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🌟 From Insights to Impact: Navigating Digital Transformation with SMEs 🌟 🗓️ 26 June | 🕚 11:00-12:30 | 📍PS109 For too long, we've pushed technology to drive digital transformation in Europe, often overlooking the core: solving customer problems. This approach has fostered hesitation, skepticism, and even fear. It's time to change that narrative by focusing on customer and user issues, leveraging technology as a means to solve real problems. Join us for an engaging session where we'll explore: 🔹 Fostering Technology Adoption: How can we shift our approach to encourage technology uptake by addressing user and customer issues? 🔹 Leveraging Technology as a Toolbox: How can we effectively use technology to identify and tackle specific challenges? 🔹 Defining Problems and Utilizing Technology: How can we accurately define problems and use technology to solve them? Moderators: Guido Schwartze, Innovation Strategist & Business Model Builder, Christian-Albrechts-University Kiel Panelists: Mindaugas Kemzura, Technology Transfer Project Manager, Kaunas University of Technology Jadranka Lovrić, Senior Project Manager for EDIH CROBOHUB++, Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computing Henrik Welp, Innovation Strategist & Business Model Builder Mindaugas Bulota, Head of the National Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center, Kaunas University of Technology Nicté Garcia Soria, Project Manager INNDIH, RUVID Association Mirza Suljagic, Co-Founder and R&D Lead, Digital Innovation Hub - Digital Storm We look forward to seeing you there! Together, let's harness technology to create impactful solutions. 🚀 #DigitalTransformation #SMEs #Innovation #TechnologyAdoption #CustomerFocus #TechToolbox #ProblemSolving #InteractiveSession More about MDTWeek: Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Madeira Island, Portugal, this summit promises to be a convergence of minds, ideas, and opportunities. From June 20th to 28th, 2024, we'll come together to explore the latest trends, challenges, and solutions in digital transformation alongside the esteemed 30th ICE/IEEE ITMC Conference, EIT Health, NITIM Graduate School and CyberSecPro Project. Huge thanks to the organizers—UNINOVA, Universidade do Minho, Universidade Nova de Lisboa, Faculdade de Ciências e Tecnologia da Universidade NOVA de Lisboa, IDEA, IEEE, sec_ ieeetems and EIT Health—for their visionary leadership in bringing this summit to life. #MDTWeek #PanelSession #Workshop #summit #digitalSummit #madeira #portugal #madeiraisland #visitMadeira #madeirabelongstoall

🌍 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐔𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐧 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩 𝐨𝐧 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 🌿 In a world where sustainability and resilience challenges demand not just attention but action, the call for inter- and transdisciplinary research has never been louder. Across Denmark, universities are pioneering in sustainability research with a lens that crosses traditional boundaries, driven by a shared vision to create impactful solutions. But as we pour energy, resources, and passion into these endeavors, it's crucial we pause and reflect: How can we maximize the impact of our interdisciplinary efforts? The journey towards effective collaboration is filled with learnings that deserve to be shared and scaled. 🔍 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐬, 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 We're excited to invite you to an ambitious afternoon where we delve into the intricacies of interdisciplinary projects. This isn't just another seminar; it's a platform to share, reflect, and learn from each other's journeys. Inspired by the insights from the University of Copenhagen's Transformation Labs project, we aim to open a broader dialogue on enhancing our collective approach to interdisciplinary work. 🤝 𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐀𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐝: 𝐑𝐞𝐟𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐨𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: Explore the dynamics of participant obligations, expectations, and the freedom to innovate within interdisciplinary projects. 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐬: Gain insights from the Transformation Labs project, emphasizing the process, and how these lessons can inform future endeavors. 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐁𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬: Engage in a rich exchange of experiences and strategies to improve interdisciplinary engagements across various fields. 📅 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐃𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬: Theme: Working with Interdisciplinarity - Experiences and Ideas Date: 22 March, 2024 Time: 14:00-16:00 Location: Mærsk Tower, Faculty Lounge, 7.15.107a 📝 𝐒𝐢𝐠𝐧-𝐔𝐩 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: The event is open to all interested in inter- and transdisciplinary projects—whether you're deeply involved or simply curious. However, spaces are limited, and we operate on a "first come, first served" basis. Deadline for sign-up: 15 March 2024. Sign-up link: https://lnkd.in/dxJjiHE8 Don't miss this opportunity to contribute to shaping the future of interdisciplinary work in sustainability and resilience. Let's come together to share, learn, and inspire each other towards creating more impactful, inclusive, and innovative projects. We look forward to an afternoon of meaningful dialogue and shared insights. See you there!

