Towards a practical approach to responsible innovation in finance : New Product Committees revisited

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to highlight the potentials offered by New Product Committees for the development of responsible innovation in the financial services industry; and to provide grounds for policy recommendations. Design/methodology/approach – The paper takes the form of collective, interdisciplinary reflection and experience within the industry. Findings – New Product Committees can serve a practical approach to responsible innovation in finance. Originality/value – The paper fills a gap in the empirical consideration of New Product Committees in the financial services industry and proposes original directions for policy orientations within organizations and at a regulatory level.