What can organizations do to stay competitive to the general market and also attractive to the candidate market? How can companies thrive innovation and create a culture of innovation? In this episode we will talk exactly about that.
In this episode, we explore the concept of innovation—what it really means and how you can foster it within your organization. We start by breaking down innovation in processes and structures, highlighting how simplifying tools and workflows can lead to faster and better results, while also improving the work experience. Innovation isn’t just about flashy products; it’s about thinking differently and creating meaningful changes.
We dive into how to transition teams from the old to the new, focusing on reducing anxiety and encouraging a shift in mindset. A key aspect of this process? Communication, communication, communication. Whether it’s helping teams adjust to new processes or involving colleagues in the feedback loop, open communication is essential to making innovation work.
We’ll also discuss the challenges that come with change management, including how to navigate resistance and ensure that transitions are as smooth as possible. Innovation isn’t just about external products but about internal transformation too—rethinking budgets, balancing costs versus usage, and managing resources efficiently.
What does it really mean when management says, “We want to be innovative?” We take a deep dive into the expectations from leadership, examining what they’re willing to invest in and who should really be defining innovation—whether it’s the customer or the organization itself.
This episode offers practical insights into fostering an innovative environment, managing transformation, and aligning R&D projects and internal processes to truly meet the needs of both your team and your customers.
Dr. Zita K. Lucius is a Senior Innovation Manager at Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy, overseeing innovation activities within the offshore business unit, such as building innovation strategies, leading innovative technology projects, and conducting workshops with technical experts. Her praxis-oriented research focuses on innovation, spaces for innovation, and organizational culture. Prior, she worked at Schaeffler, where she was responsible for innovation in the Automotive Aftermarket business division, building an ecosystem for innovation, including processes and structures, innovation projects and customer engagement for product feedback. She completed her doctoral research at the Hamburg University of Technology, investigating organizational culture's impact on creativity. Zita also holds honorary positions with JCI Hamburg and the Big & Growing New Work Festival Hamburg, advocating for new work, inclusive work environments and innovation.
