This paper discusses the links between collaboration and innovation. It illustrates the increased penetration of many types of communications technologies, and discusses the ways in which the collaboration enabled by these tools - within and outside the enterprise - can enhance the ability of organisations to generate and capitalize upon innovative ideas.

In this paper you will read how

• Collaboration is changing from private to public conversations where others add input to a person's knowledge
• Collaboration can set the stage for profitable growth
• Collaboration tools enable people, teams and communities to work together and build innovation through communication