Neurodiversity and Enterprise Innovation

Thought Leadership Analysis of the Interrelation between Neurodiversity & Innovation Across Industries

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Situation

Our client wanted to better understand how neuroinclusion can be a driver for innovation and growth within an enterprise.

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Objective

The objective was to support our client in the creation of a thought leadership piece on the interrelation of neurodiversity and innovation across industries.

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Our Work

10EQS assessed how neurodiverse individuals contribute unique perspectives that can lead to innovation solutions and positive outcomes, including the advantages, challenges, organizational approaches, and learning & development strategies. 10EQS evaluated specific business examples of neurodiverse teams working toward the creation of innovative ideas and initiatives.

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Project Team

• Ex-Deloitte Management Consultant with extensive strategy and innovation industry experience
• Ex-KPMG Consultant specialized in life sciences & healthcare, supporting content synthesis
• Associate Consultant conducting secondary research
• 10EQS Delivery Operations (=PMO) providing quality assurance, process management and expert recruitment
• 15 industry experts

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Industry experts (sample)

• VP Global Social Impact & Innovation – Online Education Platform (US)
• Sr. Technical Director, Global Innovation – Multinational Manufacturer (US)
• Head of Enterprise Product Transformation – Financial Services Company (US)
• VP Innovation & Product Delivery – Marine Electronics Company (US)
• Principle Director, Innovation Integration Operations – Global Retail Company (US)

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Results

The insights helped our client understand that while neurodivergent individuals often bring unique value to teams, this is difficult to demonstrate and can sometimes inhibit leadership buy-in. However, the results also explored the best ways to address these obstacles including trust, communication, emerging technology enablers, and leadership alignment.