V.RMH.0008 Hargraves Co-Innovation Modules FY24
MLA supports innovation by co-funding innovation managers for three-year terms. To improve the performance of these managers, MLA requires a qualified service provider to develop content, plan and deliver four network meetings.
| Project start date: | 09 August 2023 |
| Project end date: | 15 December 2024 |
| Publication date: | 19 July 2024 |
| Project status: | Completed |
| Livestock species: | Grain-fed Cattle, Grass-fed Cattle, Sheep, Goat, Lamb |
| Relevant regions: | National |
Summary
Four workshops were identified by the Co-Innovation Manager network and developed in collaboration with MLA with a strong focus on the red meat industry. Relevant industry case studies from members of the Co-Innovation Manager network and MLA were presented during the whole day, in-person workshops.
Workshop A: Incremental versus radical innovation
Workshop B: Metrics and business improvement
Workshop C: Leadership and role conflict
Workshop D: Industry sharing and transparency-open innovation in the red meat industry
Objectives
Develop content, plan and deliver up to four network meetings (digital and face-to-face) and conduct surveys of program performance to support MLA Co-Innovation Managers to succeed in their role.
The four workshops were identified by the Co-Innovation Manager network. They were developed in collaboration with MLA with a strong focus on the red meat industry. Relevant industry case studies from members of the Co-Innovation Manager network and MLA were presented during the whole day, in-person workshops.
Key findings
Capability building modules based on best practice process and content assist Co-Innovation Managers to succeed in their roles.
Benefits to industry
The Co-Innovation Program has delivered genuine value to individual companies and the industry overall. It was last evaluated in 2019–2020 and the report demonstrated the value of the program through outcomes in: professional development, collaborative innovation strategies, value chain innovation, customer alignment, innovation networks, and employee capability and mindset.
MLA action
Re-engage consultants to identify and deliver new modules for FY25 program.
Future research
MLA supports innovation across the red meat sector by co-funding innovation managers for three-year terms. To improve the performance of these managers, MLA requires a qualified service provider to develop content, plan and deliver four network meetings (digital and face to face) and conduct surveys of program performance for MLA.
More information
| Project manager: | Garry McAlister |
| Contact email: | reports@mla.com.au |
| Primary researcher: | Hargraves Institute Pty Ltd |
