Fighting for innovation: exploring the role of conflicts in enabling team innovation

Abstract

Purpose

This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies.

Design/methodology/approach

This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context.

Findings

Using a survey conducted on 436 candidates belonging to 126 teams, He et al. (2014) found that cognitive and affective conflicts have different implications for team innovations. Further, conflict management styles moderate these relationships. Given the emphasis on innovation in organizations and the realization that innovation can offer sustainable competitive advantage, the findings of this research by He et al. (2014) have implications for practitioners and organizations.

Practical implications

The paper provides strategic insights and practical thinking that have influenced some of the world’s leading organizations.

Originality/value

The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

Citation

Batra, S. (2015), "Fighting for innovation: exploring the role of conflicts in enabling team innovation", Strategic Direction, Vol. 32 No. 1, pp. 11-12. https://doi.org/10.1108/SD-04-2015-0056