“ASSURED” framework for assuring successful innovation

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Author(s):

Ramesh Anant Mashelkar

Former Director General of Indian Council of Scientific and Industrial Research, CSIR, New Delhi, India

Source:

Journal of Innovation Ecosystems, Issue 1, May 2026, pg. 6-12

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Keywords: ASSURED framework, innovation success, scalable, sustainability, inclusive innovation, commercialisation strategy

Abstract:

The ASSURED framework defines seven interdependent attributes—affordability, scalability, sustainability, universality, rapidity, excellence, and distinctiveness—to enhance innovation success, ensuring ideas translate into impactful, durable enterprises across dynamic markets.

Publication date: 03. may 2026

Publication type: Journal article

Publisher: Slovenian Academy of Engineering and Knowledge Economy Network