Best References Materials on Innovations

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More on this in our Series on Innovation Basics

Books

  • “The Innovator’s Dilemma” by Clayton M. Christensen
  • “Innovator’s Solution” by Clayton M. Christensen
  • “Creative Confidence” by Tom Kelley and David Kelley
  • “Zero to One” by Peter Thiel
  • “The Lean Startup” by Eric Ries
  • “Design Thinking: Integrating Innovation, Customer Experience, and Brand Value” by Thomas Lockwood

Academic Journals

Online Platforms and Websites

Podcasts

  • How I Built This” by NPR: Interviews with entrepreneurs and innovators.
  • The Tim Ferriss Show“: Features interviews with successful individuals across various fields.
  • “Innovation Hub” by WGBH: Discusses the impact of technology on society.

Innovation Frameworks and Models

  • Design Thinking: Stanford d.school and IDEO have resources on this human-centered design approach.
  • Lean Startup: Eric Ries’s methodology for developing businesses and products.
  • TRIZ (Theory of Inventive Problem Solving): A problem-solving and innovation methodology.

Government and Industry Reports

Reports from organizations like the World Economic Forum, OECD, and national innovation agencies can provide insights into global and regional innovation trends.

OECD

ISO

Networking and Conferences

Attend innovation conferences, such as the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), Web Summit, or local events focused on technology and entrepreneurship.

Conference Index

ISPIM

World Open Innovation Conference

Blogs and Online Communities

Follow blogs and participate in communities focused on innovation, entrepreneurship, and emerging technologies.

About the authors

Dr. Alan Mitchell is a leading expert in innovation strategy, as a guest writer for our upcoming Innovation Strategy Series. With his extensive experience and practical insights, Dr. Mitchell will provide valuable guidance and thought-provoking content. Stay tuned for his expert insights as we explore the dynamic world of innovation strategy together.