--- title: The Innovation System – Online Innovation Coaching Program description: The Innovation System is Viima's Online Coaching Program for Corporate Innovators. This online innovation course is proven to lead to more innovation! image: https://www.viima.com/hubfs/The%20Innovation%20System/Logo/the-innovation-system-icon.png --- [Skip to content](https://www.viima.com/the-innovation-system#main-content) [![HYPE Boards\_logo](https://www.viima.com/hubfs/Logos/HYPE%20Boards_logo.svg "HYPE Boards_logo")](https://www.viima.com/?hsLang=en) [Product](https://www.viima.com/product?hsLang=en) [Use Cases](https://www.viima.com/use-cases?hsLang=en) [Easy to start. Built to scale.](https://www.viima.com/use-cases?hsLang=en)   [Decentralize Innovation Empower Teams to Innovate](https://www.viima.com/decentralize-innovation?hsLang=en) [Continuous Improvement Improve your products & processes](https://www.viima.com/continuous-improvement?hsLang=en) [Discovery-Driven Innovation Explore the Viability of Your Ideas](https://www.viima.com/discovery-driven-innovation?hsLang=en) [Agile Innovation Adaptive and Efficient Innovation](https://www.viima.com/agile-innovation-software?hsLang=en) Ready to dive in? [Get Started](https://app.viima.com/signup/?promo=megamenu-double) [Customers](https://www.viima.com/customers?hsLang=en) [Pricing](https://www.viima.com/pricing?hsLang=en) [Resources](https://www.viima.com/resources?hsLang=en) [Blog The most popular innovation blog in the world](https://www.viima.com/blog?hsLang=en) [Guides & Toolkits Free guides & toolkits on everything innovation](https://www.viima.com/resources?hsLang=en) [Case Studies Learn how others innovate with HYPE Boards](https://www.viima.com/customers?hsLang=en) [YouTube Channel Videos on all things innovation](https://www.youtube.com/viima) [The Innovation Room Podcast In-depth interviews with top innovators](https://www.viima.com/innovation-room-podcast?hsLang=en) [The Innovation System Online Coaching Program for Innovators](https://www.viima.com/the-innovation-system) [![LOG IN](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/516474/interactive-159637768206.png)](https://www.viima.com/hs/cta/wi/redirect?encryptedPayload=AVxigLKOSxBvkKpS8f1mkBxbxfmnQIf1v7p8uOkF0vOWe25XMh4B%2Fr5rSmQsMiuwkX1LEukUQecGp%2BfwdULzKdOv3qb3hq8IIuNwsN9Lqs8tLjyJ72V3fB2jnyOJqFKht59D668vjDJC1GBBEC4ZOeeZ10yuFtyQFkIi91p8KIrPOC8v2uOOXmWfp6VJZmY%3D&webInteractiveContentId=159637768206&portalId=516474&hsLang=en) [![START FOR FREE](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/516474/interactive-159637768217.png)](https://www.viima.com/hs/cta/wi/redirect?encryptedPayload=AVxigLI2nMbwG27kJkGCOKCrtVvNbAZ1QzmIb6JIux4vo6jaxCXRNu1YQBhBIfRbjq%2B1mIYgYJXJ6fiGrE%2F%2FqQ26vj%2Bz06j50m94TyEOAE3RzM0%2BL%2F433engU4fpcO8msDyekmqYyjlO7PolkQsBGAyOHAi5WiBEn%2FzUk0COpBAP%2BQTuJXLxBkUnTTXqnf5E0KzT%2Fs9D%2FnTHNq98vlqn1Qo1tI%2Bt&webInteractiveContentId=159637768217&portalId=516474&hsLang=en) # The Innovation System HYPE's Online Coaching Program for Top Innovators. [Sign up now!](https://www.viima.com/the-innovation-system#pricing) ![the-innovation-system-icon](https://www.viima.com/hubfs/The%20Innovation%20System/the-innovation-system-icon.svg "the-innovation-system-icon") ## Introducing The Innovation System We've had the privilege of working closely with hundreds of companies that are trying to innovate, and have seen what works and what doesn't. So, in 2020, we set out to create a program, together with our customers, that **provides innovators with a proven system** **for making innovation happen**, and after a lot of hard work, it's finally here. The Innovation System has been **designed for leaders, managers, and employees of medium and large organizations**, so it takes into account all of the challenges corporate innovators face on a daily basis. ## What's included? Succeeding in innovation requires knowledge, the right skills and practices, as well as a lot of hard work. We've designed this program to speed up you and your organization on that journey. ### Online Course You'll get access to four modules consisting of **26 video lectures**, transcriptions, exercises and recommended materials and reading lists. Everything you need to know about innovation is now in **roughly 7 hours** **of easily digestable video**. ### Tools, Templates & Examples The course comes with **10+ editable PowerPoint and Excel templates** packed with useful frameworks, **plenty of practical examples**. We'll also point you towards additional