Knowledge, Creativity, and Innovation: Developing Boundaries Vision for the Knowledge Society

By Mitsuru Kodama

This book offers a comprehensive exploration of creativity development in the modern knowledge-driven world. It presents innovative theoretical models alongside real-world case studies, focusing on how individuals and organizations can generate new knowledge by navigating and integrating diverse boundaries across disciplines. Drawing from fields such as business, management, psychology, science, engineering, and design, it examines the interplay of intrinsic motivation, social perspectives, and creativity in fostering innovation.

By introducing groundbreaking concepts like "boundaries vision," "knowledge difference," and "convergence knowledge," it provides valuable insights into how creativity can be nurtured through interdisciplinary collaboration. It demonstrates how diverse knowledge can be integrated to create groundbreaking products, services, and business models. With a focus on practical applications, this work is ideal for those looking to harness creative thinking to drive innovation in the knowledge society. The integration of these concepts with high-tech case studies makes it relevant for professionals and scholars across industries.

It is essential reading for academics, researchers, advanced students, and practitioners interested in creativity development, organizational change, and innovation. It is especially relevant for those in management, entrepreneurship, and research fields seeking to understand and apply cutting-edge theories of knowledge creation. Readers across interdisciplinary fields will find this work a vital resource for exploring how the integration of diverse knowledge fuels the future of innovation.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1041103999
• ISBN13: 9781041103998
• Release Date: August 2026
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 266 Pages