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Second Presentation of “Innovation in 100 Questions” Held in Baku
The second presentation of the book Innovation in 100 Questions took place on September 15, 2026, at the Maqsud Ibrahimbeyov Creative Center in Baku. The event brought together innovation experts, academics, media representatives, and guests interested in innovation. Anna Ibrahimbeyova, Head of the Maqsud Ibrahimbeyov Creative Center, delivered the opening remarks. Two of the book’s authors, Prof. Dr. Ali B. Kutvan and Prof. Dr. Fakhraddin Habibov, then spoke about the develo


A Memorandum of Understanding on Academic Cooperation was signed between the Innovation Management and TRIZ Institute and Istanbul Esenyurt University!
The Memorandum of Understanding signed between the Innovation Management and TRIZ Institute and Istanbul Esenyurt University aims to create new opportunities for the development of international academic cooperation between the two institutions by supporting student exchange, joint research projects, academic activities, and the strengthening of international relations.


Prof. Dr. ALİ B. KUTVAN Delivered a Presentation on TRIZ and Innovative Thinking at İzmir Conference
On May 7, 2026, a conference organized by İzmir Düşünce Platformu and supported by ULUG featured Prof. Dr. ALİ B. KUTVAN, delivering a presentation titled “G. Altshuller and TRIZ (Theory of Inventive Problem Solving).”During the conference, the participants discussed the TRIZ methodology, innovation management techniques, the concept of patents, inventiveness, and innovative thinking models in detail.The event, which made a meaningful contribution to the exchange of ideas in


“Enterprise Azerbaijan” and the Innovation Management and TRIZ Institute Discussed Opportunities for Cooperation
Cooperation Opportunities Discussed Between “Enterprise Azerbaijan” Portal and Innovation Management and TRIZ InstituteA business meeting was held between representatives of the “Enterprise Azerbaijan” portal, operated by the Center for Analysis of Economic Reforms and Communication (CAERC), and representatives of the Innovation Management and TRIZ Institute.The parties exchanged extensive views on the current state of the innovation and startup ecosystem, development prospec


INNOVATIVITY TALKS #7Balanced ScoreCard
INNOVATIVITY TALKS #7 webinar has been successfully completed. In this webinar, the topic “Results-oriented strategic management in public institutions: Balanced Scorecard approach” was covered from both theoretical and practical perspectives by Prof. Dr. Ali B. Kutvan and Süleyman Kazımlı. Prof. Dr. Ali B. Kutvan explained the theoretical foundations of the Balanced Scorecard approach, the principles of the strategic management model, and its implementation framework. In add


Business Meeting Held on the KUTVAN BSC Platform
A productive business meeting was held between the Center for Analysis of Economic Reforms and Communication and the Innovation Management and TRIZ Institute, focusing on the strategic management capabilities of the KUTVAN BSC / The Digital Platform for Strategic Management. During the meeting, the parties discussed how the platform can enhance strategic planning, support performance monitoring, and contribute to more effective decision-making within organizations. They also


The official launch ceremony of the book “100 Questions on Innovation”
On April 22, 2026, the official launch ceremony of the book “100 Questions on Innovation” took place in Baku at the Yunus Emre Institute. The book was prepared by the “Innovation Management and TRIZ Institute” and was presented to the public for the first time during this official event. Developed within the framework of a Turkey–Azerbaijan joint scientific project, this publication represents the outcome of long-term academic collaboration between the two countries. The book


AI in Education: Productive Meeting withWestern Caspian University
On October 22, INNOVATION MANAGEMENT AND TRIZ INSTITUTE held a productive meeting with Western Caspian University. The meeting was organized based on our institute’s proposal focusing on AI-driven technologies. The main topic of discussion was the presentation and demonstration of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies designed to enhance educational and learning processes. During the meeting, several innovative ideas were explored — including AI-powered systems for as


