Home topics technology Tech Tech 5 ways to boost innovation in a small business Rick Delgado April 22, 2016 Many small businesses say they want to foster innovative solutions within their organizations, but actually doing it is another matter entirely. The unfortunate reality is that many smaller companies work with limited resources and tight budgets, turning innovation into more of an afterthought than a priority. However, to truly succeed, thrive, and grow, small businesses should always be looking now creative and innovative solutions to problems. They definitely shouldn’t feel intimidated by their smaller size. In fact, in many cases a small business may even be at an advantage when compared to their larger rivals. Here are just a few ways that small companies can work to boost innovation from within. Company Culture Innovation doesn’t just happen on its own; it needs to be cultivated and fed. This starts with the way a small business is run in the first place. Management and business leaders should always promote an environment and culture that encourages innovation among every employee, not just a select few. Consider it an effort undertaken by the entire organization. Workers need to know that their new ideas and solutions are valued. Only once the company’s culture truly reflects this will it become the norm, and for small businesses, promoting this philosophy is generally easier to do than at a large corporation. Dedicated Division While the whole company should be encouraged to innovate, another smart bet is to have