Using Organizational Mechanisms to Encourage Innovation.

Abstract

The concept that innovation can help improve organizational effectiveness is advanced. An examination of the organizational environment suggests that innovation is under-utilized within the corporate structure. The rationale for its not being used more extensively is modeled and discussed. It is proposed that an organizational mechanism can be designed, built, and used to initiate the changes needed to exploit innovation. Finally, how the mechanism effects the chief executive and the organization is analyzed and evaluated.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Sep 01, 1979
Accession Number
ADA078207

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  • Thomas Francis Sullivan

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  • Naval Postgraduate School

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  • Materials and Manufacturing Processes

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  • Behavior And Behavior Mechanisms
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  • Executives
  • Human Behavior
  • Management Personnel
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  • Motivation
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