Proceedings of the 2023 5th International Conference on Economic Management and Cultural Industry (ICEMCI 2023)

The Nexus of Culture and Innovation: Unraveling How Organizational Culture Fuels or Suppresses Creativity

Authors
Xiaofeng Guan1, Zhanwei Liu2, Shi Wu3, *, Shiyao Yin4, *
1The University of Manchester, Manchester, United Kingdom
2Royal College of Art, London, United Kingdom
3Guangzhou Sport University, Guangdong, China
4University College London, London, United Kingdom
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Shi Wu, Shiyao Yin
Available Online 14 February 2024.
DOI
10.2991/978-94-6463-368-9_67How to use a DOI?
Keywords
Innovation; Organizational culture; Creativity; Risk-taking
Abstract

In the ever-evolving landscape of the business world, innovation is a crucial driver of success. This article delves into the intricate relationship between organizational culture and innovation, exploring how culture can either catalyze creative brilliance or stifle inventive thinking. We examine the pivotal role of culture in shaping an organization's identity and its capacity for innovation. Furthermore, we discuss the elements of a culture that promotes innovation, such as risk-taking, empowerment, and collaboration. Conversely, we explore the barriers to innovation within certain cultural traits, including hierarchy, bureaucracy, and complacency. Real-world case studies, including Apple Inc., illustrate the profound impact of culture on innovation. Ultimately, this exploration empowers organizations to recognize the significance of their cultural fabric and proactively cultivate an environment where creativity and inventive thinking can thrive.

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Volume Title
Proceedings of the 2023 5th International Conference on Economic Management and Cultural Industry (ICEMCI 2023)
Series
Advances in Economics, Business and Management Research
Publication Date
14 February 2024
ISBN
10.2991/978-94-6463-368-9_67
ISSN
2352-5428
DOI
10.2991/978-94-6463-368-9_67How to use a DOI?
Copyright
© 2024 The Author(s)
Open Access
Open Access This chapter is licensed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/), which permits any noncommercial use, sharing, adaptation, distribution and reproduction in any medium or format, as long as you give appropriate credit to the original author(s) and the source, provide a link to the Creative Commons license and indicate if changes were made.

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