Innovation Ecosystems

In an era of constant disruption, innovation is no longer optional-it is essential for survival. In Innovation Ecosystems, organizational transformation expert Ilene Fischer presents a practical model for embedding innovation into the DNA of an organization while creating workplaces where employees feel energized, purposeful, and engaged. Drawing on decades of experience and her work with management pioneers Tom Peters and Peter Senge, Fischer introduces a dynamic seven-phase innovation process-Release; Align and Frame; Establish Infrastructure; Ideate; Pitch; Integrate and Test; and Acknowledge, Learn, and Celebrate. The model engages employees at every level, helping teams collaborate more effectively, generate bold ideas, and turn them into meaningful business results. Combining insights from design thinking and systems thinking, the methodology can be applied to challenges ranging from strategic initiatives and product development to cultural integration during mergers and acquisitions. Featuring insights from forty-five leading thinkers across industries, Accelerating Innovation offers leaders a clear, actionable framework for building resilient organizations where innovation thrives and people find genuine purpose in their work.