Enhancing the Global and Local Economic Impact of Israeli Innovation

Ilan Bijaoui

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  • Israel's Innovation Policy: Export-Driven, Locally Limited. Israel’s national innovation policy is heavily oriented toward promoting high-tech exports, with limited support for domestic commercialization of innovations. While this strategy has positioned Israel as a global leader in innovation, it has left significant gaps in the local deployment and societal impact of Israeli-developed technologies. Radical Innovations: Globally-Oriented Scientific Advances. Many radical innovations in Israel originate from foreign-born researchers and academic institutions. A total of 21 radical innovations were identified, primarily in: Mathematics, Healthcare, Chemistry. These innovations are largely export- focused, with only 7 also addressing local market needs. Discontinuous Innovations: Market-Driven Emergence. 94 discontinuous innovations have emerged in response to new customer demand trajectories, particularly in Agriculture, Energy, Healthcare, Telecommunications. These innovations are also predominantly targeted at international markets, with only 6 adapted for local use. Disruptive Innovations: Technological Breakthroughs for Mainstream Needs. 134 disruptive innovations introduce novel technologies that meet previously unmet needs, with applications in: Agriculture, Water Treatment, Healthcare, Hardware–Software Platforms, Digital Imaging, Education, Defense. Again, the vast majority are designed for international deployment, with only 6 also implemented locally. Inclusive Innovation: A Missing Pillar. Inclusive innovations, which aim to serve local, underserved populations, currently lack institutional support in Israel. With proper backing, these innovations have the potential to evolve into discontinuous or disruptive technologies, contributing not only to local well-being but also to global economic and technological advancement.
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  • August 22, 2025
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