Strategic Integration of Innovation Management Practices within Complex Organizations: Emerging Models and Conceptual Insights

Introduction: The rapid pace of technological advancement and global competition has underscored the critical need for complex organizations to strategically integrate innovation management practices. This paper explores the theoretical foundations of innovation management and examines emerging models that align innovation efforts with organizational strategy. By analyzing key frameworks, such as the Resource-Based View (RBV), Open Innovation, and Dynamic Capabilities, this research highlights the challenges and opportunities organizations face in embedding innovation into their core processes. Method: This paper evaluates existing innovation management models, including Stage-Gate and Agile Innovation, and introduces emerging approaches such as Holacracy and Innovation Networks, which emphasize decentralized decision-making and cross-organizational collaboration. Key concepts such as strategic alignment, leadership roles, and technology integration are explored, providing insights into how innovation practices can be effectively integrated across complex organizational structures. Result: The research identifies cultural and structural barriers to innovation integration and suggests strategies for overcoming them. The findings suggest that when innovation management is aligned with organizational strategy, it fosters long-term sustainability, enhances competitive advantage, and drives organizational agility. Conclusion: The paper concludes by offering conceptual insights into the synergies between innovation and strategy while outlining directions for future research to further explore the integration of emerging technologies and external innovation ecosystems.