Welcome back to GovCon Unscripted! I’m your host, Chelsea Meggitt, and in this episode, I sit down with Todd Packer, Principal Consultant at Todd Packer Associates, and Harlan Bennett, CEO of Ever Evolving Inc., to discuss innovation management and how businesses can structure their processes to stay competitive in GovCon.

We dive into:

• Why innovation needs structure and how the ISO 56000 framework helps.
• The biggest mistakes businesses make when trying to scale innovation.
• How small businesses can balance agility with repeatable processes.

If you're looking to streamline innovation, drive efficiency, and create a sustainable GovCon business, this episode is packed with actionable insights!

[00:00] - Chelsea introduces Todd Packer & Harlan Bennett and their expertise in innovation management.

[04:30] - Why businesses struggle with scaling innovation effectively.

[08:15] - The ISO 56000 innovation framework and its role in GovCon.

[12:45] - How small businesses can implement structured innovation without stifling creativity.

[16:00] - Common pitfalls GovCon companies face when trying to innovate.

[22:00] - How repeatable innovation can be a competitive advantage.

[26:30] - Advice for companies looking to improve their innovation strategy.

• Chelsea’s LinkedIn Profile
• Todd Packer’s LinkedIn Profile
• Todd Packer & Associates LinkedIn Page
• Harlan Bennett’s LinkedIn Profile
• Ever Evolving Inc. Website