🌃 When cities become living labs: How Ubiwhere’s solutions can contribute to building open innovation ecosystems. 💡 👉 Do you know what a Living Lab is? According to Beatriz Barateiro, Product Owner at Ubiwhere, “A Living Lab is an open innovation ecosystem in a real-life environment that uses iterative feedback processes throughout a lifecycle approach to innovation to create sustainable impact. The focus relies on co-creation, rapid prototyping, and testing to scale up innovations.“ ✍ ➡ This is what happened in Afurada, a peculiar area of Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal. Together with regional and technological partners, Ubiwhere was involved in the #AfuradaLivingLab for the past three years to test solutions within this particular scenario and community. The main objective is to promote a low-carbon economy and the sustainable development of the Afurada community. 📈 👉 Do you want to know the main challenges associated with developing Living Labs and how Ubiwhere contributes to the technological progress of the #AfuradaLivingLab? 📌 All the information and the answers are in our new Medium article! Do you have any plans for the next few days? 🔗 Check out and enjoy our article: https://lnkd.in/dNYCtFFi

Lately, time has flown by. I have been working on 5 active projects within the humanities and social sciences, focusing on finding new audience for the research, impact and commercialization. Open Entrepreneurship DK has established a task force for SHAPE, in which I am actively participating. It’s a unique collaboration across all universities, and I have the pleasure of working with a group of engaged and talented individuals. 🙌 We’ve initiated small projects that allow us to test and gain deeper insights into the needs within the humanities and social sciences. The potential for SHAPE is immense, and there are many funding opportunities. However, it can seem overwhelming for researchers. We are working on preparing funds and investors to understand what they can specifically request to attract the right cases. Conversely, we are also helping researchers to articulate the impact their research can have. I'm proud of what we’ve accomplished so far and have been reminded that you can’t directly compare STEM and SHAPE. I’ve also learned that there isn't resistance toward the humanities and social sciences; it’s our task to lead and be curious. By taking one case at a time, we can establish a shared understanding and define the desired impact. 💡 The next month is all about finalizing funding applications, and I'm looking forward to attending the Nordic Innovation Fair next week – perhaps I’ll see some of you there? Have a great day! ☀️ #SHAPE #SSH #commercialisation #TTO #humanities #socialscience

Throwback to the panel session I moderated last Thursday at the Omniverse summit, on Bridging the Gap between Academia/Research and the Innovation Ecosystem on the Topic “How to Promote a Research-Driven Innovation Ecosystem”. The session explored  the dynamic relationship between academia, research, and the innovation ecosystem! My Key Takeaways from the session includes: 1. Continuous Collaboration is Crucial: The conversation emphasized the urgent need for ongoing dialogue and enhanced collaboration between academia/research and the innovation ecosystem. As the world evolves rapidly, maintaining a constant flow of ideas and insights is essential to driving meaningful progress. 2. Research as the True Driver of Innovation: All panelists highlighted the pivotal role of research in steering innovation. Both fundamental and applied research were underscored as essential elements in the journey toward groundbreaking innovations. It’s not just about creating products; it’s about transforming the way we think, question, and explore new frontiers. 3.Proactive Corporate Support is Paramount: A resounding call emerged for the corporate world to take a more proactive stance in supporting researchers. Beyond traditional funding, there’s a need for innovation and endowment funds that empower researchers to pursue ambitious projects. This shift is critical in ensuring that innovative ideas have the resources they need to flourish. 4. Cultivating an Innovation Culture: Panelists emphasized the importance of fostering an innovation culture within organizations. This involves creating environments that encourage risk-taking, curiosity, and interdisciplinary collaboration. A culture that embraces failure as a steppingstone to success was deemed essential for nurturing a vibrant research-driven innovation ecosystem. 5. Global Collaboration for Impact: The conversation expanded to the global stage, with a call for increased international collaboration. By breaking down geographical barriers, sharing resources, and tapping into diverse perspectives, we can amplify the impact of research-driven innovations on a global scale. 6. Education's Role in Bridging Gaps: The panel delved into the role of education in bridging the gap between academia and the innovation ecosystem. Establishing programs that facilitate collaboration, mentorship, and real-world application of knowledge emerged as key initiatives to cultivate a future generation ready to drive innovation. In conclusion, the panel session reinforced the idea that a symbiotic relationship between academia, research, and the innovation ecosystem is not just beneficial but imperative. The journey towards a research-driven innovation ecosystem requires collective effort, bold initiatives, and a commitment to push the boundaries of what's possible. Excited to see the ripple effects of these discussions in shaping the future of innovation! #InnovationEcosystem #ResearchDrivenInnovation #OmniverseSummit 9

