The data set contains the results of GE's second annual “Global Innovation Barometer” that confirm business executives’ belief in innovation as the main driver of prosperity, competitiveness and job creation, and also reveal how challenging and uncertain economic and political environments may hinder companies’ ability to deliver meaningful innovation.

The GE Global Innovation Barometer was commissioned by GE and conducted by independent research and consulting firm StrategyOne to identify drivers and deterrents of innovation and to analyze perceptions around innovation opportunities and challenges. This year nearly 3,000 senior business executives in 22 countries, were surveyed on their companies’ innovation strategy and decision making.