The sustainable growth and internationalisation of companies are crucial for the competitiveness of Finland and the entire European economy.
However, succeeding in international markets requires bold initiatives, the ability to see new opportunities, and the expertise to implement unprecedented strategies.
LAB helps companies develop sustainable business and leverage intangible customer value in a constantly changing business environment. We build products, services, brands, and business models that create value for people and the planet – today and far into the future – and provide insights into the possibilities of intangible value creation through strategies and scenarios. Our special expertise lies in the commercialisation of innovations, strategic design, and futures knowledge.
LAB's strong expertise in strategic design, foresight, innovation, and commercialisation helps companies to renew and grow.
Research groups
Growth and commercialisation
By aligning RDI investments with business and addressing global changes and commercialization, there is a great potential for localized research and skill development to thrive.
Design for futures
Design's strategic, forward-looking role in enabling responsible and sustainable growth across industries and societies.
Radical Innovations lab
Makes an invasion to the field of innovations armed with human-driven design theories and methodologies emphasizing foresight, creative design thinking and systems thinking.
Responsible business and sustainable value creation
The research group approaches responsible business and sustainable value creation from a phenomenon-based and multidisciplinary perspective, addressing themes such as responsible working life, environmental management, sustainable business models, and social responsibility.
