This PPT slide, part of the 24-slide Global Innovation Management Primer PowerPoint presentation, presents a framework for understanding the roles of overseas subsidiaries in global innovation management. It categorizes subsidiaries into 4 distinct roles based on 2 key dimensions: the importance of the overseas region and the capability of the subsidiary. The roles identified are Strategic Leader, Contributor, Implementer, and Blackhole.
The positioning of these roles on a matrix highlights that only 2 of them—Strategic Leader and Implementer—are deemed desirable for effective innovation. A Strategic Leader is characterized by high capability and high importance of the overseas region, indicating that such subsidiaries can drive significant innovation initiatives aligned with corporate strategy. On the other hand, an Implementer has lower capability, but still operates in a region of high importance, suggesting that while they may not lead innovation efforts, they effectively execute strategies laid out by the headquarters.
The slide also emphasizes the challenges faced in fostering innovation, particularly the disconnect between local leadership and the strategic vision of the parent company. Local leaders may not recognize or prioritize the opportunities identified by top management, which can stifle innovation. The text suggests that for a productive relationship between the parent corporation and its foreign subsidiaries, it is crucial that subsidiaries either take on the role of Strategic Leader or Implementer. This alignment is essential for ensuring that the subsidiary's operations contribute positively to the overall strategic objectives of the organization.
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