Stories of Innovation

Innovation as a future-skill The International Standards Office, in Geneva, has recently released an innovation standard, reflecting the growing interest from organisations in developing sustainable innovation approaches. The demand for innovation skills is also on the rise – organisations want their people to develop ideas and turn them into value...

Throughout history, a lack of career readiness and workforce development have stunted the advancement of society and its ability to overcome challenges. Take, for example, the industrial revolution where we witnessed mass migration to the North for factory jobs, the call for nurses and doctors in our healthcare system as...

The Estonian material technology company KIUD, founded in 2022, is addressing two major global waste problems simultaneously: textile waste and packaging waste. The company has developed a patented mechanical process to transform synthetic and mixed textile waste into rigid, reusable packaging — offering a sustainable alternative to cardboard and plastic....

La création de l’organisation s’est faite en 2018, à la suite d’un processus de consultation et de concertation régional, pour établir le positionnement adéquat de l’organisation. La complémentarité de la mission de l’organisation avec l’ensemble des partenaires de l’écosystème de développement et d’innovation en région a permis de conclure à...

Nestled in the heart of Georgia, the University of West Georgia (UWG) stands as a beacon of innovation and research, setting the stage for a future in which creativity and entrepreneurial spirit thrive. As the seventh-largest public university in the state, UWG is not just an institution of higher learning;...

The Centre’s team of 60 people, including 10 to 15 college and university students per year, focuses on applied research and technology transfer to support the growth and strategic positioning of companies with activities related to metal processing. In addition to providing advanced training in metallurgy and non-destructive testing, the...

WHO WE ARE The Varsity Esports Foundation is a global non-profit organization established to offer financial assistance to schools and to provide a pipeline for students to reach their potential through esports. We strive to increase literacy around the esports industry’s positive impact on healthy lifestyles, mental health, community, and...

Subsidiary of one of the world’s largest commercial vehicle OEMs, Volvo do Brasil has a track record marked by the development of innovative solutions in the passenger and cargo transportation sector in the country. Curitiba, the city chosen by OEM to be the location of its operations on the continent...

Shadman Hossain, Manager of Emerging Technologies Practice at CGI Federal, is playing a key role in bringing Web3 technology to government. As a leader in the fi eld of digital transformation, CGI Federal specializes in providing cutting-edge technology solutions to government and commercial clients. Hossain, with his expertise in emerging...

Recognized worldwide for its commitment to innovation, investment in research and development (R&D), as well as its broad commitment to sustainability, Bosch provides innovative solutions for the Mobility, Industrial Technology, Consumer Goods, Energy and Construction Technology sectors. For 70 years in Brazil, Bosch has been recognized in the national market...

OUR PURPOSE IS POSSIBILITY. AT MARSH, THE IDEA OF POSSIBILITY ISN’T JUST SOMETHING WE TALK ABOUT — IT’S SOMETHING WE’VE LIVED FOR OVER 150 YEARS. We help our clients and colleagues grow — and our communities thrive — by protecting and promoting Possibility. We seek better ways to manage risk...

Chamonix IT Solutions has been South Australia’s trusted partner in digital transformation for the past 13 years, working with businesses across a range of industries to ensure they stay ahead of the game. Delivering high value, tangible outcomes for customersFounded in 2010 with a strong commitment to enabling businesses to...

Something exciting is happening in northeastern New Brunswick. A new wave of economic development is taking shape, blending the region’s traditional strengths with fresh, forward-thinking initiatives. At the heart of this transformation is Imagine Chaleur, the regional economic development agency for the Chaleur Region, working to create a thriving business...

Innovation is a key element that not only facilitates but also provides significant advantages in the customer experience. In the contemporary landscape, where the pursuit of new technologies and disruptive approaches is relentless, visionary companies stand out by incorporating innovation into every aspect of their operations. Club Athletico Paranaense is...

ROZVELT is a bold new force in Canadian outdoor innovation — a Quebec-based startup rewriting the rules of scent control in hunting and wildlife observation. Founded in 2024 by Nicholas Monette (CEO) and George Korkejian (COO), Rozvelt was born from a simple but overlooked truth: while most scent-masking gear focuses...

Accenture is a global professional services organization, a leader in digital, cloud, and security capabilities. Combining an unparalleled experience with a strong specialization in more than 40 sectors of activity, it offers a wide range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology, and operations, supported by the largest worldwide...

Having been based in the municipality of Oeiras for some years, in 2017, due to spatial limitations resulting from our growth and consequent creation of new jobs, we sought to unite with those in similar areas of entrepreneurship, in order to seek spaces for rent. Because of our strong, coworking...

In July 2010, nine inches of rain fell in a very short amount of time, filling the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District’s (MMSD) service area pipes with some 64 billion gallons of water. A storm of this severity is only likely to occur once every 500 years, but the frequency is...

Since 1947, Denmark Technical College has been a lifeline for education and economic mobility in South Carolina’s rural corridor. Established as a training center for African American veterans returning from World War II, Denmark Tech has grown into a proud HBCU with a legacy of service, resilience and transformation. For...

Students come to the Arthur L. Irving Entrepreneurship Centre from all disciplines and for many reasons. Some come with an idea they want to test. Others come to learn the habits and skills of an entrepreneurial mindset – skills like agility, resiliency, design thinking, and leadership. Some come looking for...

Having placed climate change at the centre of our strategy, Sasol has committed to bold targets that will enable South Africa’s nationally determined contribution (NDC) by reducing our emissions by 30% by 2030 and achieving Net Zero by 2050. The innovative commercialisation of Hydrogen is a core lever in enabling...

What’s in a name?In this case – everything! Warona is a Setswana pronoun, which translates to “ours” in English. The fact of the matter is the law is “ours” – all of us, made by us to govern and protect us. It also happens to be the middle name of...

When the future of work spilled out of traditional offices and into vibrant spaces where community mattered as much as connectivity, Spark Coworking emerged as a beacon for entrepreneurs, creatives, and innovators. Launched in 2016 by The Cordish Companies, Spark has grown into a national network of collaborative workspaces –...

THE LEADER IN DATA INTELLIGENCECollibra helps our customers do more with trusted data. Our Data Intelligence Platform brings flexible governance, continuous quality and built-in privacy to the world’s leading brands. Headquartered in New York City and Brussels, we work with 700+ customers worldwide and partner with the most innovative companies....