INNOVATIVITY TALKS #6 "Smart Industry Readiness Index (SIRI)"
In an era where digital transformation is accelerating, the question of how organizations can adapt to this change has become more important than ever. We explored the answer to this question together during our webinar “INNOVATIVITY TALKS #6 - Smart Industry Readiness Index (SIRI)”. In the sixth edition of our “INNOVATIVITY TALKS” webinar series, we discussed how the SIRI methodology creates real value for industrial enterprises, how it measures digital maturity levels, and


The impacts of the COP 29 international climate event on the modern construction sector and the development of innovations
Innovation Management and TRIZ Institute Chairman of the Board Prof. Dr. Ali B. Kutvan was one of the speakers at the “The impacts of the COP 29 international climate event on the modern construction sector and the development of innovations”. (16.10.2024, Baku)


Graduation Ceremony of the Ministry of Economy’s Vocational School
Today, the graduation ceremony of the Vocational School under the Ministry of Economy of the Republic of Azerbaijan was held. Prof. Dr. Ali B. Kutvan was invited to deliver a speech on vocational education and to present diplomas to the graduating students.(Sumgayit; June 18, 2025)


International Retail Summit
Innovation Management and TRIZ Institute Chairman of the Board Prof. Dr. Ali B. Kutvan was one of the speakers at the “International Retail Summit” held at Marriott Baku on September 20, 2024


INTERNATIONAL ESSAY COMPETITION “WE ARE AT WAR WITH NATURE, IF WE WIN, WE WILL LOSE”
Inspired by this statement of Canadian astrophysicist Hubert Reeves, Innovation Management and TRIZ Institute organizes an essay competition to raise awareness about a non-anthropocentric, sustainable ecosystem and to receive original, creative, innovative and applicable economic and social policy suggestions. 1) Subject of the Competition: To discuss the proposition of “we are at war with nature, if we win we will lose” around philosophical, economic and social facts. 2) Co


KUTVAN BSC Balanced Scorecard Presentation Event
As Innovation Management and TRIZ Institute (IMTI) we had the product launch event of our company's new product, KUTVAN BSC Balanced Scorecard software, on September 4, 2024 at 11:00 at Radisson Hotel Baku. First the chairman of the board of Innovation Management and TRIZ Institute Prof. Dr. Ali B. Kutvan gave an extensive information about the philosophy of EFQM & BSC and the benefits of the BSC software, created on the basis of this philosophy, will bring to companies. He


Memorandum with Support to the Development of New Technologies Public Union
On July 15, 2024, a cooperation memorandum was signed by Jeyhun Khalilov, Chairman of the Support to the Development of New Technologies Public Union, and Prof. Dr. Ali B. Kutvan, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Innovation Management and TRIZ Institute.The purpose of this memorandum is to organize cooperation between the parties in the joint organization of experimental courses on TRIZ, development of training programs, joint development and preparation of hardware


KUTVAN BSC Balanced ScorecardPresentation Event
As Innovation Management and TRIZ Institute (IMTI) we had the product launch event of our company's new product, KUTVAN BSC Balanced Scorecard software, on July 16, 2024 at 11:00 at Radisson Hotel Baku. The opening speech of the product launch event was given by Vugar Zeynalov, the vice-president of the Azerbaijan Confederation of Entrepreneurs. Mr. Zeynalov stated that the TRIZ Institute was founded in Azerbaijan in the 1990s. Later, he spoke about the contributions of The N


Book Presentation: "Innovative Activity in Small and Medium Business" INNOVATIVITY TALKS#4
There is no progress without innovation! In today's business, innovation is no longer an option, but a necessity. But how can these innovative approaches be applied to small and medium-sized businesses? At the 4th INNOVATIVITY TALKS organized by INNOVATION MANAGEMENT AND TRIZ INSTITUTE , we talked about the book "Innovative Activity in Small and Medium Business" prepared within the grant competition of Kiçik və Orta Biznesin İnkişafı Agentliyi "Science, education, research an


