The article explores how the way work is organized in different European countries affects innovation. By looking at data from surveys of employees and firms, the researchers found that when employees have more freedom to solve problems at work, firms tend to come up with more innovative ideas on their own. On the other hand, in countries where employees have less freedom at work, firms rely more on adopting innovations from outside sources. This pattern holds true for both manufacturing and service sectors. The study suggests that to improve innovation, European policies should focus on promoting innovative ways of organizing work.