tools that will help you with the job of making more innovation happen. ### Peer Matchmaking Innovation is often a lonely job, so participants can opt-in to be included in peer matchmaking. We'll then seek to connect you with likeminded innovators to provide you with peer support, mentoring, benchmarking and unique networking opportunities. ### Certification All too often, corporate innovators are more talk than action. We not only teach you to make innovation happen, but also help you showcase your chops by providing an innovation certificate for those completing the program. ### 100% Innovation Guarantee We're confident the Innovation System will work for any organization, and we're willing to put our money where our mouth is. If you follow the System and aren't able to make progress with innovation, you'll get 100% of your money back. ### 1-on-1 Coaching with an Innovation Expert An experienced coach can help lead you the right way from the get go. If you purchase the Pro plan and are also a Viima software user, you'll  get complimentary 1-on-1 coaching from one of our Innovation Experts. [Sign up now!](https://www.viima.com/the-innovation-system#pricing) ### Program Overview The Innovation System consists of four modules walking you through every aspect of innovation management, with practical tools & examples. ##### 1. Fundamentals Understanding the basics of innovation management, learning how top innovators operate, and comparing that to how your organization currently operates. ![The Innovation System Module 1 content](https://www.viima.com/hs-fs/hubfs/The%20Innovation%20System/Screenshots/Screenshot%202023-05-08%20at%2017.56.52.png?width=709&height=282&name=Screenshot%202023-05-08%20at%2017.56.52.png) ##### 2. From Vision to an Actionable Plan Learn what makes an effective innovation strategy, and how to turn that into an actionable plan your organization can actually work on implementing. ![The Innovation System Module 2 content](https://www.viima.com/hs-fs/hubfs/The%20Innovation%20System/Screenshots/Screenshot%202023-05-08%20at%2017.57.00.png?width=711&height=329&name=Screenshot%202023-05-08%20at%2017.57.00.png) ##### 3. Making Innovation Happen Learn to craft effective processes and organisational structures that facilitate innovation. Overcoming common practical challenges that obstruct innovation. ![The Innovation System Module 3 content](https://www.viima.com/hs-fs/hubfs/The%20Innovation%20System/Screenshots/Screenshot%202023-05-08%20at%2017.57.08.png?width=713&height=284&name=Screenshot%202023-05-08%20at%2017.57.08.png) ##### 4. Scaling Innovation Learn how to shape culture, scale your impact across the organization, and come up with more impactful new innovations. ![The Innovation System Module 4 content](https://www.viima.com/hs-fs/hubfs/The%20Innovation%20System/Screenshots/Screenshot%202023-05-08%20at%2017.57.21.png?width=710&height=332&name=Screenshot%202023-05-08%20at%2017.57.21.png) ## Become a Top Innovator, Starting Today. Learning how top innovators operate has never been easier or more affordable. Plus, if you don't get tangible value from completing the Program, you'll get a full refund. ## Individual $497 For individual innovators or leaders. --- - One user license - Lifetime access to all course material - 10+ downloadable tools & templates - Peer matchmaking & mentoring - Certificate of completion - Full innovation guarantee [Buy Now](https://cta-service-cms2.hubspot.com/web-interactives/public/v1/track/click?encryptedPayload=AVxigLJ3cE7rwONPG7WZ9OlkZmLrj4CNC8mmKkBckekQFLHr%2F2DYIcV6qx0HwddS344WrI8iL0%2BMuXfY5eV7tKAGX%2FiBiU7%2Fz3WXdOdjoI1aGgPhGrEdPmR1XqVwr9RhTFiQ0QJMta6vVXAwPvQbFZ7%2BAOVLHkwkMF%2BTYXCb%2BkqJjs1hQbrDZ9WVTkSPdZjuDjdDKu83bOlzbIsIL3MSiSMIyTKQ&portalId=516474) ## Pro $199/mo For organizations with multiple innovation leaders or managers. --- - Unlimited user licenses - Access to all course material - 10+ downloadable tools & templates - Peer matchmaking & mentoring - Certificate of completion - Full innovation guarantee - 1-on-1 coaching [Buy Now](https://cta-service-cms2.hubspot.com/web-interactives/public/v1/track/click?encryptedPayload=AVxigLJ8gsRUDIoIUO90HPuHvMMVpzSTl%2FoBtcHDEk9TlOi8Lhs3UEZpAl1oBGt8AX28U%2Fe6dIOVjVkNYYdQAuJ5jp%2F1MhAfeieC7egM5LyY1uLh0Sax%2BS4ZtXnUfCsRpN7FJqCgA3tSJo79kd35oLqzDSyIJJXePDqX9tmTtD7sfaGXuBIuyfqISiD2Ahvl3lUTvbwO6oHyKLHf138AhOXgZF6P&portalId=516474) Pro plan requires an annual subscription. Prices don't include VAT, which will be added if applicable. FULL INNOVATION