What strategies can companies implement to ensure that cross-departmental meetings not only generate new ideas but also lead to successful implementation and tangible results in fostering creativity and innovation within their teams?

Companies can implement strategies such as setting clear objectives and agendas for cross-departmental meetings to ensure focus and productivity. Encouraging open communication and collaboration among team members from different departments can help generate new ideas and perspectives. Assigning specific action items and responsibilities following meetings can help ensure successful implementation of ideas and drive tangible results. Providing resources and support for team members to experiment and take risks in implementing innovative ideas can foster creativity and innovation within the teams.