Helsingborg Innovation District’s Post

Why Systemic Thinking Might Be for You Last year, we set the stage for something new at Porto Business School with our Systemic Thinking for Innovation course. What began as a pioneering initiative has now evolved into a second edition program, running from the 25th to the 27th of this month, with even more energy to drive transformative change. In a world where complexity reigns supreme, traditional innovation approaches often fall short. This course is your gateway to breaking free from conventional thinking. We’re not just rehashing old concepts; we’re diving deep into the dynamic interplay of systems that drive innovation. Participants will gain hands-on experience with tools and methodologies that empower them to dissect intricate systems, reveal hidden patterns, and seize breakthrough opportunities. As one of the first programs of its kind in Portugal, Systemic Thinking for Innovation is designed for those who dare to think differently. We are thrilled to incorporate all the lessons learned from the past few years into a program that proposes new perspectives on innovation. The program focuses primarily on: • Uncovering Hidden Layers: Learn to view business contexts from a big-picture perspective, allowing innovators to see how various components of a system interact. • Recognizing Interconnected Problems: In interconnected business landscapes, problems rarely exist in isolation. We will explore how recognizing relationships between issues can transform challenges into opportunities for innovative solutions. • Promoting Collaboration: By highlighting interdependencies within our world, systemic thinking fosters collaboration across departments and disciplines. This collective approach enhances knowledge sharing and co-creation, leading to more robust and innovative solutions. • Focusing on Sustainability: With an emphasis on sustainability, we will unfold new visions that consider long-term impacts on the environment and society. This systemic approach ensures that innovations are not only effective but also responsible and sustainable. • Planning Transitions: We will explore how to use systemic thinking as a foundation for planning and organizing transitions between the present and the future. The future is evolving too quickly and complexly to be planned linearly. Joining me in this endeavor will be Rui Quinta and Tiago Gonçalves Nunes, all driven by the ambition of Ana Jogo Mendes and Porto Business School to stay ahead of the curve. The class is big, but there’s still room for more. Secure your spot here: https://lnkd.in/dZMWtEYr. #Innovation #DisruptiveThinking #PBS #TransformativeInnovation #SystemicThinking

📘Discover the Innovation Ecosystem Building Playbook: "Specialisation Creating Inclusive Innovation" 🤝 EU|BIC community members, with decades of commitment to sustainable economic development, are collaborating with mission-aligned partners to shape Europe's innovation landscape. 🌿 Hear from the European Commission, Joint Research Centre Seville, about the crucial role of challenge-oriented innovation in addressing societal needs while promoting sustainability, economic growth, and social cohesion. 🛠️ Learn about Smart Specialisation Strategies and the I3 Instrument from #EUBIC CEEIM Centro Europeo de Empresas e Innovación de Murcia, designed to bridge innovation gaps among EU regions, fostering collaboration and investment for growth and job creation 📈 🌱 Explore LLAMP 3i, a game-changing programme by EU|BICs in the Valencian Community CEEI Valencia (Centro Europeo de Empresas e Innovación de Valencia) CEEI Castellón & CEEI Elche, empowering companies to achieve triple innovative social, environmental, and sustainable economic impact. 🏆 🏞️ And don't miss to learn more about the Regional Innovation Valleys action, a part of the New European Innovation Agenda, aiming to advance European innovation ecosystems and bridge the gap for lagging regions. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/dwKextxP

Event Recap: Breaking Boundaries – Tackling Regional Challenges Through Transnational Innovation   On October 8, 2024, at the Albert Borschette Conference Centre, we gathered for Breaking Boundaries: Tackling Regional Challenges Through Transnational Innovation. The event brought together thought leaders and innovators from across Europe to explore collaborative approaches to overcoming regional challenges.   We were honored by the presence of Mr. Michiel Scheffer, President of the European Innovation Council (EIC), who expressed his appreciation for the efforts and insights shared by all partners. Mr. Scheffer highlighted the importance of such collaborative initiatives in fostering a stronger, more innovative Europe.   Our panel featured distinguished speakers:   Panagiotis Alex Sevdalis – Policy Officer, European Innovation Council DG for Research & Innovation Michiel Scheffer – President of the EIC Ana Coelho – Director, ACCIO-Catalonia Trade and Investment Kevin Flynn – Head, Irish Liaison Office for Research and Innovation Petra Moreno – Project Manager, Startup Europe Regions Network Chiara Frencia – Secretary General, Startup Europe Regions Network   During the event, we explored the RinnoValleys Project, a transnational initiative connecting regions from Catalonia, Greece, Malta, Hungary, Brussels, and Ireland to enhance access to the European Innovation Council. The discussions emphasized the importance of collaboration, creativity, and networking in tackling regional challenges and driving sustainable innovation.   Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to the event’s success.   Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to push the boundaries of regional innovation!   Envolve Entrepreneurship ACCIÓ Hungarian Innovation Agency A8 National Association of Community Enterprise Centers SERN - Startup Europe Regions Network #EuropeanInnovation #RinnoValleys #InnovationCouncil #TransnationalInnovation #StartupEurope #RegionalChallenges #InnovationEcosystem #Collaboration #InnovationFunding #SustainableGrowth #EUStartups #InnovationLeaders

