3. Gaining know-how

A body of knowledge has now been built up around what can be broadly termed "innovation engineering".

In these Practical Sheets, we have structured this knowledge around elementary problems to which we provide concrete answers for implementing innovation in daily practice. Each Practical Sheet sets out a method. We begin by describing the context and the objective to be achieved, then go on to detail the various stages of implementation, often using case studies. Finally, the sheets are accompanied by a number of practical sections, including implementation tips, mistakes to avoid, frequently asked questions and suggestions for further action. On the website, hypertext links allow you to move from one sheet to the next, so that you can add to your knowledge of the same subject or acquire the basics you need beforehand. You can also download and use standard computer...