Contents

Chapters in this book

1. Frontmatter I
2. Dedication V
3. Dedication V
4. Contents V
5. Introduction XIII
6. A Philosopher’s Preface XVII
7. Part I: A Change Agent’s Learning Stories
8. Part I: A Change Agent’s Learning Stories 1
9. Chapter 1 The One More Thing: The Power of Promoters 5
10. Chapter 2 Standing on the Shoulders of Giants: A Traveler’s Log to the Innovation Journey 9
11. Chapter 3 Industrial Challenges and Academic Theories Start Dancing a Tango 44
12. Chapter 4 The New Importance of Collaborating in Dedicated Innovation Ecosystems 56
13. Chapter 5 Ambidexterity 62
14. Part II: The Philosopher of Reflective Practice
15. Part II: The Philosopher of Reflective Practice 77
16. Chapter 6 Findings from Sociocultural Ecosystems—The Human Side of Innovation 81
17. Chapter 7 The Spiritual Dimension of Innovation 85
18. Chapter 8 From Rigid Systems to Inclusive Tribal Leadership—Eye-Opening Moments 91
19. Chapter 9 Imagining the Future: Possibility Thinking, Prophecy, and the Power of Inner Images 99
20. Chapter 10 The New Role of Futuring and Foresighting 108
21. Chapter 11 Multilevel Value Creation and AI—Potential Antagonists 113
22. Chapter 12 The Importance of Systemic Thinking 125
23. Chapter 13 Navigating the AI Epoch: Balancing Disruption with Human Dignity 137
24. Part III: The Advocate
25. Part III: The Advocate 149
26. Chapter 14 The Quintessence of Deep Learning 153
27. Chapter 15 Homo Innovaticus: A New Release of Homo Sapiens 163
28. Chapter 16 The Innovation Approach of the Homo Innovaticus 175
29. Chapter 17 HOMO INNOVATICUS for Beginners 189
30. Chapter 18 The Basic Core Tools of the Homo Innovaticus 202
31. Chapter 19 The Ultimate Destination: The Feeling of Connection and Safety 209
32. Words of Thanks
33. Bibliography
34. Index