Identify a need (maybe just a desire) or problem.  Accomplish something to improves what is happening or allow for something to exist that did not before.

Figure out what you want to do?

• Basic Research – Original investigation that may not have a specific objective.
• Applied Research – Investigation with the intent of solving a problem.

Put together the pieces that will solve the problem.

Develop a reliable process that produces the solution.  May include considerations for manufacturing, packaging, distribution.

Communicate across various channels, notifying people of its existence followed by the process of adoption.

Address expected or unexpected impacts that may occur, that could make the innovation a success or make it a failure