Innovation is crucial in the military. It enables the military to adapt to evolving threats or emerging unconventional warfare tactics. Innovative strategies, equipment, and training methods improve the effectiveness and efficiency of military operations. However, working in the military adheres strictly to regulations, and the protocols for the execution of task are not very flexible. To change something that has become a habit is very difficult especially to introduce a new innovation. Leadership in military organizations is crucial for fostering and improving a culture of innovation by promoting the generation of new ideas. It can be seen that the Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) is very positive and encourages creativity and innovation. In accordance with the VUCA situation, the Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) actively promotes and fosters creativity and innovation. MAF is more open and in the process of improving military personnel to become thinking soldiers where they can work more creatively while always contributing innovation to the service. Nevertheless, the successful implementation of an innovation necessitates a significant investment of time, financial resources, and a strong dedication. However, all of this requires time, money and high commitment, and MAF is not able to implement the production of an innovation without good collaboration with higher education and institutions. It is believed by strengthening partnership with higher education and institutions will enhance the MAF’s innovation capabilities and access to cutting-edge solutions. The outcome of this paper provide the basis for the direction of future research relate to innovation and collaboration.
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