GUARANTEE ## Innovation Guaranteed, or 100% of Your Money Back! We're confident the Innovation System will work for any organization, and we're willing to put our money where our mouth is. If you follow the System, and aren't able to make progress with innovation, you'll get 100% of your money back. That's an offer you won't get elsewhere. ![Soila Kananen testimonial for The Innovation System](https://www.viima.com/hs-fs/hubfs/People/References/Soila_Kananen_Valio_bw-600px.jpg?width=600&height=600&name=Soila_Kananen_Valio_bw-600px.jpg) The Innovation System brings together the different elements of innovation management in a simple manner, which makes it an interesting way to get an overall picture of what innovation management really takes. The exercises made it easy to bring the theory into practice, and I was able to take some of these into use right away by realizing what to focus on next! Soila Kananen Innovation Manager, Valio ## 20,000+ organizations across the globe innovate with Viima. ![Signify Viima reference logo](https://www.viima.com/hubfs/Reference_Logos/signify-logo-square.png) [![If Insurance Viima reference logo](https://www.viima.com/hubfs/Reference_Logos/if_logo_square.png)](https://www.if-insurance.com/) ![Loreal Viima reference logo](https://www.viima.com/hubfs/Reference_Logos/Loreal-reference-logo.png) ![SGS Viima reference logo](https://www.viima.com/hubfs/Reference_Logos/sgs-logo-square.svg) ![Ambev Viima reference logo](https://www.viima.com/hubfs/Reference_Logos/ambev-logo-square.svg) ![CMA CGM Viima reference logo](https://www.viima.com/hubfs/Reference_Logos/cmacgm_logo_square.svg) ### Frequently Asked Questions Who is The Innovation System for? We've developed The Innovation System with corporate innovators in mind. So, **if you work in a medium or large organization, and have "innovation", "new business", "product development", "growth" etc. in your title, this course is the perfect fit for you.** Most of our pilot customers have been innovation managers at large organizations, but it doesn't matter if you're C-level, director, manager, or individual contributor, we've tailored the course content so that it is understandable, useful, and practical regardless of your place in the organization. If you work in a startup or a small company, or would simply like to learn more about innovation, we're confident that you'll still learn a lot from the program, it's just that many of the practical processes, tools, and frameworks might not be as useful for you as they will be for people in the aforementioned positions. What kind of results can I expect? The exact benefits and results obviously vary widely depending on what your current role is, how experienced an innovator you are,  and how advanced your organization is, so it's very difficult to try to generalize these. **For beginners**, the course provides a great overview on innovation, and on how to make it work in a large organization. It also walks you through the process of creating your own "Innovation System", comprising of strategy, processes, practices, etc., so if you're starting from a clean slate, you'll be getting all of that directly from the program, saving you a lot of time, money, and effort. **For intermediates**, or those who already know quite a bit about innovation, and whose organizations already have an innovation program in place, the course will help you gauge where you are, and provide you with plenty of new ideas, tools and frameworks to help you improve your innovation work. We also had a few **advanced innovators**  test the program, and they obviously have the least to win, but have still said that they learned something new from every module, and also got quite a few valuable, practical ideas on what they could still do better going forward. So, suffice to say, regardless of who you are, if you're interested in corporate innovation, we're very confident that your ROI for the time and money spent will be high. Can I get my employer to pay for this? Excellent question! For most, the answer should be yes. In general, there are two ways: - Business unit budget - Learning & Education budget No matter your role, but especially so for those in innovation related roles, we're confident that if you complete the program, and apply what you've learned, you'll be able to create significant value for your organization. As such, it shouldn't be too hard for you to get your supervisor or head of unit to grant you budget to participate in the course. However, to