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      Case assignment 1 (Apple case)
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      Case assignment 2 (Electrolux case)
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      Case assignment 3 (ART case)
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      Final exam Assignment

      EXAM 2022

      INNOVATION MANAGEMENT IN THE GLOBAL ECONOMY

      30 point exam

      3 hours

      There is no pre-set length for each answer. Remember to focus on analyzing, explaining, synthesizing etc. rather than providing blank statements that does not cover the why position of your answer.

       

      IMPORTANT – Please number each question so that I clearly can see what question you are answering.

       

      1.      Discuss and compare component vs. architectural innovation. (3p)

       

       

      2.      Explain and contrast the two linear models of innovation. (3p)

       

       

      3.      Discuss how to assess a firm’s current position in its industry. (3p)

       

       

      4.      Analyze advantages and disadvantages of being a first mover in innovation. (3p)

       

       

      5.      Discuss and explain how innovations can be protected from imitation. (3p)

       

       

      6.      Discuss and explain technology cycles and how dominant designs may emerge. (5p)

       

       

      7.      Discuss different collaborative options firms have when innovating. What are the benefits and risks with the different options that you have identified? (5p)

       

       

      8.      Discuss and contrast the differences between an organic and mechanic type of organization in relation to innovation. (5p)

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