How can we create more od careers and work (cont.)

Mass Bay ODLG

The Hot Topics Group at January 19 meeting, headed by Bruce Hoppe and C. Hill, developed some ideas for those interested in Creativity (Idea finding) and Innovation (Idea application). As a follow-up and help OD practitioners become adept at creativity and innovation, I am recommending some websites:

Creax at http://www.creax.net/ under free tools select "Creativity & Innovation Portal." What you will find is about 700 websites dealing with creativity and innovation. The list itself is a wonderful portrait of the field.

The TRIZ Journal at http://www.triz-journal.com is my second recommendation. TRIZ is a theory of systematic innovation that arose in Russia and now is glowing red hot across the globe. OD philosophy, values and skills are needed for successful implementation. The TRIZ Journal is free and all back issues are available.

jim webber