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When innovation led to a reversal of fortunes

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In 2004, CEO Knudstrop embarked on a back-to-the-basics journey, and went from a loss of $292 million that year to a profit of $117 million in 2005. Controlled innovation has clearly worked. Lego has managed to wring sustainability by adopting the Lean startup approach. The company encourages open innovation via Lego Ideas.