The Ultimate Guide to

ISO 56000

Discover ISO 56000, the internationally recognized framework for innovation management systems designed to help innovators set the baseline for innovation within their organization.

ISO 56000: A Standard for All

ISO 56000 is a family of standards designed to provide a universal blueprint for the effective implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of an innovation management system. It might seem strange to think about “standardizing” innovation – after all, isn’t innovation all about being different? But for many organizations, these standards could be a game-changer; far from stifling creativity, ISO 56000 channels it in a way that often sparks even more innovative ideas.

It’s crafted with versatility in mind:

  • It caters to organizations of all types, sectors, sizes, and stages, from established corporations to budding startups.
  • It encapsulates guidance for all varieties of innovation, spanning products, services, processes, business models, and methods, across a spectrum from incremental changes to radical overhauls.
  • It accommodates all innovation approaches, including internal and open innovation for user-, market-, technology-, and design-driven innovation activities.
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It’s also quite flexible:

ISO 56000 isn’t a one-size-fits-all standard. It allows organizations to tailor the guidelines to fit their own unique innovation goals and ambitions while improving their current practices. In other words, it helps businesses take a close look at their strategies, their work culture, their processes, their tools and techniques, and their performance metrics.

The ISO 56000 Family

Each standard addresses a unique aspect of innovation management to create a systematic and holistic approach for managing innovation within an organization.

Published ⤵

Fundamentals and Vocabulary

This standard lays the foundation by defining the essential concepts, principles, and vocabulary for innovation management and its systematic application.

Innovation Management System — Guidance

ISO 56002 provides directions for establishing, implementing, maintaining, and continually improving an innovation management system for all types of organizations.

Tools and Methods for Innovation Partnership — Guidance

This standard offers a framework for innovation partnerships, covering aspects like partner selection, aligning value perceptions, and managing partner interactions.

Innovation Management Assessment — Guidance

ISO 56004 explains the benefits of carrying out an Innovation Management Assessment (IMA), what to assess, how to conduct the IMA, and how to maximize the resulting benefits.

Tools and Methods for Intellectual Property Management — Guidance

This standard emphasizes the role of efficient intellectual property management in the innovation process and provides guidelines for managing IP at both strategic and operational levels.

Tools and Methods for Strategic Intelligence Management — Guidance

ISO 56006 offers guidance for supporting strategic intelligence within innovation management at both strategic and operational levels.

Under Development ⤵

Innovation Management System — Requirements

This forthcoming standard will outline the necessary requirements for an effective innovation management system.

Tools and Methods for Managing Opportunities and Ideas — Guidance

This upcoming standard will provide guidance on managing innovation opportunities and ideas.

Tools and Methods for Innovation Operation Measurements — Guidance

This future standard will deliver guidelines on innovation operation measurements.

Illustrative Examples of ISO 56000

This forthcoming standard will provide illustrative examples to better understand and apply the ISO 56000 series.

Who is ISO 56000 For?

ISO 56000 is crafted with a broad spectrum of organizations and individuals in mind:

Innovation Implementers

Organizations planning to implement an innovation management system or conducting innovation management assessments.

Innovation Enhancers

Organizations striving to boost their ability to effectively manage innovation activities.

Confidence Seekers

Users, customers, and other stakeholders (e.g., suppliers, partners, funding organizations, investors, universities, and public authorities) looking for assurance in an organization’s innovation capabilities.

Vocabulary Clarifiers

Organizations and interested parties aiming to enhance communication through a common understanding of the vocabulary used in innovation management.

The Benefits of ISO 56000

Adopting the ISO 56000 standards offers a myriad of advantages for organizations, including:

It gives innovation a solid framework, laying the groundwork for steady and sustained growth.

It nurtures an environment where everyone is encouraged to bring new ideas to the table. It’s about creating a company-wide ‘innovation mindset’.

It helps you navigate the inherent risks of innovation, so your organization can confidently venture into new territories.

With ISO 56000, you can streamline your innovation process, cut the waste, and focus on what really matters – creating value.

It can give your organization an edge in the marketplace. It’s about staying one step ahead in the constantly evolving business world.

It can boost the confidence of everyone involved in your organization, sending out a positive signal about your ability to manage innovation effectively.

It ensures everyone speaks the same innovation language, leading to clearer communication both inside and outside the organization.

It supports the long haul, guiding your organization towards enduring success through sustainable innovation practices.

When to Use ISO 56000

Starting the Innovation Journey

If you’re just starting to dip your toes in the innovation pool, ISO 56000 can act as your guide, offering a roadmap to help you plan, develop and implement an innovation management system.

Standing Out in the Crowd

In a world where every organization is striving to be the next big thing, taking an early adopter role in ISO 56000 will help shape your unique innovation narrative that distinguishes you from the competition.

Scaling Effectively 

If your organization is on the fast track of growth, ISO 56000 can be the guiding compass, ensuring your innovation management capabilities scale up effectively with you.

Overcoming a Stalemate

If your organization’s innovative engine seems to have stalled, ISO 56000 can provide the inspiration and direction to restart and rev up the innovation process.

Connecting the Dots

Does your organization have several innovative projects running in parallel, but lack a unifying strategy? ISO 56000 can be the bridge that connects these initiatives and ensures they work towards common goals.

Boosting Funding Appeal

If you’re seeking funding to fuel your innovative ideas, ISO 56000 can be your best friend. With its structured approach, it not only boosts your credibility but also helps you communicate the strategic value of your innovation initiatives.

Resources

ISO 56000 Webinar

ISO 56001 Webinar

ISO 56002 Webinar

ISO 56001 Blog

ISO 56004 Blog

ISO 56006 Blog

We’re Happy to Help

Schedule a free consultation with our in-house experts, who will take you through a step-by-step process for assessing, planning and deploying an ISO 56000-aligned Innovation Management System, which includes:

  • A workshop to educate and align stakeholders
  • An assessment of your current innovation capability
  • Recommendations for improvement
  • A tailored action plan to start your journey
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