Chapter 1: The Ghost in the Machine (That Just Got Seed Funding)

You peel your eyes open, reaching for the comforting glow of your phone. Habit. Obligation. The digital leash. But it’s already too late. While you were lost in REM cycles, dreaming up marginally better features for that side hustle you swear you’ll launch one day, the future didn’t just arrive; it sprinted past you, funded […]

Operational Rigor: Using KPIs to Enhance Accountability and Boost Service Performance

In mission-critical operations, every second counts. Whether you’re supporting military planning, defense communications, or IT infrastructure, system performance is often the key to success. Optimizing application execution speed can dramatically improve efficiency, resource utilization, and mission readiness. But achieving such improvements isn’t just about faster hardware—it’s about leveraging Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to monitor, measure, […]

Part 7: Final Thoughts and Recommendations

For the past six weeks, we’ve explored ISO 56001 from every angle—what it is, why it matters, how organizations can implement it, and how the world is already embracing structured innovation management. Now, as we conclude this series, the question remains: What should U.S. businesses and government agencies do next? The answer is clear: adopt […]

Part 6: Global Perspective and Trends

In our previous discussions, we explored what ISO 56001 is, how it’s structured, and how it aligns with business strategy. Now, we widen the lens to examine how this standard is being adopted globally and what it means for U.S. industry and government. The world is moving toward structured, systematic innovation management. Countries like China, […]

Part 5: Innovation and Business Strategy

In previous discussions, we explored what ISO 56001 is, how it’s structured, and the process for certification and compliance. By now, it’s clear that ISO 56001 is not just about innovation for the sake of innovation—it’s about managing it strategically. But here’s where the conversation shifts from compliance to competitive advantage. For organizations in defense, […]

Part 4: Certification and Compliance

In previous discussions, we explored the fundamentals of ISO 56001, its core components, and the steps organizations can take to implement it successfully. By now, the picture is clear: Innovation must be managed strategically, measured rigorously, and continuously improved. But, for businesses and government agencies looking to fully commit to structured innovation, a key question […]

Part 3: Implementation and Benefits of ISO 56001

In our previous articles, we explored the fundamentals of ISO 56001 and its key components and structure. If you’ve followed along, you now understand that ISO 56001 isn’t just about encouraging innovation—it’s about managing it strategically, measuring its impact, and making it repeatable. But here’s the question many leaders are asking:🚀 How do we implement […]

Part 2: Key Components and Structure of ISO 56001

Last week, we introduced ISO 56001, the first certifiable standard for innovation management, and discussed why it’s crucial for U.S. industry, the federal government, and national competitiveness. If you missed Part 1, I encourage you to read it first to understand the basics of ISO 56001 and how it differs from other innovation standards. Now, […]

Part 1: Understanding the Basics of ISO 56001

The United States has long been a global leader in innovation, from pioneering space exploration to revolutionizing digital technology. Yet, as global competition intensifies and disruptive technologies emerge faster than ever, it’s clear that having innovative ideas isn’t enough—we must manage innovation systematically and strategically. That’s where ISO 56001 comes in. For those unfamiliar with […]

ISO 56001: The Innovation Management Standard That Will Shape U.S. Industry and National Competitiveness

Over the next two months, I will post an article from my 7-part series on the ISO 56001 Innovation Management standard. Having once been an active member of the U.S. Technical Advisory Group (TAG) to ISO TC 279, I have changed to an inactive status to be able to focus more fully on important growth […]