Learning the Art of Business Improvisation

In general terms, improvisation is the ability to create and implement a new or an unplanned solution in the face of an unexpected problem or change. It is often seen as a creative problem-solving behavior that mostly happens intuitively and “on the fly.”

Therefore, improvisation may seem to be spontaneous. But as the authors explain, managers can foster improvisation in innovation projects through the deliberate development of certain processes and capabilities.

The ability to innovate and rapidly respond to changes in the busines.....