The use of innovation awards in the public sector: Individual and organizational perspectives

Abstract

This paper examines innovation awards in the public sector from both the perspective of the individual and the organization. Using the individual perspective, we look at two types of motivations (intrinsic and extrinsic) and their link to innovation. We agree with the literature which suggests that intrinsic motivations are positively related to innovation. We also examine the relationship between extrinsic motivations and innovation, finding mixed evidence of a positive relationship, and little evidence that extrinsic motivation is negatively related to innovation. From the organizational perspective, we identify differences between the public and private sectors in providing incentives to innovate. We examine the use of innovation awards as an incentive to innovate, finding both positive and negative consequences.

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