Invention vs Innovation by Dr. Karim Mualla
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What is the key difference between invention and innovation?

  • Invention focuses on product development, while innovation centers around idea generation.
  • Invention is a singular activity, while innovation is a series of interrelated processes.
  • Invention involves creating new ideas and knowledge, while innovation involves developing new products from existing ideas. (correct)
  • Invention is bringing new products to the market, whereas innovation is the application of existing ideas.
  • According to Dr. Karim Mualla, what distinguishes innovation from invention?

  • Innovation can involve adapting existing ideas to create new products, while invention focuses on entirely new creations. (correct)
  • Innovation always leads to success, while invention does not guarantee market acceptance.
  • Innovation is a single process, whereas invention involves a complex series of steps.
  • Innovation relies solely on external sources, while invention originates from internal research.
  • Why is it important for firms to be interested in innovation according to Dr. Karim Mualla?

  • To keep up with competitors bringing new products to the market. (correct)
  • To secure patents for new products.
  • To maintain a reputation for creativity and ingenuity.
  • To avoid being involved in the invention process.
  • What does Dr. Karim Mualla suggest about managing innovation?

    <p>It is a process that can be controlled and directed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes the relationship between innovation and invention?

    <p>Innovation involves converting inventions into marketable products.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes innovation according to Dr. Karim Mualla?

    <p>'Innovation is an ongoing process.'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term would best describe the Dell Streak 5 in 2010 regarding smartphone innovation?

    <p>'Revolutionary'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Dr. Karim Mualla distinguish between innovation and invention?

    <p>'Innovation is about adapting existing ideas into new products, unlike invention.'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Dr. Karim Mualla say about managing innovation in firms?

    <p>'Managing innovation can help firms stay ahead of their competitors.'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Bringing new products to the market' would most likely fall under which category according to Dr. Karim Mualla?

    <p>'Innovation'</p> Signup and view all the answers

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