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Cracking the Incremental Paradigm of Japanese Creativity
Author(s) -
Proctor Tony,
Tan Kim Hua,
Fuse Kensuke
Publication year - 2004
Publication title -
creativity and innovation management
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.148
H-Index - 60
eISSN - 1467-8691
pISSN - 0963-1690
DOI - 10.1111/j.0963-1690.2004.00310.x
Subject(s) - creativity , process (computing) , plan (archaeology) , paradigm shift , process management , key (lock) , work (physics) , psychology , epistemology , computer science , knowledge management , management science , sociology , engineering ethics , business , history , social psychology , economics , philosophy , engineering , mechanical engineering , computer security , archaeology , operating system
This paper points out the differences between incremental and paradigm shift approaches to creativity in management that exists between Japanese and Western schools of thought. A number of examples are used to illustrate how a systematic incremental process that places emphasis on continuous improvement is key to Japanese creativity in management. A framework that captures the cornerstones of Japanese creativity is outlined. The paper concludes by discussing the contribution of this research and outlines a plan for further work.
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