Innovation has never been more vital – and more complex. The International Innovation Barometer 2026 (IIB 2026), now in its 7th annual edition, provides an unparalleled look at how organisations across 17 countries and 6 sectors are adapting, investing, and collaborating to stay competitive in a rapidly changing world.
From boardrooms to R&D labs, innovation is shifting from being a growth driver to a strategic necessity for resilience, competitiveness, and security. This year’s findings reveal how companies are balancing cost pressures with creativity, embracing artificial intelligence as a top priority, and rethinking their innovation strategies in light of national security risks.
What’s inside the IIB 2026 report?
Based on insights from 850 CEOs, CFOs, CTOs, heads of R&D, and innovation leaders, this edition explores three critical themes shaping the global innovation landscape:
- Innovation endures: Despite economic turbulence, 96% of companies now have dedicated innovation teams, with AI surpassing all other priorities.
- Optimising innovation: Businesses are seeking every advantage, whether through collaboration, international direct funding programmes, or new offshoring strategies to optimise R&D outcomes.
- National security & innovation: 93% of firms now factoring security risks into strategy. Thus, innovation is increasingly driven by cybersecurity, dual-use technologies, and public–private partnerships.
Why download the Barometer?
- Benchmark your organisation against global leaders.
- Uncover funding trends, from self-financing to the rise of equity and grants.
- Learn how companies are tackling the talent shortage, now the number one barrier to innovation.
- Gain foresight into the future of AI, cybersecurity, and dual-use technologies as innovation priorities.
Download your free copy of the IIB 2026 today to find out more
Who should read this report?
This is essential reading for business leaders, R&D directors, policymakers, and innovation professionals seeking data-driven insight into global innovation strategies.
Stay ahead of the curve
The International Innovation Barometer 2026 is more than a snapshot, it’s a roadmap for navigating the opportunities and challenges of innovation today. Whether you lead a multinational or a fast-scaling SME, the insights will help you future-proof your strategy, align with global trends, and unlock value from your innovation investment.
Download the 7th Annual IIB 2026 today and equip your business to thrive in an age where innovation is not optional, it’s essential.