Practical Tools. Confident Leadership. Successful Projects.
Delivering innovation projects takes more than just timelines and task lists. It calls for a different approach—one that embraces uncertainty, encourages new ideas and links activity to strategic goals.
Our Managing Innovation Projects Training equips your team members with the practical tools and thinking needed to lead and contribute to innovative projects.
This training programme is for people responsible for any stage of the innovation process—from idea generation through to delivery. We focus on managing change, adapting quickly and building the right structures around innovation efforts to get better results.
Who It’s For
- Innovation teams running projects linked to new products, services or business model change
- Project managers working with various stakeholders across business functions
- Innovation managers needing to embed effective innovation management in their teams
- Senior management and innovation leads aligning innovation initiatives to strategic objectives
- Technology organisations adopting new technologies or artificial intelligence
What’s Covered
Foundations of Innovation Project Management
We start with the first step: defining a clear objective and understanding the importance of innovation within your organisational culture and strategy. You’ll learn the best way to approach innovation projects in fast-moving or uncertain environments.
Managing the Entire Innovation Process
We explore how to manage different types of innovation projects, from early-stage idea generation to scaling up. Participants look at innovation goal setting, risk management, and how to maintain momentum while working with matrix teams and remote teams.
Tools and Approaches
You’ll be introduced to innovation management software and idea management tools that support real-time collaboration and feedback loops. These help teams navigate various challenges without losing focus on the end goal.
Innovation Metrics and Measurement
Standard KPIs don’t always apply. We cover key performance indicators that track learning, value creation and customer demand. This helps tie innovation investments back to business strategy and potential impact.
Resource and Portfolio Management
We look at innovation portfolio management and resource management approaches that support a sustainable culture of innovation. Teams learn how to manage the right balance of short-term wins and long term growth across a mix of innovation initiatives.
Leading for Innovation
Leadership makes the difference. We help project managers and senior leaders build the necessary resources, clear vision and organisational structure that support effective innovation management.
Practical Application
Throughout, we use case studies, examples of innovation and real-life scenarios. Participants learn from different perspectives, share creative ideas and test approaches in a safe space. Whether you’re dealing with disruptive innovation, new things or ongoing continuous improvement, you’ll leave with tools you can use right away.
Format
Delivered as a workshop, course series or part of a broader programme, this training is flexible to your needs. It’s especially valuable for teams going through tipping points in innovation delivery or working across different time zones, functions or service provider relationships.
Outcomes
- Clear understanding of innovation project management and structured innovation process methods
- Practical tools to plan and deliver innovation projects aligned with strategic goals
- More confident, capable teams who understand their specific roles and responsibilities
- Better collaboration and decision-making using real-time data and open innovation approaches
- Improved integration of innovation processes with broader audience and organizational culture
- A stronger foundation for sustainable growth and future horizons of growth
Let’s Talk
If you want to get your innovation efforts on the right track, strengthen your project delivery, and unlock the best ideas across your teams, we can help. Contact us to discuss the right structure and training for your organisation.
