BE-ST (Built Environment – Smarter Transformation) Scotland’s innovation centre has been awarded Investor in Innovations (I3) accreditation by the Institute of Innovation and Knowledge Exchange (IKE Institute).
The award recognises BE-ST’s practices in cultivating innovation designed to help transform the built environment sector.
The Investor in Innovations (I3) framework offers organisations an evaluation of their innovation processes, strategies, culture, and outcomes. Including a validation process conducted by academic and senior industrial evaluators from the IKE Institute’s Innovation Council, organisations are assessed across areas such as strategy alignment, leadership commitment, innovation systems, and tangible impact.
Douglas Morrison, deputy CEO at BE-ST, said, “Achieving Investor in Innovations (I3) from IKE Institute marks a significant milestone in our journey, validating our pursuit of excellence and innovation. This accreditation has helped us showcase our continuous efforts to drive sustainable, impactful changes within Scotland’s built environment. It sets a compelling benchmark for others within our industry to aspire toward.”
Professor Sam Medhat, CEO of the IKE Institute, added, “BE-ST has set an exemplary standard in innovation leadership and strategic integration. Their rigorous, systematic approach has clearly demonstrated how embedding innovation at every organisational level can yield remarkable and measurable results. This accreditation is a testament to their excellence and serves as an inspiring example to other organisations seeking to maximise their innovative potential.”
