How can companies ensure that cross-departmental meetings not only foster innovation and collaboration, but also lead to tangible outcomes and results that contribute to the overall success of the organization?

To ensure cross-departmental meetings foster innovation and collaboration and lead to tangible outcomes, companies should establish clear goals and objectives for each meeting. They should also encourage active participation from all departments and provide a platform for sharing ideas and feedback. Additionally, companies should assign responsibilities and follow up on action items to ensure progress is made. Regular communication and feedback loops can help track progress and ensure that outcomes contribute to the overall success of the organization.