Management Practices in Enhancing Firm Agility and Adaptability during Times of Crisis in Turkey

Purpose: The study sought to investigate the role of innovation management practices in enhancing firm agility and adaptability during times of crisis in Turkey.
 Materials and Methods: The study adopted a desktop methodology. Desk research refers to secondary data or that which can be collected without fieldwork. Desk research is basically involved in collecting data from existing resources hence it is often considered a low cost technique as compared to field research, as the main cost is involved in executive’s time, telephone charges and directories. Thus, the study relied on already published studies, reports and statistics. This secondary data was easily accessed through the online journals and library
 Findings: The study found that Turkish firms embracing innovation management practices exhibited enhanced agility and adaptability during crises. These practices included nurturing an innovative culture, investing in research and development, and embracing digital solutions. Leadership commitment and external collaborations were identified as crucial enablers. Additionally, the research underscored the importance of tailoring strategies to Turkey's specific context to effectively bolster firm resilience during challenging times.
 Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: The study recommends Turkish firms should formulate agile innovation strategies that emphasize flexibility and rapid response to changing market conditions. This involves regularly assessing customer needs, market trends, and emerging technologies. By continuously adapting their innovation strategies, firms can remain responsive and agile during crises. This recommendation contributes to theory by emphasizing the integration of agility principles into innovation management frameworks, highlighting the need for dynamic and iterative approaches. Encourage cross-functional collaboration within organizations to facilitate innovation.

Reducing the gap between rhetoric and reality: Use of Digital Service Standards for public service innovation through digital transformation in Australia

AbstractNearly a decade ago, the Australian Federal Government introduced a Digital Service Standard (DSS) for new and redesigned government services. This was an opportunity to encourage digital services and disruptive innovations to help the government improve citizens outcomes, and indeed there was a significant uptake in the digital services assessments offered by the program with key government agencies across health, human services, taxation, and education on board. However, by the 2020s the number of publicly visible assessments had significantly reduced. The initial broad adoption and recent reduction in numbers present an opportunity to explore the effectiveness of this government innovation management program that was ahead of its time. This paper reviews the impact of the DSS in fostering public service innovation and presents lessons learnt from the program. To perform this analysis, this research evaluates to what extent the DSS applied common private sector innovation management approaches of Innovation Process Management and Innovation Portfolio Management in the public sector. It also looks at the impact of these programs in encouraging specific types of modern digital innovations. The analysis draws on DSS assessments from 2015 to 2021 and considers how the program demonstrated public sector innovation leadership. This paper proposes a framework to improve the DSS by tailoring its approach for new and existing services, adopting specific standards to encourage incremental and disruptive innovations, and promoting more transparent reporting and funding of innovation management programs. This evaluation found that the DSS exemplifies Innovation Process Management in its use of stages and gates, and Innovation Portfolio Management in its use of targeted assessment criteria across innovation portfolios of various government agencies. The analysis also identified design limitations in the DSS as a whole of government innovation management approach due to its limited uptake in multiple large agencies and lack of specific standards to encourage different types of innovation. The impact of this research is to increase the adoption of the DSS and increase the innovation outcomes delivered by this government program. We conclude by reflecting some of the unique considerations in applying private sector innovation management practices in the public sector.Points for practitioners Innovation management techniques are emerging but remain immature in the public sector. Australia has shown leadership in Government Innovation Process and Portfolio Management. Government must remain committed to innovation management programs and sharing the outputs of these programs. Government Innovation Management Programs should build in flexibility to encourage different types of innovation.

TALENT MANAGEMENT PRACTICES, ORGANIZATION CULTURE AND SUSTAINABLE ORGANIZATIONAL PERFORMANCE IN CHARTERED UNIVERSITIES IN KENYA