📣 📣 We present you the CORPORATE REPORT 2023 of Fundación Valenciaport. A visual and interactive document that summarises our main achievements of the past year. 💪💡 👩🎓 🚢⚓  👉 Access the Report from this link: https://shorturl.at/UAnpz #annualreport #innovation #training #internationalcooperation #ports #logistics #transport #energytransition #digitaltransformation #competitiveness

It's always wonderful to witness the great synergies at its core. Both Vilnius University Business School & Turkish Lithuanian Chamber of Commerce have an outstanding potential to bridge business "know how"+credentials and professional entrepreneurs in multiple areas across both regions. 🚀🚀🚀 #VilniusUniversity #BusinessSchool #VilniusUniversityBusinessSchool #VUBS #VUVM #TurkishLithuanianChamberOfCommerce #TLCC #BusinessTalks #BusinessTrends #InternationalCooperation #InternationalSynergies

To strive for excellence in any transition for sustainability, digitalization or the next one to come, you need a solid innovation management capability and a knowledge of the different tools, methodologies and techniques that can be put in place. #EENnovation advisors are the Northern lights that guide companies towards this excellence. #EEN2024 #EENcanHelp

The #cluster has been in Rome, supporting our member Institut Industrial de Terrassa - Gremi Tèxtil in the kick-off meeting of a new EU project: #IN4SUSTAIN, co-funded by Erasmus programme. Institut Industrial is partner of this project, led by CIAPE - Centro Italiano per l'Apprendimento Permanente, aiming at upskilling the #textile and clothing sector toward green transformation. It will do so by upskilling VET providers and providing them with training resources to foster sustainability, through digital interactive tools & entrepreneurial mind-set, among T&C employees. #advancedtextiles #greentransition

🚀 Southern Sweden's Skåne region has been named as one of the EU's Regional Innovation Valleys. Skåne has always been considered a leading #innovation region in Europe, and now, being listed as a EU Regional Innovation Valley will open us up for new types of collaborations which can contribute towards strengthening European innovation ecosystems and addressing Europe's societal challenges.💚 Learn more about doing business in Skåne, our key business sectors, and how we can help you with you with your project. https://lnkd.in/ehQQhDg #greentransition #innovation #innovationecosystem

"How can we truly 'do digital good' in a world of competing interests?" Last week, our customer-centred transformation expert, Kirsikka, was invited to speak at the Chanse Conference in Bucharest. Her talk explored the many dimensions of ‘doing digital good’—asking how we can balance diverse priorities and interests in the digital space. In the panel with Kirsikka, Reema Patel and Radu Gheorghiu, they dove into critical questions: For whom are we 'doing good'? Who gets to decide? And what role does digital play in shaping these decisions? While there is no one-size-fits-all answer, these are important reflections in the digital age. Kirsikka also shared insights from the Creatures Project, a collaborative effort Hellon led with Aalto University, University of Sussex, RMIT University, and Utrecht University and several creative practitioners from 2020 to 2023. This EU-funded initiative examined how creative practices can drive positive eco-social change, a project that recently won the 2024 Ziman Award for its innovative approach. At Hellon, we deliver sustainable, customer-centred solutions. Are you interested in making a positive impact? ✨ Let’s talk. #DigiNetworks #digitaltransformation #positiveimpact #wearehellon #digitalgood

2024 has been the year when at Consorzio Materahub we launched our #academy, the place where to merge all our efforts devoted to #capacitybuilding for #organisations and #professionals from #arts, #culture and #creativity, in the area of #entrepreneurship, #digital, #sustainability and #crosscollaboration. The objective to build on our 13 years long experience in supporting #creativeindustries, brought us to make an incredible first experimentation with the colleagues of Organisation for European Programmes and Cultural Relations ΟΕΠΠΣ in #Cyprus with whom we designed and implemented the "Building #Entrepreneurial, Transversal and #Digital #Competences" course for #creative and cultural sectors in #EuroMed region. This action has been supported by Anna Lindh Foundation who made possible to reach an incredible number of learners coming from all over the #Mediterranean basin and even beyond (#Latvia was there as well). The online training and the face to face workshop in Limassol has just been the start of what we hope would be a longlasting collaboration aiming at making the Mediterranean sea one of the most active #hub for #culture, #creativity and #innovation. A big thanks to Nenad Bogdanovic and the team of #OEPCR for believing in the work of our team (Gabriella Antezza Angela Dibenedetto Vincenzo Bruno Alba Martinez Bermúdez Paolo D'Ercole Hai Ly N.T). #Europe #Culture #Med #Education #CoVE