Chapter 01: Self Test


Coming up with a new version of a popular chocolate bar is an example of radical innovation.

   True
   False


Which of the following are associated with successful innovating organizations? (Several choices may be correct.)

   Effective enabling mechanisms for the core innovation process

   Strategic direction and commitment for innovation

   Rich networks and pro-active building of external links
   Large size
   High market share


Innovation can only happen in the research laboratories of large firms.

   True
   False


Introducing a new model TV set would be an example of radical innovation.

   True
   False


Innovation always depends on setting up a 'skunk works' to get things done.

   True
   False


Which of the following would be typical examples of 'market pull' innovations? (Several choices may be correct.)

   Improved safety features in a car - airbags
   Nanotechnology-based paints
   Improved designs for ballpoint pens
   AZT treatment for HIV/AIDS
   DVD recorders
   The hovercraft


The use of nanotechnology to create self-cleaning windows is an example of product innovation.

   True
   False


Which of the following is not a trigger for innovation?

  

Changing government regulation on pollution control from in factories

  

Observation of leaky oil from underneath a machine tool

  

Experimental research work on new drug active agents

  

Dividends paid to shareholders during the past two years



Which of these is NOT an example of process innovation?

  

Total quality management

  

On-line retailing

  

Improved surgical techniques

  

Tooth-whitening chewing gum



Which of the following is NOT an example of public sector innovation?

  

On-line bookselling - Amazon.com etc

  

Imporved patient care through community involvement

  

Zero tolerance policing in New York City

  

On-line payment of car tax in the UK





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