How we do it.
Listening.
We strive to provide solutions to pressing problems at scale. This is only possible if all stakeholders lead an open dialogue on what we want to become in the future.
Thinking in networks.
We think in interconnected and interdependent systems to make sense of a world with exponentially increasing complexity.
Dynamic problem solving.
Instead of trying to come up with quick fixes, we continuously evaluate each problem solving activity against its contribution to the long-term vision.
Collaborating to success.
We believe all pieces of the puzzle are already there. What is needed is fostering common purpose and shared values across organisations to maximise impact.
How the level of innovation determines the long-term resilience of an economy
What is system innovation?
System innovation is a combination of radical innovation and disruptive innovation. Radical innovation implies a change in technical competencies whereas disruptive innovation requires new business models.
Why is system innovation important to my organisation?
If we want to achieve the target of the Paris Agreement, system innovation is what is needed. But equally as important, thinking about how system innovation applies to your organisation in the context of sustainability should secure you a long-term strategic competitive advantage.
Why system thinking?
The easiest way to understand systemic thinking is by imagining a chessboard where all players are connected underneath. Under these circumstances it is impossible to move one player without moving all others.
The same holds for any type of organisation in today’s interconnected economy. Sticking to linear thinking and tight organisational boundaries will at best result in a lost strategic opportunity. But at worst it will result in an unexpected breakdown of the entire organisation.
Linear thinking is not suited for persistent problems. Problems of this type are unstructured, have an impact on different levels of scale, involve a diverse set of stakeholders with different perspectives, inhibit high uncertainty in terms of future outcomes, require a long-term management approach, and they are rooted in different societal domains.
Thinking in interrelated and interdependent systems across dimensions