Applying innovation / David O'Sullivan, Lawrence Dooley.

Includes bibliographical references (pages 378-382) and index.

Defining innovation -- Managing innovation -- Processing innovation -- Analyzing environments -- Defining objectives -- Measuring indicators -- Creating ideas -- Managing projects -- Developing products -- Balancing portfolios -- Leading innovation -- Building teams -- Motivating performance -- Managing knowledge -- Building communities -- Extending innovation -- Appendices : Sample innovation plan and innovation activities.

"Applying Innovation combines the key ingredients from areas including innovation management, strategic planning, performance measurement, creativity, project portfolio management, performance appraisal, knowledge management, and teams to offer an easily applied recipe for enterprise growth. The authors map the main concepts of the innovation process to create a clear, understandable framework - the innovation funnel." "Applying Innovation is designed for undergraduate and graduate courses such as Innovation Management, Project Management, Strategic Planning, and Performance Management in the fields of business, science, and engineering. This book appeals to instructors who want to reduce the "chalk and talk" and increase the hands-on practicality of their courses in innovation management."--Jacket.