A trilogy on discontinuous innovation. Part 1 : Search

Frank Gertsen, Terrence R. Sloan, Ross L. Chapman, Poul Kyvsgaard

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    Abstract

    ![CDATA[In this article we discuss the concept of Discontinuous Innovation (DI) and how it differs from incremental (or steady-state) innovation. We propose a model to conceptualise the different aspects of DI and discuss the complex nature of the DI process through an investigation of previous literature, and propose a sequence of articles roughly following the key components as described in the conceptual model, beginning with aspects of ‘search’. We then describe an on-going multi-national action research program established to investigate DI through the development of learning networks of firms in several European nations and Australia. The research progress to date is outlined and initial results of analysis on both quantitative and qualitative data collected thus far is used to explore how companies go about searching for clues or ideas about potential discontinuous innovations, which may either create competitive advantage for, or threaten the survival of the business. Key outcomes of the research to date include the identification of the most common search strategies within the participating companies and some descriptive analysis on just how these strategies are implemented in targeted firms. Finally we describe the proposed future research program and the two papers to follow completing the planned three part series on Discontinuous Innovation.]]
    Original languageEnglish
    Title of host publicationManaging Our Intellectual and Social Capital : Proceedings of the 21st ANZAM Conference, 4-7 December 2007, Sofitel Wentworth, Sydney
    PublisherPromaco Conventions
    Number of pages18
    ISBN (Print)1863081402
    Publication statusPublished - 2007
    EventAustralian and New Zealand Academy of Management Conference -
    Duration: 4 Dec 2013 → …

    Conference

    ConferenceAustralian and New Zealand Academy of Management Conference
    Period4/12/13 → …

    Keywords

    • intellectual capital
    • new products
    • organisational learning
    • interorganisational relations

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