achieve this, we have a **few tips for you**: - Tell them how much **time this will save** **time** from you having to do everything yourself - Tell them about our unique **Innovation Guarantee**, which means that if there's no value in taking the course, they'll get a full refund - Tell them that the program costs less than one day of management consulting, is **available for everyone in your organization**, comes with 1-on-1 consulting, offers a step-by-step program along with a dozen templates, and could help everyone get on the same page when it comes to innovation (Pro plan) - Optionally, tell that you will take the course on your own time, not during work When you put these together, it should be a no-brainer for your boss to say yes! Alternatively, most medium and large companies have a budget for learning and continuous education of their employees, within which the Individual version of the program has been designed to fit, both in terms of the content, and the budget. So, ask your supervisor or HR about what kind of opportunities your organization offers, and whether you'd be eligible for this budget. How long does it take to complete the Program? Watching the videos, and browsing through the course material will take **roughly 10 hours**. In addition, there are also practical exercises on most lessons that are designed to either: **A)** help with your work on your innovation program **B)** provide you with opportunities to reflect on where you currently are, and what could be the right steps going forward These exercises are estimated to take the average innovation manager **around 20 hours**. Depending on your own experience, and the maturity of your organization, this can take slightly less, and in some situations quite a bit longer than that. However, almost all of that work you're going to need to do at some point anyway, so it's not likely to go to waste. For those who participate in the peer matchmaking and 1-on-1 coaching, those are expected to take an additional 8 hours each. So, if you put all of that together, we're looking at **approximately one full time work week**. However, for most, it isn't possible to take an entire week from all of the regular work you do at once, so what we recommend most people to do is to **block half a day from their calendars for a period of roughly 8-10 weeks.** Of course, everything you do on the course is for your own good, so if you're pressed for time and there's a module or two you're the most interested in, you can just take those parts and get a lot of value from them with much less time spent. How does the Full Innovation Guarantee work? We are very confident that the Innovation System is the best corporate innovation program or course out there, and that it **will be able to help any organization make more innovation happen**. As such, we're willing to put our money where our mouth is by providing you with a **full, 100% money-back guarantee** if you are unable to make progress with innovation in your organization after applying the teachings and methods from the program (within 12 months of the original purchase). So far, this is yet to happen with hundreds of innovators having already completed the course. As far as we know, this is pretty unique. Anyway, should you be the first one to require a refund, simply[contact us](https://www.viima.com/contact-us?hsLang=en), and we'll make it happen. Should this happen, we'd love to have a chat to learn why we've failed you! How does the 1-on-1 Coaching work? Pro Plan customers are entitled to four 1-on-1  sessions together with one of Viima's coaches, one after each module. Each session is one-hour in length. Once you've signed up for the program, you will be requested to fill in a simple survey, based on which you'll be connected with one of our coaches who will then be in touch with you. You can together agree on the agenda of each session in advance to make the most out of your time together. To be eligible for 1-on-1 coaching, you do need to be a user of the[Viima software](https://www.viima.com/product?hsLang=en) for maximum effect. If you are not yet an existing customer, you can simply sign up for our free Basic plan. How does the Peer Matchmaking work? Once you've signed up for the course, we'll ask if you'd like to participate in our matchmaking program. If you opt-in, we'll seek to connect you with another innovator who has signed up for the program and has similar interests as you do. Trying to innovate within a