The Innovation Leaders analysis is an independent research programme undertaken by specialists from across the innovation arena with in-depth knowledge of the sectors featured. It is based on publicly available information and so is seen as been objective and impartial. The Innovation Leaders analysis has run for 18 years and the detailed assessment for each sector is undertaken by a team of innovation and strategy expertise who continually track developments in the respective areas. In addition through workshops and advisory support, these experts provide insights on new innovation approaches to companies in these sectors and also speak at public conferences and corporate innovation events. Analysis of the worlds most innovative cities has also been undertaken using a similar methodology and insights are being shared via varied platforms.