Innovation Strategy

This module equips ENVRIs with a structured framework to develop and implement an innovation strategy that aligns with scientific, societal, and economic objectives. By fostering collaboration within the innovation ecosystem, it enhances ENVRIs' competitiveness and sustainability. This Innovation Strategy module provides the foundation for doing so, outlining how ENVRIs can plan, implement, and assess innovation in alignment with their scientific missions, stakeholder needs, and long-term institutional goals.

This module is designed to help ENVRIs:

The module is organized into three interconnected phases, each comprising specific tools, templates, and methods that can be tailored to the unique context of each ENVRI:

  1. Strategy Development – Establishes the vision, priorities, and strategic focus areas for innovation. It ensures innovation activities are purpose-driven, aligned with institutional goals, and responsive to internal capabilities and external opportunities.
  2. Implementation – Translates strategy into action through selected innovation models (e.g., Agile, Stage-Gate), roadmaps, and resource planning. This phase focuses on execution, adaptability, and stakeholder engagement.
  3. Assessment – Enables continuous tracking of innovation progress and impact through KPIs, readiness levels, and portfolio analysis. It supports evidence-based decision-making and helps organizations adapt strategy as needed.

References

Relevant Tool Reference

Innovation Strategy

Pisano, G. P. (2015, June). You Need an Innovation Strategy. Harvard Business Review. https://hbr.org/2015/06/you-need-an-innovation-strategy

SWOT & PESTLE Strategy Tools Template

Business Model Foundry AG. (n.d.). Strategy Tools Template. www.businessmodelgeneration.com/canvas.

Strategic Planning Template

Raman, S. (n.d.). How to write a strategic plan. https://www.kainoscaribbean.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/How-to-Write-a-Strategic-Plan.pdf

Introduction to Open Innovation

Alison Ipswich. (n.d.). Open Innovation: Strategies, Benefits, and Future Trends. Traction Technology. Retrieved November 25, 2025, from https://www.tractiontechnology.com/blog/open-innovation-strategies-benefits-and-future-trends

How to Create a Stakeholder Map

Bryan Kitch. (2025, September 8). How to create a stakeholder map [templates & examples]. Mural. https://www.mural.co/blog/stakeholder-mapping

Innovation Health Assessment Tool

The Cyprus Institute. (2024, March). List Innovation Health Assessment.

The 4 Innovation Types Document

F.Dieffenbacher, S. (2024, April 9). The Four Types of Innovation and Their Impact on Business Success. Digital Leadership. https://digitalleadership.com/blog/types-of-innovation/

Business Model Canvas (BMC)

Strategyzer. (2025, February). Business Model Canvas. https://www.strategyzer.com/library/the-business-model-canvas

Innovation landscape map

Harvard Business Review. (2015, June). The Innovation Landscape Map. https://hbr.org/data-visuals/2015/06/the-innovation-landscape-map

Innovation Charter Template

Project Charter Tool Description. (n.d.). Retrieved November 25, 2025, from https://view.officeapps.live.com/op/view.aspx?src=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wipo.int%2Ftisc%2Fen%2Fdocs%2Ftisc-toolkit-project-charter-description.docx&wdOrigin=BROWSELINK

Strategy/Product Roadmap Template

Smartsheet. (n.d.). MULTIPLE PRODUCT ROADMAP. Retrieved November 25, 2025, from https://view.officeapps.live.com/op/view.aspx?src=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.smartsheet.com%2Fsites%2Fdefault%2Ffiles%2FIC-Multiple-Product-Roadmap-Template-8664.xlsx&wdOrigin=BROWSELINK