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Final Thoughts

The future of innovation success

Together, executives and engineers can define a vision and a path forward.

Innovations that incorporate AI and sustainability will transform the technology industry in the coming years — and in turn help reshape society. The engineers who will drive this innovation are all-in on both topics, especially early-career engineers who will have a longer-term impact on an organization’s success. They recognize the importance of AI skills for their career advancement, and they are personally committed to supporting sustainability initiatives.

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Engineers reviewing a performance report in a data control room.

Successful technology organizations will harness this passion and provide the strategic direction and support that engineers need. When both groups contribute to the organization’s vision and action steps, organizations can accelerate progress toward their AI and sustainability goals in the near term. And over the longer term, this collaboration will help organizations attract and retain the next generation of engineers that will drive innovation for decades to come.

The elements of successful innovation

Identifying

opportunities to integrate AI and sustainability into innovation efforts.

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Agreeing

on achievable innovation goals.

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Defining

responsibilities and motivating teams.

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Collaborating

on a detailed road map for implementation.

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Tracking

and sharing progress. transparently.

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Delivering

ongoing training and upskilling.

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Providing

financial support for projects.

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