In order to survive in this fast-changing business landscape, organisations are required to innovate at every stage. This specifically applies to start-ups. Entrepreneurs with a new business in hand need to focus on new ways to innovate from day one, till the time their business matures into a full-fledged organisation. Even then the quest for innovation should not be stopped!
Technologists often argue over the fact that the invention of new things requires time out of the general schedule however, companies that are successful today, seem to do it on a regular basis and maybe this is why they are deemed ‘successful’.
A lot has already been said on the process of innovation in an organisation, but owing to its intricate nature, most of it is left loose without much being absorbed by businesses.
Therefore, below we have simplified some common principles that certainly spell innovation:
No risk translates into no zeal towards innovation
Business world operates with a lot of uncertainties. Uncertainties in sales, in revenue, in expansion, in a business deal etc. Therefore, it is understood that not every idea you come up with will be a winner. It might seem like a risk, however what if it turned out to be something other than what you expected it to be? Without taking a risk you are simply letting a possibility pass by. Who knows it may have the potential to transform your whole business? Fear of failure kills the vibe of innovation.
Formal Process for Developing New Product
There is always a team in an organisation that works towards finding new ways to innovate company processes. If your business does not have any innovation team, chances of your business getting outmoded stand high.
An organisation should have a team, which works as per formalised timelines and milestones. This helps in the prioritisation of tasks, and set a realistic deadline for everything. A more organised approach towards innovation, proliferates the actual chances of innovating.
Taking Ownership
Innovation is surely achieved through a collective effort however, it requires ownership. It is imperative that an organisation should have a leader, who has the ability and a good rapport with fellow teammates to persuade them in taking calculated risks and work outside of one’s comfort zone.
