Innovation needs more than good ideas — it requires the right capabilities and the ability to adapt. In this interview, Dr. Anne-Isabelle Bidegaray, Senior Manager Innovation Management at Heraeus Precious Metals, shares what it takes to work in a fast-changing innovation environment.

Innovation Management is not a common role, but at Heraeus it plays a key part in structuring and guiding innovation activities. It brings teams together, enables collaboration and aligns different approaches with the overall strategy. In this way, ideas are further developed and remain closely connected to business needs.
But once structures are in place, what drives creativity?
With a background in material science and experience in recruiting innovation experts, Dr. Anne-Isabelle Bidegaray works closely with innovation teams on a daily basis. As she puts it: “Curiosity is essential.” Discover what else it takes to drive innovation forward.