Innovation Management
| Reference number | |
| Coordinator | Sveriges Kommuner och Landsting |
| Funding from Vinnova | SEK 1 064 375 |
| Project duration | October 2014 - December 2015 |
| Status | Completed |
Important results from the project
The assessment is that the project achieved the purpose and goals, 8 of 10 leaders who participated in the innovation relays have increased knowledge of how they can stimulate innovation in their business. Several members have initiated strategic projects in order to establish innovative work of their organizations. SKL has established a popular website with deepening themes, movies, inspiration, support and tools for local governments. Communications work has led to 57% of SKL members are aware of the efforts and activities that SKL pursue.
Expected long term effects
550 managers participated in relays, 8 of the 10 have more knowledge about what innovation work involves, 7 out of 10 have increased awareness of how they can contribute to innovation in their business. SKL innovation web is established, 57% of the members are aware of SALAR´s work. SKL Innovationsdag attracted 250 participants and 80% of them were satisfied or very satisfied SKL has integrated innovation theme in SKL´s Top Managers Program SKL´s innovation model has been presented and disseminated to the public sector. In 2016, the model is implemented in 10 businesses.
Approach and implementation
The design of the project has essentially worked very well. The concept of innovation relay has gradually developed in interaction between the project, the participating organizations, guest speakers and moderators. Relays should be further developed with a focus on the organization´s own responsibility and continued efforts after the relay. SKL´s innovative Web pages has been developed together with members and service companies, and are appreciated. SKL innovationsdag helped to spread knowledge to the leaders and politicians at local and national level.