Innovation with SocietyInside involves people & has a social purpose...without causing more problems than it solves
What do we do?
The name SocietyInside is a riff off the famous brand ‘Intelinside’ and aims to encapsulate the aspiration that we reverse-engineer innovation from the needs of society rather than just create technologies which are in an eternal search for a home.
We explore the purpose, risks, ethics, stakeholder involvement and governance of these technologies through research, writing and stakeholder involvement as well as acting as a sounding board & critical friend.
The name SocietyInside is a riff off the famous brand ‘Intelinside’ and aims to encapsulate the aspiration that we reverse-engineer innovation from the needs of society rather than just create technologies which are in an eternal search for a home.
We explore the purpose, risks, ethics, stakeholder involvement and governance of these technologies through research, writing and stakeholder involvement as well as acting as a sounding board & critical friend.
Responsible Innovation...
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Click on the sectors below for some ideas on why, how and where these Principles can be applied across the innovation process.
Business
Innovation is essential for ongoing business success. But new approaches can bring new risks, uncertainties & responsibilities. Responsible Innovation asks companies to humanise their approach to innovation; to rethink their innovation strategy & demonstrate an empowering social purpose, better manage risks & commitment to involve their stakeholders in this process.
Universities
Universities deliver much of the fundamental research which underpins innovation and the science & social science which helps us understand more about the world. Responsible Innovation asks new & challenging questions about the role & responsibilities of Universities and individual researchers, but it also puts them at the heart of creating a more socially responsive approach......
Funders
Those who provide the money for research & innovation also face new challenges & responsibilities. Funders of academic research, Innovation Accelerators, Investors & others have a fundamental role in shaping the focus & trajectory of innovation. Responsible Innovation challenges them to think more deeply about their role, what they fund & the criteria for success they insist upon......
Policy
The role of policy makers is fundamental in shaping innovation - among many other things, they set innovation strategy; define priorities; catalyse funding and facilitate appropriate governance. Responsible Innovation proposes that policy makers think more carefully about using their role for the common good & involve society including the public, in this process...
Public
Individuals and societies across the world have varying views on the value and acceptability of the many innovations which are shaping our lives - but without our support, they will not succeed. Innovations which are empowering, which respond to our needs and help solve some of the most challenging problems of our age will build vibrant societies & gain popular support...
CSOs
Civil Society Organisations - from campaigners to unions, consumer groups to charities - all play a vital role in shaping the future. They develop new thinking, deliver vital services, represent public views & hold organisations to account. Responsible Innovation empowers them to make a difference, but asks that they too reflect on playing their part responsibly.
About us
Are we a Think Tank? Are we an NGO? Are we a Strategic Advisory Firm? After much thought, we’ve given up trying to find the right box to put ourselves in! We are all of those....
What do we do?
We help people with the ethics of new technologies - how to work with their stakeholders to use new technologies for empowerment and social good, how to think through the potential problems in advance and build the trustworthiness of their approach...
Our people
Hilary is the director of SocietyInside but has worked with colleagues Adrian, Mike & Daan over a number of years....
