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Which principle emphasizes the importance of understanding the customer in innovation?
Which principle emphasizes the importance of understanding the customer in innovation?
- Start small
- Learn from failures
- Aim high
- Make the product customer-based (correct)
Innovators should aim high by starting with large-scale projects.
Innovators should aim high by starting with large-scale projects.
False (B)
What is one key action innovators should follow to improve their products or services?
What is one key action innovators should follow to improve their products or services?
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Innovation does not guarantee success; instead, failures often lead to __________.
Innovation does not guarantee success; instead, failures often lead to __________.
Match the innovation myth with its explanation:
Match the innovation myth with its explanation:
Why is following a milestone schedule important for innovators?
Why is following a milestone schedule important for innovators?
Work is a critical part of successful innovation.
Work is a critical part of successful innovation.
What approach is suggested to cope with the unpredictability of innovation?
What approach is suggested to cope with the unpredictability of innovation?
What is the primary driving force behind innovation?
What is the primary driving force behind innovation?
Market-driven innovations have a lower probability of success than technology-driven innovations.
Market-driven innovations have a lower probability of success than technology-driven innovations.
What is the first step in the marketing research process?
What is the first step in the marketing research process?
The process of collecting data includes quantitative and __________ methods.
The process of collecting data includes quantitative and __________ methods.
Match the companies with their corresponding research objectives:
Match the companies with their corresponding research objectives:
Which method was NOT used by Jumia in their research?
Which method was NOT used by Jumia in their research?
Analyzing collected data helps identify trends and actionable insights.
Analyzing collected data helps identify trends and actionable insights.
What is crucial for a new venture to thrive?
What is crucial for a new venture to thrive?
What sparked Nzambi Matee's curiosity for creating construction bricks?
What sparked Nzambi Matee's curiosity for creating construction bricks?
The phases of the creative process always occur in the same order for every creative activity.
The phases of the creative process always occur in the same order for every creative activity.
What was the primary focus during the preparation phase of Nzambi's project?
What was the primary focus during the preparation phase of Nzambi's project?
Phase 1 of the creative process is called ______.
Phase 1 of the creative process is called ______.
Match the phase of the creative process with its description:
Match the phase of the creative process with its description:
What is required for creativity to occur according to experts?
What is required for creativity to occur according to experts?
What was the primary outcome of Nzambi's work with the brick-making machine?
What was the primary outcome of Nzambi's work with the brick-making machine?
Nzambi Matee founded Gjenge Makers to recycle metal waste into construction materials.
Nzambi Matee founded Gjenge Makers to recycle metal waste into construction materials.
During the preparation phase, Nzambi analyzed existing ______ technologies.
During the preparation phase, Nzambi analyzed existing ______ technologies.
Most innovations require more genius than hard work.
Most innovations require more genius than hard work.
What is one example of a company that created a unique technology for verifying pharmaceutical products?
What is one example of a company that created a unique technology for verifying pharmaceutical products?
Innovation often involves more work than __________.
Innovation often involves more work than __________.
Match the following types of innovation with their descriptions:
Match the following types of innovation with their descriptions:
Which step is NOT part of the innovation process as described?
Which step is NOT part of the innovation process as described?
Nzambi's bricks gained recognition for their durability and strength.
Nzambi's bricks gained recognition for their durability and strength.
What is a significant characteristic of successful innovations?
What is a significant characteristic of successful innovations?
What is the primary focus of Yoco's business model?
What is the primary focus of Yoco's business model?
The Business Model Canvas consists of seven components.
The Business Model Canvas consists of seven components.
Who developed the Business Model Canvas?
Who developed the Business Model Canvas?
The Business Model Canvas helps entrepreneurs design their _____ models.
The Business Model Canvas helps entrepreneurs design their _____ models.
Match the following components of the Business Model Canvas with their descriptions:
Match the following components of the Business Model Canvas with their descriptions:
Which of the following is NOT a component of the Business Model Canvas?
Which of the following is NOT a component of the Business Model Canvas?
Focusing solely on product development is a common pitfall for startups.
Focusing solely on product development is a common pitfall for startups.
What are the main areas necessary for business success according to the Business Model Canvas?
What are the main areas necessary for business success according to the Business Model Canvas?
Which political factor is considered important for understanding market conditions?
Which political factor is considered important for understanding market conditions?
Economic indicators like unemployment rates are irrelevant for evaluating business success.
Economic indicators like unemployment rates are irrelevant for evaluating business success.
What is one benefit that favorable tax breaks provide to businesses in Ethiopia?
What is one benefit that favorable tax breaks provide to businesses in Ethiopia?
_________ is a taxi-hailing app that has capitalized on smartphone trends in Ethiopia.
_________ is a taxi-hailing app that has capitalized on smartphone trends in Ethiopia.
Match the following entrepreneurial elements with their descriptions:
Match the following entrepreneurial elements with their descriptions:
Which of the following trends have Ethiopian agritech startups responded to?
Which of the following trends have Ethiopian agritech startups responded to?
Legal regulations have no impact on business operations.
Legal regulations have no impact on business operations.
