Now apply the following criteria to determine if you can make a persuasive case for the innovation. 1. Compelling  Do you have a clear purpose and vision?  What will happen if you do not innovate? 2. Credible  Is your innovation based on solid data?  Do you have historical examples and trends? 3....

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