Diego is a PhD Student, Industrial Engineering at Polytechnique Montréal. In his research project, he studies open innovation, intellectual property management and open business models. He holds a bachelor in electrical engineering, a Master of Applied Science, Innovation Technology Management at Polytechnique Montréal and a master in electronical engineering from the Industrial University of Santander.

PhD Thesis

STRATÉGIES DE GESTION DE L’INNOVATION À L’ÈRE DU NUMÉRIQUE

Comparaison entre la littérature, les normes ISO 56000 et les sites Web des secteurs de l’aérospatiale et des dispositifs médicaux

December 2024

Abstract

This thesis investigates the synergy between innovation management, the implementation of innovation management standards (ISO 56000), and their representation on corporate websites of companies in the aerospace and medical device sectors. These sectors, known for their high capacity for innovation and their constant need to adapt to intense global competition and rapid technological advancements, were chosen for their relevance to this study. It is argued that meticulous and systematic innovation management is crucial not only for operational excellence but also to ensure safety, efficiency, and compliance with strict regulations.

The study highlights that innovation management is essential for business growth and sustainability, emphasizing the importance of integrating strategic and systematic practices to foster the creation and implementation of innovative ideas. It analyzes the ISO 56000 standards, demonstrating their value as a framework for the design and continuous improvement of innovation management systems, providing specific guidelines to promote orderly innovation.

Furthermore, the thesis argues that innovation management is vital for the survival and competitive advantage of organizations. However, the adoption of the ISO 56000 standards raises questions about their compatibility with the more complex and evolving academic theories in this field. The study examines the congruencies and divergences between theories and the practical application of innovation management, highlighting the need for a critical and contextualized analysis of the standards.

The analysis of corporate websites reveals how companies in the aerospace and medical device sectors present their strategies and achievements in innovation. It identifies how aspects of innovation management are evident in the digital content of these sites. Additionally, the relationship between the ISO 56000 standards and academic literature is explored through thematic, cluster, and multiple correspondence analyses, revealing trends and patterns that connect theory to practise.

This study offers a comprehensive perspective on the importance of innovation management, guided by ISO 56000 standards and its digital manifestation, as key elements for leadership and competitiveness in highly innovative and regulated sectors. Finally, it highlights the gap between theory and standardized practice, encouraging a continuous dialogue between academics and professionals to evolve toward a more adaptive and dynamic innovation management, capable of addressing the challenges of the global business environment.