"INNOVATIVITY TALKS" webinars were held for the 3rd time.
"Kutvan BSC" software, which we will apply for the first time in the Azerbaijan, is a real innovation. The application of Balanced Scorecard provides companies with more advanced communication, KPI and CRM measurement, analysis, scorecards, strategy maps and other areas in an easily digitized, convenient, innovative form. Speakers: Vüqar Zeynalov Vice President – National Confederation of Entrepreneurs (Employers) Organizations of the Republic of Azerbaijan ASK Prof. Dr. ALİ


"INNOVATIVITY TALKS" webinars were held for the 2nd time.
"Innovativity Talks" webinars are created and organized by “the Innovation Management and TRIZ Institute”(IMTI). During these webinars innovation experts discuss current trends, changes, challenges, and ideas related to their fields. The second “Innovativity Talks" webinar was held on April 30th and its topic was artificial intelligence. Our main guest was “Alpine Gate Technologies”, which is a San Francisco based company and a frontier in the field of artificial intelligenc


TRIZ — the trace that began in BakuAssoc. Prof. Ilham Əhmədov.
Facebook recently reminded me that in 2019 the first International event in Baku on the subject of "TRIZ PROBLEMS" took place. The conference was organized by the "Innovation Management and TRIZ Institute," founded by Prof. Ali Kutvan. Those interested in TRIZ can find detailed information on the Internet in Russian, English, and Turkish. I recommend doing so. TRIZ is an abbreviation in Russian for the "Theory of Inventive Problem Solving." To date, more than 10,000 algorith


An online meeting about the Smart Industry Readiness Index (SIRI) was held in the "Innovativity Talks" webinar
The first of “Innovativity Talks" webinars which were created by the “Innovation Management And TRIZ Institute” was held on March 11, 2024. The participants consisted of the INNOVATION MANAGEMENT AND TRIZ INSTITUTE (IMTI),International Centre for Industrial Transformation (INCIT) and Azərbaycan Sahibkarlar Konfederasiyası / Azerbaijan Entrepreneurs Confederation The topic of the webinar was the Smart Industry Readiness Index (SIRI). In the webinar, discussions were held abou


Baku hosts the 2nd International Conference on Innovation Management and TRIZ — AZERTAC.
The “2nd International Innovation Management and TRIZ” conference has opened at the National Aviation Academy. AZERTAC reports that the national anthems of the Republics of Azerbaijan and Turkey were performed at the event. Ali Kutvan, Chairman of the Board of the Innovation Management and TRIZ Institute, said in his speech at the conference that the first TRIZ conference was held in Baku in 2019. “We implement the TRIZ theory used by the world’s most advanced large companies


The Second International Innovation Management and TRIZ Conference held at National Aviation Academy
On 07 December 2023, "The 2d International Innovation Management and TRIZ Conference" (IIMTC) held at the National Aviation Academy (MAA) with the internationally renowned scientists and researchers participation. At the opening ceremony, MAA's vice rector Dr. Khaqani Abdullayev, rector of Gazi University, Prof. Musa Yıldız, Chairman of the Innovation Management and TRİZ Institute (IMTI), Prof. Ali Kutvan provided detailed information to the guests about the aims and mission


Forging Innovation Alliances: IMTI, INCIT, and 4th Industrial Revolution Agency Meeting
In a world marked by unprecedented technological advancements and industrial transformations, the recent meeting on October 27, 2023, between the Innovation Management and TRIZ Institute (IMTI), the International Centre for Industrial Transformation (INCIT), and the 4th Industrial Revolution Agency showcased the potential for collaboration and innovation in the transformative era. The participants at this strategic gathering included Prof. Dr. Ali B. Kutvan (IMTI) - Chairman


Altshuller Honor Awards: Celebrating Innovation in Baku
Altshuller Honor Awards will find their owners at the Innovation Management and TRIZ Conference, which will be held in Baku between 7-10 December 2023. The Altshuller Honor Awards recognize outstanding contributions to innovation, from individual achievements to corporate innovations and educational advancements in the realm of TRIZ. The awards underscore the commitment of recipients to shaping the future through creative problem-solving.


