Innovation: Basics, Theories, and Applications by Dr. Ahmed bin Abdulrahman Al-Shimimri

Innovation: Fundamentals, Theories, and Applications A systematic book, peer-reviewed Dr. Ahmed bin Abdulrahman Al-Shimimri First edition 1446 AH — 2024 Paper type: Coated Color printing Size: 21×27 Number of pages: 340 pages Brief about the book: Innovation is the source of community development and progress. History has proven that scientific and technological innovations are the engines of modernization and one of the most important factors for societal advancement and development. The leap from an agricultural society to an industrial society then to an information society was driven by the development of sciences and technology. Scientific and technological progress resulting from innovation has also led to a significant improvement in public health levels, the discovery of modern treatments, the extension of lifespan, and the enhancement and sustainability of the environment. Therefore, this book aims to provide a comprehensive and useful introduction to the world of innovation and creative thinking. We will explore together the concept of innovation, its importance for organizations and countries alike, and highlight the fundamentals of innovation, starting with its history, then its types, processes, and measurement. On the other hand, the book will review innovation theories, generations, models, and strategies. The practical aspect of innovation will also be given considerable space, including innovation applications, how to manage it, steps of the innovation process, how to finance it, and methods, tools, and frameworks for measuring innovation at both the institutional and national levels. This book will present real-world cases, practical advice, and interactive exercises that can be applied in practice to enable innovation and achieve positive results. This book is distinguished by its online support at edarah.net, where the dedicated website for the book includes educational aids that facilitate teaching the book. The website also offers PowerPoint presentations for all chapters and contains many useful contents related to the book’s topic. We aspire for this website to be a bridge connecting us with specialists to serve them and respond to their inquiries and feedback, thereby supporting the educational and administrative process. Finally, this human effort is not without shortcomings and errors. I consider that I have strived to fill a gap in this modern science and have sought to contribute to enriching and serving it as much as I can. I look forward to receiving feedback, suggestions, and comments from specialists and dear readers on what can be improved, developed, and refined for future revised editions, God willing. Suggestions can be sent via the email address below. We pray that this work be purely for Allah’s sake, accepted, fruitful, and rewarded. He is the Guardian and the Capable.