This document discusses the definition and types of innovation. It defines innovation as change that creates new dimensions of performance and is a major driver of economic growth. Innovation involves converting ideas into tangible outcomes and can include developing new applications of existing technologies, refining existing technologies, or finding new uses for current technologies. True innovation is about creatively responding to change by generating new ideas, improving processes, or renovating products and services. Innovation requires deliberately thinking about existing problems and unmet needs to create new solutions that deliver meaningful value.