Discussions on 'Digital Transformation and Manufacturing Productivity' were held in Baku — AZERTAC.
On October 26, a conference on “Digital Transformation and Manufacturing Productivity” was held in Baku, organized by the Innovation Management and TRIZ Institute (IMTI), the National Confederation of Entrepreneurs (Employers’) Organizations of the Republic of Azerbaijan (ASK), and The International Centre for Industrial Transformation (INCIT). AZERTAC reports that, within the framework of the conference, business discussions were held in the relevant field. Vuqar Zeynalov, V


Presentation of SIRI Methodology
We are pleased to invite you to attend the “Presentation of SIRI Methodology” organized by InnovationManagement and TRIZ Institute (IMTI), Azerbaijan Entrepreneurs Confederation (ASK) andThe International Centre for Industrial Transformation (INCIT) which will be held in Landmark Business Centre on October 26, 2023, in Baku, Azerbaijan. The event will consist of an info session aimed at promoting discussions in the field of digital transformation and manufacturing productivit


Meeting with Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Republic of Azerbaijan and IMTI
Today, the Vice President of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Nazim Tatliyev, accepted Ali B. Kutvan, the Chairman of the Board and Natig Aliyev, the Executive Director of the Innovation Management and Triz Institute. During the meeting, both organizations gave detailed information about their activities and discussed the establishment and development of bilateral cooperation, new upcoming projects and their joint implementation. A notable h


A mutual memorandum was signed between the Innovation Management and TRIZ Institute (IMTI) and Gebze Organized Industrial Zone (GOSB) Technopark
On July 31, 2023, a mutual memorandum was signed between the Innovation Management and TRIZ Institute (IMTI) and Gebze Organized Industrial Zone (GOSB) Technopark on joint implementation of science-innovation, scientific research and international projects. GOSB Technopark is one of the most prominent industrial zones in Türkiye that is totally investing based innovation center. GOSB Technopark mostly provides infrastructural (Electricity, water, waste water, natural gas a


Innovative Business Model Design training by IMTI - July 2023
Don't miss out on an exclusive training opportunity! Join Prof. Dr. Ali B. Kutvan at Innovation Management and TRIZ Institute (IMTI) for a highly anticipated "Innovative Business Model Design" training. 📅 Date: 13-19 July 📍 Location: IMTI Office 🎟️ Limited Places Available Discover cutting-edge techniques and insights from renowned expert Prof. Dr. Ali B. Kutvan in this intensive training. Perfect for professionals and entrepreneurs, this program will equip you with the to


International Innovation Management and TRIZ Conference 2023, Baku
The main topic of the conference: "Innovation management and TRIZ/Theory of Inventive Problem Solving" Within the framework of the conference, worldwide innovation experts and academic researchers are expected to contribute to the conference with their presence and invaluable experiences. For more information: www.iimtc.net


IMTI and ASOIU signed a memorandum of cooperation
On June 16, Azerbaijan State Oil and Industry University (ASOIU) and the Innovation Management and TRIZ Institute signed a memorandum of cooperation, solidifying their joint efforts in science innovation, scientific research, and international projects. The signing ceremony was attended by ASOIU's Rector, Prof. Dr. Mustafa Babanli, Chairman of the Board of Innovation Management and TRIZ Institute LLC,Prof. Dr. Ali Kutvan, academic staff of the university,and other guests.


Conference on Upholding Academic Integrity in the age of AI
A meeting with the heads of higher education institutions of Azerbaijan will be held in Baku with the participation of the delegation of "Turnitin" company for the South Caucasus, Central Asia and Eastern Europe regions in French-Azerbaijani University on May 30, 2023. During the meeting, detailed discussions will be held on improving the quality of education in Azerbaijan and the role of "Turnitin" company here.
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