Universities contribute to economic development of a country. However, Universities experience scarcity of academic staff due to tremendous increase in student enrolment yet little attention is given to attraction and retention of staff for sustainable performance. This study determined the relationship between talent management practices (TMP), organization culture (OC) and sustainable organizational performance (SOP). Correlational and retrospective longitudinal designs were adopted and 51 Registrars purposively selected from 51 Chartered Universities responded to questionnaires. Secondary data was from accredited Government records. Reliability was confirmed by Cronbach Alpha coefficient 0.960 from pilot study on 5 Universities. Data was analyzed descriptively and inferentially. The multiple regression findings revealed varied results with SOP; talent attraction (β=0.342, p=0.000), talent development (β=0.128, p=0.118), talent retention (β=0.035, p=0.696), career management (β=-0.203, p=0.007) and succession planning (β=0.134, p=0.020). Talent attraction and succession planning found positive significant influence on SOP, Career management found negative significant influence on SOP while Talent development and Talent retention found positive insignificant influence on SOP. The R2= 0.691 implied that 69.1% of variation in SOP explained by TMP. The model was significant as shown by (F=17.861, p=0.000). The moderated multiple regression results found that organization culture was a significant moderator; Int.(TMP*OC) = [R2Δ=0.012, β=0.197 and p=0.005]. The R2Δ=0.012 implied 1.2% variation in SOP explained by interaction between TMP and OC hence conclusion that moderator strengthens the relationship between TMP and SOP. The study concluded that effective TMP are critical contributors to SOP under positive organization culture. The study recommends adoption of innovative talent management practices that ensure the right talents are attracted to the right jobs and deliberate steps towards creation of supportive institutional culture for adoption and implementation of TMP to ensure SOP. KEY WORDS: Talent, Culture, Sustainable, Chartered Universities

Assessing the robustness of composite indicators: the case of the Global Innovation Index

This research paper introduces a methodology to assess the robustness of the Global Innovation Index (GII), by comparing the rankings provided in it with those achieved using alternative data-driven methodologies such as data envelopment analysis (DEA) and principal component analysis (PCA). With it, the paper aims to reduce the level of subjectivity in the construction of composite indicators regarding weight generation and indicator aggregation. The paper relies on PCA as a weighting-aggregation scheme to reproduce the 21 sub-pillars of the GII before the application of DEA to calculate the relative efficiency score for every country. By using the PCA-DEA model, a final ranking is produced for all countries. The random forests (RF) classification is used examine the robustness of the new rank. The comparison between the new rank and that of the GII suggests that the countries positioned at the top or the bottom of the GII rank are less sensitive toward the modification than those in the middle of the GII, the rank of which is not robust against the modification of the construction method. The PCA-DEA model introduced in this paper provides policymakers with an effective tool to monitor the performance of national innovation policies from the perspective of their relative efficiency. Ultimately, the contribution made in this paper could be instrumental to enhance the effectiveness and the efficiency of the practice of innovation management at the national level.

Exploring the Intersection of Knowledge Management and Spirituality in Higher Education Institutions

Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) have the fundamental role of teaching, research, and interaction with society, which are the three main vertices in the creation and dissemination of knowledge. HEIs can enhance their sustainability and competitiveness by effectively managing the knowledge of each collaborator and creating more value. In this way, HEIs lay the foundation for sustainable growth and extend their competitive advantages. However, it requires motivated and committed collaborators aligned with the mission, values, and objectives of the organization. Therefore, we suggest that the incorporation of spirituality can promote innovation, organizational sustainability, and increase knowledge management practices. To address the research gap on the integration of KM and spirituality in HEIs, we conducted a literature review using three databases, Web of Science, Scopus, and EBSCO. The review revealed that the integration of KM and organizational spirituality has not been studied in an integrated way. As such, we present suggestions for future research and practice, emphasizing the need for HEIs to focus on managing knowledge and incorporating spirituality into their practices to enhance their competitiveness and sustainability. Accordingly, this study contributes to the literature by awarding and discussing KM and spirituality as two key components of HEIs. Once, incorporating spirituality can promote innovation, organizational sustainability, and increase knowledge management practices. Moreover, this study provides valuable insights for HEIs to improve their management practices, promote sustainability, and enhance their competitive advantages.

