描述RT-243调查EPC行业创新历史、障碍和潜力的工作。解释了用基于投资组合的方法取代当前逐项目风险管理方法的必要性。还介绍了IR243-2创新成熟度模型的开发和应用，这是一种软件工具，帮助组织确定需要改进的领域，以实现高效的创新。注:实际工具包含在IR243-2中。

Describes the RT-243 efforts to investigate the history, hindrances, and potential of innovation in the EPC industry. Explains the necessity of replacing the current project-by-project approach to risk management with a portfolio-based approach. Also describes the development and utility of IR243-2,Innovation Maturity Model, a software tool that helps organizations determines areas in need of improvement for effective and efficient innovation.NOTE: Actual tool included with IR243-2.