The subject of innovation can be a tricky one. Every organization likes to tell it's customers that it is innovative and tell its employees that it... seeks innovative ideas and employees. But these are generalizations and the reality is more nuanced and complex. Frequently companies doing well with the status quo aren't all that interested in significant innovation as it comes with risk-reward considerations.

The conversation on the subject will need to drill down on what the need or goal is (reaching new market niches, attracting new customers, reducing production costs, competing more effectively)? It will also need to consider how much time, energy and other resources the company is prepared to dedicate to the particular type of innovations it is seeking?

Finally, there are often costs or disruptions associated with implementing new products and processes. What is the capacity of the company is this regard? Once you have this conversation with management, you will likely have a clearer idea of what its understanding of and capacity for innovation really is. Sometimes the best approach is to take a pilot project approach and evaluate it's success.  more

I've been there. It really depends on how long you've been on the job. It generally goes this way: You will be considered "new" until you seize an... opportunity to prove yourself in a way they license for you, which is slightly being considered unreliable because they don't know you. If a project comes up that they think is difficult and are looking for someone to volunteer, take it as an opportunity to "prove" yourself (especially if you don't think it will be as difficult as they are making it out to be).

Now, if you've been on the job for three or more years and this hasn't happened yet; yes, it is probably time for you to find somewhere else to be (as long as you have met the career objectives you set yourself when you took the position). more

I do understand your frustration.Have you raised your concerns in a constructive way? There is definitely a comfort level the form has. You may want... to start recreating their designs and add incremental changes. more

Communication gap somewhere

What you are saying is there company has to be perfected. No company wants to hear this type of message. My daughter didn't listen and she was let... go. The excuse was it wasn't working out. If you want to be a consultant be that.  more

that all u need to do and fast

that all u need to do and fast

that all u need to do and fast