Innovation Management Model for Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs): Georgia

Abstract The present article explores the internal and external factors that enable the implementation of innovative practices within Georgian SMEs and the successful management of innovation and growth. We posit that a well-functioning and effective innovation management model is a prerequisite for growth and sustainability. The research aims to propose a conceptual model of innovation management and assess whether the application of innovation practices impacts the company’s growth in the targeted sample. The interpretation of results is based on examining the phenomenon and synthesis of theoretical information and data obtained from the online questionnaire and focus group. The data reported here appear to support the assumption that innovation management and a good combination of human and financial resources shall be the basis upon which the growth is implemented. As there is still a scarcity of research on innovation management practices in SMEs in developing countries, notably in Georgia, the present study shall contribute to the business and innovation management literature and shall develop recommendations and suggestions for start-up managers, entrepreneurs, policymakers or other interested parties. Consequently, the present research shall attempt to combine theoretical and empirical substantiations and create practical implications.

The Role of E-Commerce Adoption in Enhancing Regulatory Compliance in Information Systems of Foreign Investment Management in Malaysia - A Moderating Effect of Innovation Management

Over the years, the rise of e-commerce has brought about significant changes in the way businesses operate globally which also includes how foreign investment is managed. As more companies move on-line and engage in move-border transactions, foreign investment management has turned out to be greater complicated and requires a distinctive set of techniques. This study aims to examine the mediating role of IT capabilities and information security measures, as well as the moderating role of innovation management in this relationship. This study uses a cross-sectional research design. Data were collected from 230 Malaysian foreign investment management firms using a structured questionnaire. The measurement scales used were validated and adopted from previous studies. SPSS was used to analyze the data and test the hypothesized relationships. The findings of the study showed that e-commerce adoption has a significant and positive impact on regulatory compliance. Furthermore, this relationship is significantly mediated by IT capabilities and information security measures and moderated by innovation management. This study provides valuable insights into the effects of e-commerce adoption on regulatory compliance in the context of foreign investment management in Malaysia. The findings underscore the importance of developing strong IT capabilities and implementing strong information security measures to enhance regulatory compliance. Additionally, the study emphasizes the need for innovative management practices to effectively leverage e-commerce adoption for regulatory compliance.

The different roles of innovation intermediaries to generate value

AbstractThe development of innovation management practices toward openness, societal grand challenges and emerging technologies have changed the roles and supporting activities of innovation intermediaries. Innovation intermediaries are considered to be organizations that generate value to other institutions or societies within an innovation system. Despite the growth of innovation intermediary research in recent years, there is still a lack of clarity about the different roles that intermediaries can play and the way in which they generate value to the other institutions, industry and/or society. This paper reviews current research to identify contemporary roles of innovation intermediaries and explore the mechanisms they use to generate value. Through the use of bibliographic coupling the paper presents a robust analysis of the intellectual streams and key concepts underpinning innovation intermediary research. The paper makes a contribution to the ongoing debate by proposing a framework that explains the different roles of innovation intermediaries (knowledge broker, knowledge transfer enabler, orchestrator, and value generator) and the functions embedded within the roles at different levels of analysis, i.e., firm, industry, and national. The paper concludes by discussing the theoretical and practical implications of the framework and details key areas for future research.

The relationship between virtuous leadership and innovation management in the pharmaceutical companies of the public business sector – Egypt

Purpose The current paper is aimed to explore the relationship between virtuous leadership (VL) dimensions and the dimensions of innovation management (IM) among employees in pharmaceutical companies of the public business sector – Egypt. Design/methodology/approach The current paper relied on the descriptive and analytical method and the survey paper in dealing with the paper variables. Participants for this paper consisted of (312) employees who completed a questionnaire that assessed VL and IM. Findings The results revealed that there is a positive, statistically significant relationship between VL and IM, Specifically, there is a positive effect of courage, justice and prudence on strategic innovation, a positive effect of courage, humanity and asceticism on technical innovation, and there is a positive effect of prudence, humanity and courage on management innovation. Practical implications The paper concluded that VL acts as an important tool that facilitates IM and promotes high levels of innovation for employees. Originality/value The current paper contributed to understanding the conditions in which employees of pharmaceutical companies have VL and provided additional guidance for effective practices of quality IM in pharmaceutical companies of the public business sector. In this study, a model was built to analyze the mechanism underlying the relationship between virtuous leadership and innovation management in pharmaceutical companies.

