Before AEVO Innovate: high volume of ideas, low execution visibility
Nestlé had strong participation in idea generation but lacked a structured system to evaluate, prioritize, and track ideas through execution.
Without clear governance, many initiatives stalled between concept and delivery, and leadership had limited visibility into outcomes.
Industry: Food & Beverage Manufacturing
Modules used: Idea Program + Projects
Employees engaged: 10,000+
Scope: Multiple manufacturing plants
Results: Results: 7,000+ ideas successfully implemented
Structured idea management — from frontline input to operational execution
A clear workflow from challenge definition to idea evaluation and implementation
Integrated collaboration between Engineering, Operations, and Research teams
Evaluation criteria and scoring models tailored to business priorities
Lighthouse plants to test and scale ideas before full rollout
Real-time dashboards to track progress and share results with leadership
From scattered ideas to operational excellence
10,000 frontline employees actively engaged
7,000+ ideas transitioned into validated initiatives
Aligned innovation process across units and functions
Clear reporting structure connecting ideas to tangible business outcomes
“AEVO Innovate gave us a framework to move faster – connecting ideas from the shop floor directly to our operational strategy.”
Discover how AEVO Innovate structures, tracks, and scales innovation across complex organizations.