Innovation aids business excellence

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 Hospitals and organizations in general striving towards business excellence should increase the capacity to innovate. Effective strategic planning will further increase prospects of achieving performance goals, particularly when key employees are made sufficiently aware of strategic planning to become involved in the planning process and plan implementation. 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