Making the most of open innovation
Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings Different knowledge boundaries can impede the likelihood of firms succeeding in their use of open innovation to optimize creativity. Gatekeepers have an important role to play in making these boundaries become more permeable and enabling more efficient acquisition and assimilation of new knowledge from diverse sources outside the organization. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information, and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.