Preparing the Way for Innovation

Prelude to a consulting agreement: 1. The management of a high-tech firm makes a decision to innovate and summarily announces it. 2. The approach taken comes across to the organization as a crash course, if not a crusade. 3. The search for innovation involves everyone in the organization, and a designated steering group is appointed. 4. Tangible results are expected within six months. 5. Breakthroughs are to be rewarded with one-time bonuses. Does any or all of the above sound disturbingly familiar to you?