ABSORPTIVE CAPACITY FOR INNOVATION MANAGEMENT CONTROL: EMPIRICAL EVIDENCE FROM HYBRID PRODUCT-SERVICE BUNDLES

This paper examines the antecedents and consequences of a firm’s absorptive capacity for innovation management control (ACIMC). Absorptive capacity, defined as an organisational-level capability to identify, assimilate, and exploit external knowledge, has predominantly been applied to technological knowledge. In this paper, we focus on external knowledge in relation to innovation management control (IMC), a management task that combines innovation management and management control. In addition, we apply our conceptualisation of ACIMC to the development of hybrid offerings, consisting of product and service components. Results of a survey among companies in Europe support our hypotheses that ACIMC (with four dimensions: Acquisition, assimilation, transformation, and exploitation) indirectly influences financial and innovation performance through hybrid product-service IMC. This paper ends with recommendations for innovation management practice and theory.

Giving a Voice to Nurse Managers and Staff Nurses: A Two-Centres Multi-Method Research Protocol to Optimize Nurses’ Actual Scope of Practice

Introduction: Numerous studies have revealed that a limited time is devoted to value-added care activities that are part of nurses’ professional role (Déry et al., 2022). This has an impact on the performance of healthcare systems in terms of overall costs. The COVID-19 pandemic has put more pressure on healthcare organizations, on its nurse managers (NMs) and staff nurses. Objective: To mobilize key players in care units to propose effective and realistic strategies to facilitate the optimal deployment of nursing practice. Methods: This international research program encompasses 3 consecutive cross-sectional studies involving 2 healthcare centres: 1 in Canada and 1 in Switzerland. Study 1’s qualitative design will include focus groups with NMs. Study 2’s quantitative correlational design will survey staff nurses. Study 3 will include multiple meetings with NMs, staff nurses, clinical nurse specialists and educators (key players) to develop a logic model of intervention to propose effective and realistic strategies to facilitate the full deployment of nurses’ scope of practice. Discussion and Research Spin-offs: Study 1 will help describe the innovative management practices of NMs since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic and identify their support and educational needs. Study 2 will explore the perceptions of staff nurses regarding the work psychological climate and work recognition, their actual scope of practice, their professional satisfaction at work and their perception of the quality of care. Study 3 will take advantage of this new data and mobilize key players in the identification of improvement strategies adapted to their own reality.

ANALYSIS OF THE POSSIBLE IMPACT OF ROMANIAN AND HUNGARIAN UNIVERSITIES TO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

Economic development is associated with innovation, which is why the innovation management practices and systems of the universities became essential. This research aimed to benchmark five Romanian and Hungarian universities close to the Romanian-Hungarian border to identify the strengths and weaknesses of the different approaches.The benchmarking included economic data and indicators connected to the innovation of the five biggest universities along the border regions. The analysis was performed using data derived from The Higher Education Word Ranking and Eurostat. For the qualitative part, the web pages of the universities were analyzed.The research found that although the universities on the Hungarian side of the border seem more developed, regional economic development is stronger and more natural on the Romanian side of the border. According to the literature, it is clear that geographical factors play an important role in the development of innovation systems. The closing part of this paper makes an attempt to list the possible causes of the results.

Exploring the Role of Strategic Innovation Management Practices in Transforming State-Owned Enterprises in Malaysia: A Focus on Kuala Lumpur

Strategic Innovation Management is critical for firms that are in pursuit of improved efficiency and their reward is often an increase in their profits and their market share. Process of Strategic Innovation Management is strongly associated with organizational learning and refers to ability of organization to generate, accept and implement new ideas, processes, products or services. The primary goal of process innovation is to generate a notable increase in productivity or to drive down costs significantly. This approach can help organizations achieve major reductions in process cost, improvements in quality, service levels and other business objectives. Strategic Innovation Management is contributor to creation of new markets and products for the market, however even after the benefits of Strategic Innovation Management has been established the impact of Strategic Innovation Management on efficiency of State Owned Enterprises has remained misunderstood. The specific objectives of the study were; to establish the effect of Service innovation on the efficiency of State Owned Enterprises in Kuala Lumpur City, to establish the effect of product innovation on the Efficiency of State Owned Enterprises in Kuala Lumpur City. The study used a desk study review methodology where relevant empirical literature was reviewed to identify main themes. Result findings from literature-based review indicated that innovation had positive and significant influence on the efficiency of State Owned Enterprises. It was recommended that innovation information should be available particularly to regulatory and advisory bodies for guidance to the State Owned Enterprises on the need to craft and employ sound strategies geared towards continuously embracing innovativeness since innovation leads to improved financial efficiency. Keywords: Product Innovation, Service Innovation, Efficiency.

