Introduction.- The Evolution of Innovation Spaces From Inventors Workshops to Open Innovation Labs.- Why You Need an Open Innovation Lab.- What Is an Open Innovation Lab.- The Mindset of an Open Innovation Lab Innovation Paradigms and Inspiring Principles.- Key Resources Time Space and Facilitation.- Tools and Technologies of an Open Innovation Lab.- Categories of Open Innovation Labs.- Open Innovation Labs Management Model.- Open Innovation Labs for Innovation Capacity Development.- Open Innovation Labs in Practice.- Mistakes to Avoid and Critical Dimensions of Success.- Roadmap for Creating and Developing Open Innovation Labs.- The Future: Challenges and Opportunities.- References.

As co-authors and experts in Innovation Management and Knowledge Management, our collaborative work and collective experience highlight the significance of the book 'Open Innovation Labs: Unlocking Organizational Innovation Capacity’ for readers.
Combining our expertise, we have conducted extensive research and action-oriented studies, including interviews, on-site visits, and case analyses of numerous international innovation labs. Our joint efforts have allowed us to gain comprehensive insights into the transformative power of OILs and their impact on organizational innovation capacity.
Throughout our careers, we have developed and refined management models, frameworks, and practical toolboxes to implement and manage OILs effectively. These models have been tested in real-world settings, resulting in improved collaboration, accelerated innovation, and enhanced organizational value creation.
By co-authoring this book, we aim to present a cohesive and holistic perspective on the subject matter. Our collaborative work reinforces the book’s practical relevance and applicability, synthesizing multiple perspectives, experiences, and case studies from various innovation labs worldwide.
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