Focus on: Strategy and Innovation in an Ambiguous World
In this issue, we explore strategy and innovation in an ambiguous world, including a new toolkit for uncertain environments, insights from Philips Lighting executives on shifting technologies and innovation in a recession, and perspectives from an inventor and executive on managing creativity. We also offer a free chapter of a book on making innovation work, and a set of upcoming programs that can help you succeed — no matter what lies ahead.
Articles
 Thought
Leaders I
Strategies for Ambiguity: Finding Opportunities in Uncertainty
Traditional business thinking views ambiguity and uncertainty as enemies of good management. But Wharton adjunct professor Paul Schoemaker points out that ambiguous and uncertain environments can offer tremendous opportunities — with the right tools and mindset. He offers six levers for profiting from uncertainty and ambiguity. More
 Thought Leaders II
Innovation in Recessions: Cranking Up the Oxygen
Rudy Provoost, CEO of Philips Lighting, discusses the challenge of the rise of LED lighting and the need to step up innovation during a recession, in an interview with Knowledge@Wharton during Wharton's Full Spectrum Innovation: Driving Organic Growth program. More
Senior Management
Fostering Invention: Keeping Innovation Ahead of the Curve
Inventor and leader Pete Pupalaikis, a graduate of Wharton's Advanced Management Program, discusses the factors that contribute to successful innovation. More
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School Publishing
Making Innovation Work
Making Innovation Work provides a rigorous approach to managing innovation used at companies such as HP and Toyota. It can help you drive growth and transform industries. Download a free chapter of the book. More
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