corporation can often be a lonely job, so we've seen how peer connections between likeminded individuals in other companies can be tremendously valuable. **Common themes include:** - Peer support - Peer mentoring - Benchmarking - Networking Please note that we unfortunately can't guarantee that there is a match for everyone, as this is highly dependent on the timing and availability of other course participants, as well as your specific circumstances. We won't, for example, pair direct competitors with one another. As a disclaimer, we aren't responsible for what you decide to do – or not do – during the collaboration together with your peer. Nor can we vouch for the communication and behavior of your peer. We will, however, do our best to help both of you make the most out of it! Does it work for my industry? In a nutshell, yes. There's plenty of room for innovation in every industry. While the prevailing culture and current state of things might be wildly different in different industries, the principles, systems and frameworks are, for the most part, the same. As are the practical things corporate innovators need to be working on.  To make the point, we've developed The Innovation System in close collaboration with a number of pilot customers from various industries like heavy industrials, CPG (food & beverages), software, and professional services. All of the pilot customers across industries found the course very helpful and effective. Who are you, and why should I believe you? At Viima, we're the kind of company that believes in actions speaking louder than words. However, we'll do our best to make the point here. Viima is **the company behind the most widely used and highest rated innovation management software out there** (as voted by customers). Since founding the company in 2013, more than 20,000 organizations from more than 185 countries, from startups to the Global Fortune 500, are using our platform. We've worked closely with hundreds of them, and have seen up close what works and what doesn't. Our mission is to help democratize innovation, so we've also invested a lot of time and money in researching and understanding the state-of-art in innovation, and are trying to do our best to share as much of that knowledge as possible. Usually that happens via [our blog](https://www.viima.com/blog?hsLang=en), which is also **the #1 most popular innovation blog in the world**. If you want to get a taste of how we see things, and what we believe in, before you make your purchase decision, I'd recommend you take a look at some of the posts from there, for example: - [Pace of Innovation – The Ultimate Competitive Advantage](https://www.viima.com/blog/pace-of-innovation?hsLang=en) - [Innovation Culture – The Ultimate Guide](https://www.viima.com/blog/innovation-culture?hsLang=en) - [Innovation Maturity Matrix – A Model To Successful Innovation Transformation](https://www.viima.com/blog/innovation-maturity-matrix?hsLang=en) - [Innovation Management – The Complete Guide](https://www.viima.com/blog/innovation-management?hsLang=en) These are a bit of a teaser of what's to come on the course. Some of the same points, plus plenty more, will be discussed in more detail during the Program, and we'll also provide you with plenty of practical examples and advice mixed in. And, if you still don't believe in us, remember that **with our 100% money-back guarantee, it's completely risk free to join the program**. If it won't help you make a difference, we'll happily return your money. Which plan is included in Viima's Unlimited subscription? As you may have seen, customers of Viima's [Unlimited Plan](https://www.viima.com/pricing?hsLang=en) also get complimentary access to the Pro plan of The Innovation System. This means that you can **request access to The Innovation System for as many employees as you'd like to!