The Irish Computer Society in conjunction with the Centre for Software Engineering www.cse.dcu.ie are pleased to present a new series of talks on the critical and exciting area of Innovation that look at aspects of the Innovative Organisation.

The Centre for Software Engineering (CSE) www.cse.dcu.ie has a track record since 1997 of engagement with technology organisations in the review and planning and development of an innovative capability and innovative products and services.

Innovation is quickly gaining traction with the most-dynamic IT Professionals, with many now investing in programs.  ICS in conjunction with the Centre for Software Engineering are pleased to present a new series of talks on this critical and exciting area. Each will look at aspects of the Innovative Organisation. These events are intended for those who initiate innovation, are responsible for management of innovation, or carry out one of the many roles that help to make a success through innovation. A downturn is when innovation matters most and any CIO who lets this slip is forgetting what their role is.

This network is to bring about understanding of the wider business context of innovation. How it’s enabled, the special role of ICT in supporting innovation, in managing and enhancing the value of intellectual assets. The increasing expectation of a strong ICT contribution to innovation requires new thinking and new structures in ICT.

The first set of breakfast briefings in April through May 2010 will focus on aspects of the Innovative Organisation.

Do Many Hands Make Innovation Work?

Friday 16th April 8.00 am to 9.00 am, breakfast 07.30 am

Many different talents need to be brought together to deliver successful innovation within the organisation: it’s a collective effort. Consider your role and how you would contribute to innovation!

This session explores the key roles and talents that lie at the heart of organisations that have a strong capability to innovate.

Speakers are Michael O’Duffy, CEO of the Centre for Software Engineering (CSE) and David Trevitt, Associate of the CSE. Michael and David have put innovation into practice in a number of organisations in different sectors and using different approaches.

Capturing the Spark of Creativity

Friday 30th April 8.00 am to 9.00 am, breakfast 07.30 am

Many organisations struggle to create the conditions for organisational creativity to flourish.

This session explores what needs to be done to harness employee knowledge and enthusiasm for creative innovation where everyone can benefit.

Speakers are Michael O’Duffy, CEO of the Centre for Software Engineering (CSE) and David Trevitt, Associate of the CSE. Michael and David have put innovation into practice in a number of organisations in different sectors and using different approaches.

Designing Innovation

Friday 21st May 8.00 am to 9.00 am, breakfast 07.30 am

Design is at the heart of the innovation project. Innovation rarely happens by chance. Innovation is a capability that some organisations have and others don’t.

This session explores the processes that need to be in place for an organisation to develop a strong ability to innovate.

Speakers are Michael O’Duffy, CEO of the Centre for Software Engineering (CSE) and David Trevitt, Associate of the CSE. Michael and David have put innovation into practice in a number of organisations in different sectors and using different approaches.

Exploiting Innovation

Friday 11th June 8.00 am to 9.00 am, breakfast 07.30 am

Intrinsic to good innovation is a well thought out deployment and marketing plan that reaps the benefits whilst managing the risks.

This session brings together a coherent approach to maximising the benefits of an innovation for both users and makers.

Speakers are Michael O’Duffy, CEO of the Centre for Software Engineering (CSE) and David Trevitt, Associate of the CSE. Michael and David have put innovation into practice in a number of organisations in different sectors and using different approaches.