Jumia Books The Insider’s Guide to Innovation @ Microsoft by Dean Carignan & JoAnn Garbin

The Insider’s Guide to Innovation @ Microsoft by Dean Carignan and JoAnn Garbin is a behind-the-scenes look at how one of the world’s most influential tech companies cultivates innovation at scale. With a foreword by Eric Horvitz, Microsoft’s Chief Scientific Officer, this book offers a rare glimpse into the mindset, methods, and mechanisms that drive creativity and transformation across the organization.

Drawing from firsthand experience and internal case studies, the authors unpack the principles that fuel Microsoft’s innovation engine. This includes:

How cross-functional teams collaborate to solve complex problems

The role of leadership in nurturing a culture of experimentation

Tools and frameworks used to evaluate and scale new ideas

Stories of breakthrough products and the lessons behind them

Strategies for balancing risk, agility, and long-term vision

The book is structured to be both inspirational and practical, making it ideal for business leaders, entrepreneurs, product managers, and anyone interested in organizational innovation. It doesn’t just celebrate success—it analyzes the processes that make innovation repeatable and sustainable.

Visually anchored by a vibrant infinity symbol on the cover, the book reflects Microsoft’s commitment to continuous learning and reinvention. Whether you're building a startup in Nairobi or leading a global enterprise, The Insider’s Guide to Innovation @ Microsoft offers actionable insights to help you think bigger, move faster, and innovate smarter.