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Jens P.Flanding,Genevieve M.Grabman

Purpose-Driven Innovation: Lessons from Managing Change in the United Nations

Purpose-Driven Innovation: Lessons from Managing Change in the United Nations

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Purpose-Driven Innovation is a new theory of change management developed to help managers navigate accelerating, global, societal challenges such as the Covid-19 pandemic. It is the first book to set out how change management models work in practice in the context of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Format: Hardback
Length: 276 pages
Publication date: 15 September 2022
Publisher: Emerald Publishing Limited



Purpose-Driven Innovation takes readers on a captivating journey into the UN Lab for Organizational Change and Knowledge (UNLOCK), unveiling a groundbreaking theory of change management designed to navigate the rapidly evolving global landscape, including the formidable challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. Through a series of real-life UN cases meticulously organized according to the UN change framework, the authors vividly demonstrate how this innovative theory thrives in the real world, triumphing over bureaucratic barriers and embracing the digital era.


This groundbreaking work stands as the first to shed light on the practical application of change management models within the framework of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It serves as an indispensable guide for organizations of all sizes, whether they are public or private, within or outside the United Nations, as they strive to achieve the SDGs through organizational change in the aftermath of crises.


By delving into the intricacies of this new theory, readers gain valuable insights into how change management strategies can be tailored to address the unique challenges and opportunities presented by today's complex and interconnected world. The authors offer practical examples and actionable strategies that organizations can implement to drive positive change and achieve sustainable development outcomes.


Purpose-Driven Innovation is a must-read for leaders, managers, and change agents who are committed to driving positive change and creating a more sustainable and equitable future. It provides a roadmap for navigating the complexities of the modern world and offers a fresh perspective on change management that is both relevant and impactful.

Weight: 540g
Dimension: 161 x 235 x 26 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781803821443

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