Simon Maechling of Bayer Crop Science explores the unique parallels between music and corporate innovation. Exploring how symphonic orchestras exemplify teamwork and creativity essential for innovation, Simon shares insights into Bayer's approach to open innovation. He discusses the importance of collaboration with startups, universities, and the broader scientific community to foster sustainable agricultural practices.
Key Topics Explored:
- Music Meets Business Innovation: Shows how symphonic orchestras' teamwork and creativity mirror business innovation strategies.
- Open Innovation in Farming: Details Bayer Crop Science's collaboration with startups and universities to drive agricultural innovation.
- Sustainability in Agriculture: Focuses on initiatives like Grants4Ag and Testing4Ag, supporting eco-friendly farming innovations.
- Fostering an Innovation Network: Describes the creation of a supportive innovation ecosystem through partnerships and community involvement.
- Engaging Society in Innovation: Emphasizes the importance of societal dialogue and education in agricultural innovation acceptance.
Global Innovation Forum is one of the most respected global events on innovation, creativity, design and entrepreneurship. It gathers a limited number of professionals from some of the leading companies worldwide and provides a well-balanced mixture of presentations, discussions, workshops and interactive activities. The event is the perfect platform for pure knowledge sharing and establishing new important contacts with like-minded professionals.
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