Holistic innovation (HI) is a
visionary big-picture systems
approach to inventing,
synergizing, designing,
harmonizing, producing and
delivering complex innovative
value.
These seemingly disparate issues
must be
approached holistically,
synergized and integrated into a single overarching strategy if
they are to be mobilized in the quest for
growth.
The most famous example of
holistic innovation is described
in the Book of Genesis in the
Bible: “In the beginning God
created the Earth..." The Bible
describes the foundational act
of holistic creation where God
brings the heavens and earth
into existence from a formless
void, setting the stage for the
rest of the creation story,
which details light, waters,
land, and life.
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Holistic
Innovation is a "big picture" approach to
inventive creation A-to-Z/360.
HI emphasizes a visionary, harmonious, systemic,
and cross-functional method to innovation."
"Live innovation, get involved
in many innovative projects to
acquire a unique perspective on
the future, get a sense of the
holistic nature of change, and
learn how things evolve." ~
Tom Kelley,
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