ISPIM Innovation

Speaker: Prof. Dr. Henning Breuer of Media University Berlin, interviewed by Lucija Barisic of ISPIM

In the podcast episode "How can organizations turn sustainability strategies into daily practices?", Henning Breuer delves into key insights from literature and empirical studies on Sustainable Innovation Cultures. He explores how these cultures should be designed, developed, and nurtured to consistently foster sustainable innovation. Breuer also discusses practical examples, including collaborative activities with a large French manufacturer, to demonstrate an effective approach to embedding sustainability into everyday organizational practices. The conversation provides valuable perspectives on transforming sustainability strategies into tangible, regular outcomes.

Acknowledgements 

Thanks to our experts and to everybody who contributed to the projects (www.impact-project.site and www.sf4s-project.com). These projects have been funded with support from the European Commission. This publication reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.

Project numbers: IMPACT: 621672-EPP-1-2020-1-DE-EPPKA2-KA / SF4S Project ID: 101056410

 In this episode, we host an in-depth conversation with Theresa Hannig, a German science fiction author and recent recipient of the Seraph award for her novel "Pantopia." Joining her is Henning Breuer, a professor and innovation consultant, who discusses the intersection of science fiction and sustainable business models. They delve into Theresa's novel "Pantopia," exploring its portrayal of a sustainable future and its implications for real-world sustainability strategies. The discussion also covers the role of science fiction in shaping public perception of sustainability and the use of narrative techniques in developing future scenarios. This episode provides valuable insights for those interested in the potential of science fiction to inspire sustainable innovation and strategic foresight. 

Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.

Project title: Strategic Foresight for Sustainability /SF4S

Project №: 101056410 - SF4S

IMPACT podcast features an engaging conversation with an innovation expert from TÜV Nord Mobility. Discover how organizations can break down barriers to sustainable innovation, harness the power of ethnography, and empower employees to drive sustainability-oriented innovation. Explore the crucial role of leadership and team building in aligning personal and organizational values for a brighter, more sustainable future. Additionally, don't miss our theses on fostering values-based innovation cultures for lasting business impact.

This communication reflects the views only of the authors, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.

Presentation by Prof Dr Andreas Suchanek, Professor of Economic and Business Ethics at HHL in Leipzig.

The IMPACT project contributes to the EU’s Agenda for a better Circular Economy which we can think of as one that prioritises sustainable growth, job creation and innovation. Visit the IMPACT project website at https://www.impact-project.site.

Co-funded by the Erasmus Plus Programme. Project Number: 621672-EPP-1-2020-1-DE-EPPKA2-KA

This communication reflects the views only of the authors, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.

Established companies try to cooperate with start-ups, build their own, or try to imitate their mindsets. Do they make decisions like expert entrepreneurs? Effectuation theory describes entrepreneurial decision-making, it has been popular in entrepreneurship research for the last two decades, but still under-explored in innovation management.

This mixed-methods study, including FSQCA and NCA, of 328 respondents from coworking spaces the USA, Germany, and China identifies configurations of institutional patterns on work satisfaction associated with a sense of community, autonomy, participation, linkage multiplicity and mutual knowledge creation. High work satisfaction can occur in three different configurations related to a) agility housing, b) knowledge housing, and c) social housing. Our findings contribute to how incumbent firms and coworking spaces can influence work satisfaction and empower innovation and entrepreneurial performance.

This session is offered in collaboration with the Erasmus Research Institute of Management (ERIM) NCA https://www.erim.eur.nl/necessary-condition-analysis/

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