There's still a few spots left for OpenInnovation 💥 It's not too late to register for this year’s cross-disciplinary student innovation challenge! Once again, we are bringing more than 120 students from Copenhagen Business School, Københavns Universitet - University of Copenhagen and DTU - Technical University of Denmark together to power new solutions to how we can secure sustainable cities in the future 🌇 This year, we have teamed up with Ramboll Metroselskabet & Hovedstadens Letbane and the DTU Sustain lead project “Structural Reuse” – we can’t wait to unveil what challenges they have in store – we can’t wait to unveil what challenges they have in store 🚀 Save your spot – open-innovation.dk 🔗👈

In Catalonia we have been developing defining and testing the concept of shared agendas for 5 years now, combining and integrating multiple frameworks, methodologies and practices in collaboration with researchers and policy makers, in Catalonia and Europe. We have a debate about wether shared agendas are missions or not… Sometimes we talk about challenge-driven ecosystem-based missions. After reading the document from Ingrid Burkett from the Griffith Centre for Systems Innovation “Challenge-led Innovation. Organising for systems innovation at scale” (https://lnkd.in/dKq_eicX) I'm more inclined to characterise shared agendas as an example of challenge-led innovation, being their main aim “using various mechanisms to focus, align and direct innovation across diverse fields and sectors towards addressing the key issues of our times”: Main attributes of Challenge-led Innovation: 1. “Holding BOLD AMBITIONS FOR INNOVATION to move towards future states that provide fundamentally better outcomes for people, places and the planet 2. INTENTIONALLY USING A RANGE OF LEVERS to incentivise, enable, and sustain multiple innovations across and within the chosen systems context 3. Contributing to RETHINKING THE FUNDAMENTALS of how current systems and structures work, and support cultures that are open to new paradigms and possibilities 4.  Providing spaces and PLATFORMS THAT ENABLE DIVERSE ACTORS and stakeholders to convene around shared goals, harnessing their collective intelligence and acting in ways that have potential for better outcomes 5.  Establishing and maintaining mechanisms that ENABLE COHERENCE (such as networked governance and information flows) and connect innovations in ways that make the whole more productive than the sum of the parts” Very interesting the approach of portfolios of initiatives and projects as Learning Infrastructures, shifting the focus from goals and challenges towards “portfolios and projects as the engine rooms for a democratised approach to innovation”. Very relevant too “shifting measurement from downstream to upstream by moving away from targets which rely on lag indicators” towards progress in the desired directions, focusing on dynamics and on learning  (we are working on this with INGENIO (CSIC-UPV) and Transformative Innovation Policy Consortium (TIPC) using the transformative innovation outcomes). For sure 2024 will bring new conceptual and implementation developments! Núria Bayó Puxan Carla Oliva Morell Cynthia Echave Alejandra (Sandra) Boni Míriam Acebillo-Baqué Diana Velasco Jordi Molas-Gallart Michal Miedzinski Dimitrios Pontikakis Ferran Dalmau Chaimae Essousi Adrià Royes Anna Palli Güell Teresa Botargues Giron Víctor Falguera Xavier Gironès García M.Lluïsa Sort Garcia Xavier Ariño Gemma Domènech Costafreda Beatriz Rodriguez-Labajos Fernando Mérida Martín Joanne McNeill Américo Veloso Bento #S3 #catalonia #innovationpolicy

