Debating Innovation: Perspectives and Paradoxes of an Idealized Concept

Despite its complexity, innovation is often depicted within academic literature as a phenomenon that is innately good and always necessary. This thought-provoking volume presents a more nuanced view – through a number of paired chapters for and against, as well as more general critiques of innovation and several suggested new lines of inquiry, the book will be of interest to all with a broader interest in innovation.

About the Author

Alf Rehn is Professor of Innovation, Design, and Management at the University of Southern Denmark. He is also active as a strategic advisor and a keynote speaker. His research focuses on power and culture in creativity and innovation.

Anders Örtenblad is Professor of Working Life Science at the School of Business and Law, University of Agder, Norway, and Professor II at Western Norway University of Applied Sciences, Norway. He is the founder and editor of the book series Palgrave Debates in Business and Management.