Innovation in the Public and Nonprofit Sectors
A Public Solutions Handbook
By Ed Gibson, Patria De Lancer Julnes | Publisher: Taylor and Francis
About the book
In the organizational context, the word \"innovation\" is often associated with private sector organizations, which are often perceived as more agile, adaptable, and able to withstand change than government agencies and nonprofit organizations. But the reality is that, while they may struggle, public and nonprofit organizations do innovate. These organizations must find ways to use shrinking resources effectively, improve their performance, and achieve desirable societal outcomes. Innovation in the Public Sector provides alternative frameworks for defining, categorizing, and studying innovation in government and in the nonprofit sector.
Through a diverse collection of international case studies, this book broadens the discussion of innovation in public and nonprofit organizations, demonstrating the hurdles organizations face and examining the technological advances and managerial ingenuity innovators use to achieve their goals, both within and beyond the boundaries of the innovating organization. The chapters shed light on key issues including:
- how to conceptualize innovation;
- how organizations decide between competing good ideas;
- how to implement innovation;
- how to contend with challenges to innovation;
- how to judge success in innovation
This book provides current and future public managers with the understanding and skills required to manage change and innovation, and is essential reading for all those studying public management, public administration, and public policy.
Editions of Innovation in the Public and Nonprofit Sectors
- EBook
- ISBN 9781317416418
- PDF
- ISBN 9781317416425
Read an Excerpt
In the organizational context, the word \"innovation\" is often associated with private sector organizations, which are often perceived as more agile, adaptable, and able to withstand change than government agencies and nonprofit organizations. But the reality is that, while they may struggle, public and nonprofit organizations do innovate. These organizations must find ways to use shrinking resources effectively, improve their performance, and achieve desirable societal outcomes. Innovation in the Public Sector provides alternative frameworks for defining, categorizing, and studying innovation in government and in the nonprofit sector.
Through a diverse collection of international case studies, this book broadens the discussion of innovation in public and nonprofit organizations, demonstrating the hurdles organizations face and examining the technological advances and managerial ingenuity innovators use to achieve their goals, both within and beyond the boundaries of the innovating organization. The chapters shed light on key issues including:
- how to conceptualize innovation;
- how organizations decide between competing good ideas;
- how to implement innovation;
- how to contend with challenges to innovation;
- how to judge success in innovation
This book provides current and future public managers with the understanding and skills required to manage change and innovation, and is essential reading for all those studying public management, public administration, and public policy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Innovation in the Public and Nonprofit Sectors about?
In the organizational context, the word \"innovation\" is often associated with private sector organizations, which are often perceived as more agile, adaptable, and able to withstand change than government agencies and nonprofit organizations. But the reality is that, while they may struggle, public and nonprofit organizations do innovate. These organizations must find ways to use shrinking resources effectively, improve their performance, and achieve desirable societal outcomes. Innovation in the Public Sector provides alternative frameworks for defining, categorizing, and studying innovation in government and in the nonprofit sector.
Through a diverse collection of international case studies, this book broadens the discussion of innovation in public and nonprofit organizations, demonstrating the hurdles organizations face and examining the technological advances and managerial ingenuity innovators use to achieve their goals, both within and beyond the boundaries of the innovating organization. The chapters shed light on key issues including:
- how to conceptualize innovation;
- how organizations decide between competing good ideas;
- how to implement innovation;
- how to contend with challenges to innovation;
- how to judge success in innovation
This book provides current and future public managers with the understanding and skills required to manage change and innovation, and is essential reading for all those studying public management, public administration, and public policy.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Innovation in the Public and Nonprofit Sectors?
Society and Social Sciences > Politics and government
Where can I read a sample of Innovation in the Public and Nonprofit Sectors?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781317416418
Is Innovation in the Public and Nonprofit Sectors part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series The Public Solutions Handbook Series
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Innovation in the Public and Nonprofit Sectors?
Ed Gibson, Patria De Lancer Julnes
Who is the Publisher of the book Innovation in the Public and Nonprofit Sectors?
Taylor and Francis
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Innovation in the Public and Nonprofit Sectors is available as ebook(ISBN 9781317416418) and pdf(ISBN 9781317416425)