?? The Innovation Ecosystem Paradox
Valto Loikkanen
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Reading this article by Oscar Ramirez reminded me of a striking paradox: The very organizations tasked with driving cutting-edge innovation—business mentors, incubators, government programs, and ecosystem builders—are often among the least technologically advanced in their own operations.
Think about it. Nearly every other industry—agriculture, sports, entertainment, etc. and even arts—has actively embraced technology to push their fields forward. Yet, the startup and innovation ecosystems, which are supposed to champion new technology, still rely on outdated processes, manual work, and traditional models.
How can we expect to foster innovation at scale when the very systems meant to support startups aren’t innovating themselves? ??
Luckily, there are some extremely bright beacons of light leading the way, showing what’s possible when innovation ecosystems practice what they preach. ?? Kudos to Lethbridge and the Biosphere Incubation Program at the University of Helsinki for pushing the boundaries and setting an example for others to follow. Their use of AI to streamline startup support and remove friction points is exactly the kind of thinking we need more of in startup ecosystems. And also simple first steps for any ecosystem to start taking...
Personally, I feel that economic development and its expected impact—including self-sovereignty and, most importantly, growth—deserves far more attention and technological support.
Right now, I’d bet there’s more data, professional support, and structured development pathways for new; say a hockey player, than there are for those startups expected to build the future of our societies and generate the tax base that carries them forward. Nothing against hockey, but where’s the same level of dedication, precision, and systemized support for those driving local, regional and national economic growth?
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