Intro
In today’s fast-changing business landscape, innovation is critical for long-term success. Organizations need structured processes, leadership support, and a culture that fosters continuous improvement. ISO 56000 Readiness in My360 helps companies evaluate their innovation maturity, identify capability gaps, and develop a structured Innovation Management System (IMS) aligned with ISO 56002 principles.
🚀 ISO 56001 is now launched as a certifiable standard. While My360 does not generate ISO 56001 certification reports, it helps organizations assess their innovation readiness and prepare for certification by identifying areas for improvement.
This article explores how ISO 56000 Readiness is assessed in My360, how scores are calculated, and how organizations can use these insights to drive innovation excellence.
What is ISO 56000 Readiness?
ISO 56000 Readiness is a structured evaluation of an organization's innovation management capabilities. It assesses 16 key innovation aspects across 8 core principles from ISO 56002, providing actionable insights into strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement.
📌 Why is this important?
✅ Helps organizations align with ISO 56002 best practices.
✅ Identifies capability gaps that need improvement.
✅ Prepares businesses for ISO 56001 certification.
✅ Supports leadership in making innovation-driven decisions.
How to Access ISO 56000 Readiness in My360
🔎 Step-by-Step Guide to Running the Assessment:
Log into My360 and navigate to the Capability Analyzer.
Use filters to analyze results by company, business unit, or department.
Click "Select area of analysis" and choose ISO Readiness.
Click "Update" to generate the report.
The system will display your ISO 56000 Readiness Score along with a detailed breakdown of strengths and weaknesses.
Save your results for future comparison or use the Advanced Diagram Clipboard for deeper analysis.
📊 Key Features:
✔ Compare multiple business units using the Company Filters.
✔ Track progress over time with the Date Filter.
✔ Identify areas of strength and weakness using My360’s structured evaluation.
Understanding the ISO 56000 Readiness Scoring Methodology
ISO 56000 Readiness in My360 follows a structured scoring methodology, assessing eight core ISO 56002 principles through data-driven evaluations.
ISO 56002 Readiness Scoring Scale:
1 = Not Ready (No structured innovation approach).
2 = Limited Readiness (Basic innovation efforts, but unstructured).
3 = Moderate Readiness (Structured innovation, but gaps exist).
4 = High Readiness (Well-developed system, minor improvements needed).
5 = Fully Ready (Best-in-class innovation management).
How Scores Are Calculated
Each ISO 56002 principle is mapped to specific innovation capabilities, measured through survey responses and structured assessments.
ISO 56002 Principle | ISO 56002 Paragraph Mapping | Innovation360 Framework Mapping | Scoring Methodology |
Management Buy-in | IMP 2, 5.1 | % of Innovators in Management | 1 if < 20%, up to 5 if 100% |
Organizational Buy-in | IMP 4, 5.3, 6.3 | % of Innovators among Employees | 1 if < 20%, up to 5 if 100% |
Strategy for Innovation | IMP 3, 5.1.3, 5.1.4 | 0-3 Innovation Strategies (Radical, Incremental, Profit/Market) | 0 = 1, 1 = 3, 6-7 = 5 |
Clear Vision & Objectives | IMP 3, 5.1, 5.2 | Capability Clear Vision | Average, 0 to 5, if under 1 = 1 |
Leadership for Innovation | IMP 2, 5.1 | Leadership Styles | 0 = 1 point, 4-5 Leadership Styles = 5 |
Innovation Management System & Process | IMP 5, 4.1, 4.3, 8.2, 8.3.6 | Innovation Process | 5 in H1-H3, 0 = blocking, 1 point per horizon |
Supportive Culture | IMP 4, 4.4.3 | Culture Map | Average, 0 to 5, if under 1 = 1 |
Innovation Metrics in Place | IMP 8, 8.1, 9.1, 9.11.2 | Learning & Process Metrics | Average, 0 to 5, if under 1 = 1 |
📌 Key Takeaways:
✅ Each score is calculated based on structured innovation data.
✅ Different weights are assigned to various capabilities to provide a balanced evaluation.
✅ Industry leaders tend to score 4-5 in most areas, while companies new to innovation score between 1-3.
How to Use ISO 56000 Readiness Insights for Business Growth
Once you have your ISO 56000 Readiness Score, it’s time to take actionable steps to improve your innovation maturity.
🔍 Step 1: Identify Strengths and Weaknesses
High Scores (4-5) → Leverage these as competitive advantages.
Moderate Scores (2-3) → Identify areas that need improvement.
Low Scores (1) → Address urgent capability gaps.
📈 Step 2: Develop a Targeted Innovation Strategy
Low Leadership Buy-in? → Improve executive engagement and sponsorship.
Weak Organizational Buy-in? → Increase employee innovation participation.
Poor Innovation Process Scores? → Implement structured innovation workflows.
🔄 Step 3: Monitor Progress Over Time
Use My360’s Trend Analysis to track improvement.
Reassess ISO 56000 Readiness annually to measure progress.
Final Thoughts: Why ISO 56000 Readiness Matters
Innovation success requires structured planning, leadership support, and continuous improvement.
By leveraging ISO 56000 Readiness in My360, organizations can:
✅ Identify strengths and weaknesses in innovation management.
✅ Develop a structured innovation strategy.
✅ Prepare for ISO 56001 certification.