FINANCIAL SECURITY AS A COMPONENT OF ENSURING INNOVATIVE DEVELOPMENT OF AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION

The article explores the implementation of innovative management practices in the agro-industrial sector to modernize production processes. The article discusses the challenges faced by the agro-industrial sector in meeting the increasing demand for food and the need to improve efficiency and sustainability. The article also discusses the importance of collaboration between various stakeholders, including government agencies, industry players, and researchers, to foster innovation and ensure the successful implementation of these practices. The authors conclude that the adoption of innovative management practices in the agro-industrial sector is essential for modernization, sustainability, and meeting the increasing demand for food, and call for more research and investment in this area. The article focuses on the importance of modernization in the agro-industrial sector and the innovative management practices required to achieve this goal. The authors argue that innovation is critical to the success of the agro-industrial sector and provide examples of innovative practices being implemented in various countries. They also emphasize the importance of effective management practices in ensuring the successful implementation of these innovations. The article also discusses the role of management in ensuring the success of these innovative practices. The authors emphasize the importance of effective communication, collaboration, and leadership in implementing innovative practices and managing change.

Recycling of spent Oyster mushroom (Pleurotus ostreatus) sawdust waste for the production of Straw mushroom (Volvariella volvacea)

The cultivation of straw mushroom Volvariella volvacea has a long history and has undergone continuous development. Nevertheless, ongoing research aims to utilize various agricultural wastes to improve biological efficiency. In this study, we investigate a sustainable strategy that promotes the conversion to a circular economy by recycling spent mushroom substrate in new mushroom crops. Our research provides insight into reducing spent mushroom sawdust waste (SMSW) of Pleurotus ostreatus for application in Volvariella volvacea cultivation. We found that the optimal conditions for cultivating V. volvacea were at a temperature of 35.0℃ a humidity of 80-85%, resulting in an average growth rate of 10.60 cm and a total weight of fruit bodies of 0.77 kg, with a biological efficiency of approximately 15.47% within 15 days of cultivation. We discovered that the SMSW could be an alternative substrate for V. volvacea cultivation. Our findings can be applied to improve V. volvacea cultivation and practical applications in agriculture. By involving innovative waste management practices, this article can foster economic growth while preserving the environment for future generations. Therefore, this study contributes to significant socio-economic development and supports green economic policies by discussing the improvements from using SMSW.

Innovative Management in a Structural World: Commerce's Applied Mechanics Revolution

In the dynamic landscape of modern commerce, the integration of applied mechanics has ushered in an era of innovative management practices. This article explores how the principles of applied mechanics, traditionally rooted in physics and engineering, are revolutionizing decision-making processes in the business world. From addressing strategic inertia to balancing forces in commerce, achieving equilibrium in market dynamics, and optimizing risk management, applied mechanics provides a unique toolkit for navigating the complexities of a structural world. A case study in supply chain optimization exemplifies the tangible impact of applying mechanics to enhance efficiency. This transformative approach, rooted in the synergy between physical principles and business operations, is not merely an option but a necessity for organizations aiming to thrive amidst constant change.

Role of green innovation, green internal, and external supply chain management practices: a gateway to environmental sustainability

Amid rising environmental woes, this study investigates the influence of green innovation, green supply chain management (GSCM), and total quality management (TQM) on ecological sustainability. It also inspects the moderating effect of internal environmental management using primary data collected from 358 respondents from China’s manufacturing industry. The findings exhibit that GSCM (cooperation with the customers and green procurement) significantly and positively influences ecological performance. Besides, green innovations reassure environmental practices, while TQM illustrates an insignificant impact on environmental performance. The outcomes strongly support that internal environmental management significantly moderates the connection between customer cooperation and environmental performance. It offers a valuable suggestion for firms and policymakers.