What should an industry analysis examine regarding industry demand?
What should an industry analysis examine regarding industry demand?
Flashcards
Idea Germination
Idea Germination
The initial stage of the creative process where an individual's interest or curiosity about a problem or area of study sparks an idea. It's like planting a seed of an idea.
Preparation
Preparation
The process of consciously seeking answers to a problem or idea after an initial spark of curiosity. It involves thorough research, gathering information, and exploring existing approaches.
Incubation
Incubation
A stage where the subconscious mind takes over the creative process, allowing ideas to incubate and mature. It's like letting your brain work on it in the background.
Illumination
Illumination
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Verification
Verification
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Structured Chaos
Structured Chaos
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Implementation
Implementation
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Exploration
Exploration
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Innovation Process
Innovation Process
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Invention
Invention
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Sources of New Opportunities
Sources of New Opportunities
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Customer Needs and Expectations
Customer Needs and Expectations
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New Customers and Markets
New Customers and Markets
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Genius vs. Perspiration
Genius vs. Perspiration
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Focus in Innovation
Focus in Innovation
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Developing an Innovation
Developing an Innovation
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Innovation is fact and predictable
Innovation is fact and predictable
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Customer-Based Innovation
Customer-Based Innovation
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Start Small and Build
Start Small and Build
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Thorough Technical Specifications
Thorough Technical Specifications
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Creativity Relies on Dreams
Creativity Relies on Dreams
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Big Projects Create Innovations
Big Projects Create Innovations
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Learn From Failures
Learn From Failures
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Follow a Milestone Schedule
Follow a Milestone Schedule
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Political Factors
Political Factors
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Economic Factors
Economic Factors
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Cultural Factors
Cultural Factors
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Technological Factors
Technological Factors
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Legal Concerns
Legal Concerns
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Industry Demand
Industry Demand
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Competition
Competition
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Mission Statement
Mission Statement
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Business Model
Business Model
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Business Model Canvas
Business Model Canvas
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Key Partners
Key Partners
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Key Activities
Key Activities
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Value Propositions
Value Propositions
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Customer Relationships
Customer Relationships
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Customer Segments
Customer Segments
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Revenue Streams
Revenue Streams
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Marketing Research
Marketing Research
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Define the Problem and Research Objectives
Define the Problem and Research Objectives
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Develop the Research Plan
Develop the Research Plan
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Collect the Information
Collect the Information
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Analyze the Information
Analyze the Information
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Quantitative Methods
Quantitative Methods
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Qualitative Methods
Qualitative Methods
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Marketing Research Firm
Marketing Research Firm
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Study Notes
Innovation and Pre-Start Up
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Innovation is a key function in entrepreneurship
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Innovation creates new wealth-producing resources and enhances existing resources' potential
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It's the process of turning opportunities into viable ideas, acting as a catalyst for change
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Creativity is essential, involving process and people
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The creative process is structured and goal-oriented, with stages to address challenges
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People bring unique perspectives, skills, and experiences influencing the creative outcome
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Creativity can be developed and improved; everyone is creative to some degree
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Innovation often involves more work than genius
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Requires a conscious, purposeful search for new opportunities
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Innovation is both conceptual and perceptual; innovators need to research, ask questions, and listen to potential customers
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Most innovations are simple and focused, targeting a specific, clear, and carefully designed application
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Four basic types of innovation:
- Invention: creating something new or untried
- Extension: building on existing concepts
- Duplication: copying with a unique touch for enhancement
- Synthesis: combining existing concepts into a new formulation
The Creative Process
- The creative process has five generally agreed-upon phases, though their order might vary depending on the activity
- Phase 1: Idea Germination involves generating initial ideas from curiosity or interest in a specific problem
- Phase 2: Preparation involves seeking information about the problem and how others have tried to solve it; market research
- Phase 3: Incubation is "mulling over" the idea, letting the subconscious process the information and possible solutions
- Phase 4: Illumination is when the idea resurfaces as a realistic solution
- Phase 5: Verification is turning the idea into a realistic, useful application and testing its efficacy
Market Research
- Market research is essential for validating business ideas and understanding market dynamics
- Understanding customer demographics and characteristics is key to targeting the right audience
- Market research considers factors like age, income status, occupation, and other characteristics to define and segment the market
- It's used to evaluate market size, location, and specific characteristics, such as local market characteristics and market size
- Competitor analysis helps businesses find unique ways to differentiate their products or services
Business Model Development
- A business model outlines how a company delivers value, making it a crucial component of a successful venture
- The Business Model Canvas is a visual representation that breaks down a business into nine components, which provides a blueprint for design and invention
- This framework ensures clarity and precision in development and refinement of business models
- Essential components of the Business Model Canvas include key partners, key activities, key resources, value propositions, customer relationships, channels, customer segments, revenue streams, and cost structure
Financial Plan
- A financial plan for a startup includes start-up costs, funding options, financial projections, profit forecasts, and balance sheets, with specific emphasis on projected balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements
- Funding sources can be debt financing (loans) or equity financing (investor capital)
- Investment planning helps understand the venture's financial stability and viability
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