** It's really a great way to get your whole team on the same page to drive [innovation at scale](https://www.viima.com/blog/innovation-maturity-matrix?hsLang=en) across the organization, which is key for long-term innovation success. The only difference is that the regular 1-on-1 coaching on the Pro plan will be replaced with whatever support plan you've chosen for your use of Viima's software. By doing that, we can ensure that learnings from the course will actually transfer into practice. If you're already an Unlimited Plan customer, please contact your Viima account manager for access to the program. Do you offer discounts or sponsorships? **We're on mission to democratize innovation**, so we work hard to make the Innovation System as affordable as possible, and to make it available to as many people as possible. However, we understand that for some, the financial commitment that this course requires may still be significant. Viima's founders were students when they founded the company, so we do get it. As such, we do offer full sponsorships and partial discounts for students and bootstrapped entrepreneurs with minimal funding on a case-by-case basis. Please leave your inquiries [here](https://www.viima.com/contact-us?hsLang=en), along with proof of your status. [Sign up now!](https://www.viima.com/the-innovation-system#pricing) [![Hype\_Logo\_white](https://www.viima.com/hs-fs/hubfs/HYPE/Hype_Logo_white.png?width=180&height=51&name=Hype_Logo_white.png "Hype_Logo_white")](https://www.viima.com?hsLang=en) [Follow Viima on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/90989) [Follow Viima on YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/viima) We make software that helps companies connect people with ideas, to drive innovation and transformation forward. [Contact us today](https://www.hypeinnovation.com/contact-us) - [Home](https://www.viima.com) - [Product](https://www.viima.com/product) - [Customers](https://www.viima.com/customers) - [Pricing](https://www.viima.com/pricing) - [Blog](https://www.viima.com/blog) - [Resources](https://www.viima.com/resources) - [Contact](https://www.viima.com/contact) - [Company](https://www.hypeinnovation.com/about) - [For Press](https://www.viima.com/press) - [Use Cases](https://www.viima.com/use-cases) - [Decentralize Innovation](https://www.viima.com/decentralize-innovation) - [Discovery-Driven Innovation](https://www.viima.com/discovery-driven-innovation) - [Continuous Improvement](https://www.viima.com/continuous-improvement) - [Agile Innovation](https://www.viima.com/agile-innovation-software) - [The Innovation System](https://www.viima.com/the-innovation-system) [![START FOR FREE](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/516474/interactive-159637768217.png)](https://www.viima.com/hs/cta/wi/redirect?encryptedPayload=AVxigLI2nMbwG27kJkGCOKCrtVvNbAZ1QzmIb6JIux4vo6jaxCXRNu1YQBhBIfRbjq%2B1mIYgYJXJ6fiGrE%2F%2FqQ26vj%2Bz06j50m94TyEOAE3RzM0%2BL%2F433engU4fpcO8msDyekmqYyjlO7PolkQsBGAyOHAi5WiBEn%2FzUk0COpBAP%2BQTuJXLxBkUnTTXqnf5E0KzT%2Fs9D%2FnTHNq98vlqn1Qo1tI%2Bt&webInteractiveContentId=159637768217&portalId=516474&hsLang=en) [![BOOK DEMO](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/516474/interactive-159637635331.png)](https://www.viima.com/hs/cta/wi/redirect?encryptedPayload=AVxigLKO3SfuSWof12%2FnwEf%2FqPWYqba8yPK%2FH9qTCTXpVqFfpy2mIKOYJorM2EaZKLed9HucZbR2gleYeOPYxWG%2FkZpLOeQqVpsffENuEHHSAybT7miSJtDuTw8oa56VJNlqYlCDrisjgK%2Fm7eAAXNA%2B%2Fiefs%2BS1y%2BvpLaIIn6YyIFILXprZWOodJ1OaxuomHYOSeIFH7uY%3D&webInteractiveContentId=159637635331&portalId=516474&hsLang=en) © 2026 HYPE Innovation. All rights reserved. [Privacy Policy](https://www.hypeinnovation.com/about/privacy). ```json { "@context" : "http://schema.org", "@type" : "Organization", "address" : { "@type" : "PostalAddress", "addressCountry" : "Finland", "addressLocality" : "Espoo", "addressRegion" : "Uusimaa", "postalCode" : "", "streetAddress" : "Tapiontori 3 C 4" }, "alternateName" : "The Platform Empowering Your Organization to Innovate Everything, Everywhere", "areaServed" : { "@type" : "GeoCircle", "geoMidpoint" : { "@type" : "GeoCoordinates", "latitude" : "+60.1734881", "longitude" : "+24.8296171" }, "geoRadius" : "6400 km" }, "description" : "The HYPE Boards Innovation Platform is simple and easy to use, yet incredibly flexible, powerful and scalable. Built for agility, HYPE Boards empowers teams to innovate at the speed of change across the organization.", "email" : "contact@viima.com", "image" : "https://www.viima.com/hubfs/Logos/HYPE%20Boards%20logo.png", "logo" : "https://www.viima.com/hubfs/Logos/HYPE%20Boards%20logo.png", "mainEntityOfPage" : { "@id" : "https://www.viima.com/the-innovation-system", "@type" : "WebPage", "description" : "The Innovation System is Viima's Online Coaching Program for Corporate Innovators. This online innovation course is proven to lead to more innovation!" }, "name" : "HYPE Innovation", "sameAs" : [ "https://www.facebook.com/hypeinnovationboards/", "https://twitter.com/teamviima", "https://www.linkedin.com/company/viima/", "https://www.youtube.com/Viima" ], "telephone" : "+358408297811", "url" : "http://www.viima.com" } ```