Appropriate collaborative spaces is the topic of my next Metropolia University of Applied Sciences blog. This came about as I have noticed both in the private and public sector that spaces can play a big role in creating the right environment for discussing and practicing topics such as creativity, innovation, problem solving, etc. I love the photo that the blog editors chose for this one. It reflects the situation for many in organisations that want to show/create more innovations but don't think that they need to do anything to the infrastructure or the tools that are available to create more innovators. Of course, the space is just one of these to consider. #innovators #innovations #business #HigherEducation #LearningSpaces #Learning #teaching #hiiltajatimanttia #metropolia TKI Metropolia RDI

DAY 5 of the OpenInnoTrain Summer School concluded with the culmination of the weeks intensive program in the form of 9 Team #Research Pitches. The 9 diverse teams (discipline, culture, academic experience, gender..) had strictly 5-minutes to deliver their pitch to our three brilliant reviewers, in front of the full Summer School cohort. The reviewers, listened to the pitches thoughtfully and expertly challenged the teams to think both deeply and broadly about their research project. In doing this, they unlocked diverse ways of seeing the same research problem, leveraging their own significant experience and expertise, to highlight critical aspects to consider through the frame of creating impact through their research. Everyone in the room learnt a great deal from both the pitches and the reviewer questions and comments! We sincerely thank all three reviewers for the generosity of their time, willingness to share their expertise, experience, and for offering us a window into how they think about, and approach, creating societal impact through research using an impact mindset. Kudos for leaving us all with much to think about Professor Anne-Laure Mention, Director, Global Business Innovation Enabling Impact Platform, RMIT University | OpenInnoTrain Chief Investigator extraordinaire; Emeritus Professor Sally Davenport MNZM, Director at Science for Technological Innovation (SfTI), Victoria University of Wellington; Ulrika Hurt, Lecturer Sustainable Value Chains (with significant experience in also working both for and with the European Commission) TalTech – Tallinn University of Technology University of Technology, TalTech. Avni Misra l PhD Kateryna Kryzhanivska Èlia Vallejos Formatgé Mari Avarmaa Merli Reidolf Margit Kull Ebru Metin, LL.M Koidu Saia European Research Executive Agency (REA)#openscience #openinnovation #H2020 #researchpitch #researchproject #H2020 #Horizon2020 #RISE

🎉 It’s a wrap! A week of inspiration and innovation at A Sustainable Tomorrow and TechBBQ 2024 🌍 What an incredible few days it’s been, starting with A Sustainable Tomorrow in Helsingborg, where we dove deep into the theme of #Dissonance - exploring the gap between knowledge and action in sustainability. We heard from brilliant speakers like Kata Nylén on how we can transform dissonance into resonance to drive real change, and youth ambassador Andreas Magnusson, who emphasized the importance of intergenerational dialogue for climate action. The future of #sustainability looks bright, with so many innovative ideas and collaborations in the pipeline. Helsingborg Innovation District and HETCH, participated in TechBBQ, deep-diving into tech, innovation and the entrepreneurship! From inspiring keynotes to networking with some of the brightest minds in the startup ecosystem, the focus on technology as a key driver of sustainable development was clear. The energy and forward-thinking solutions presented at TechBBQ are sure to leave a lasting impact on the future of tech and sustainability. These events have highlighted one clear message: innovation and sustainability must go hand in hand as we tackle the challenges of tomorrow. 💡 Looking forward to continue building on the insights and connections made! If we missed each other, feel free to reach out to us! Mindpark HETCH Parken: center för innovation Campus Helsingborg, Lunds universitet RecoLab #SustainableTomorrow #TechBBQ #Innovation #Sustainability #ClimateAction #DissonanceToResonance #TechForGood