to innovation. However, if looking back in history, it becomes clear that extraordinary events have always led to radical innova ons and major developments. Today, developments from these periods dominate companies and entire industries. Even in the present situa on, opportunies are opening up - despite all the tragedy. Clearly, digi za on is drawing further development dimensions. Small steps are evident in many sectors. Perhaps there are already great innova ons in the making, which are not yet obvious. Right now, there are many unconventional ways to promote innova on, from design sprint to coopera on with innova ve ecosystems or the crea on of new innovation cultures. It takes courage, commitment, persistence and a good por on of op mism!
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AUTHOR Dr. Lothar Stadler, 44, is an entrepreneur from Austria, a former sales executive in the machinery and railway industry, and lecturer at Vienna University of Economics and Business. He provides services in global sales for technology-driven customers and adds value in innova on programs. Lothar.stadler@explorvent.com www.explorvent.com
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