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C/M/2514. An evaluation of the launch of a new product: The Doggy Bag

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2900
DATE:
2012
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29.99 GBP

This paper examines the launch of a new product, ‘Doggy Bag’ in the market, and begins by providing information on the product and market. The team dynamics, including specified roles are detailed and examined, and the paper also looks at the innovative aspects of the new product.

 

KEYWORDS: Doggy Bag, new product launch, team dynamics, innovation,

 

C/OM/396. Dissertation outline. How can a solar panel company operating in an emerging Asian market leverage its cross-functional teams to create innovations?

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550
DATE:
2012
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9.99 GBP

This dissertation outline is for a study on the leverage of cross functional teams to create innovative ideas. The study focuses on emerging companies in the Asian market and uses an Asian Solar Panel Company as a case study. The research aims are detailed, which is then followed by an identification of the proposed literature review and methodology. The study plans to use Quantitative data collection tools and the paper then details the findings, discussion and conclusion sections.

 

KEYWORDS: dissertation outline, cross functional teams, innovation, Asian Solar Panel Company, Asian market!,

 

C/B/4302. An examination of the management of innovation

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2450
DATE:
2011
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29.99 GBP

This paper discusses the concept of innovation, and the way in which it is managed. Innovation management is discussed, and this is followed by a discussion regarding different types and degrees of innovation. The way in which innovation can be promoted through human resource management (HRM) is also evaluated. Different challenges that the effect the adoption and management of innovation is discussed before conclusions are made.

 

KEYWORDS: Innovation, management, human resource management, HRM!,

 

C/OM/387. Apple's technological innovations

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2000
DATE:
2011
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29.99 GBP

The paper looks at Apple’s innovative product iPad describing the features of technological innovation and innovative performance of the organisation, reviewing models of innovation, characterising innovative management of products and services by Apple, outlining the drivers and restrictions of innovation, and establishing the link between innovation and organisational leadership of Apple.

 

KEYWORDS: Apple, technological innovations, innovative performance, iPad,

 

C/OM/384. Innovation and change in organisational context

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3550
DATE:
2011
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39.99 GBP

The paper looks at the relationship between innovation and change highlighting the importance of innovation, considering its drivers, examining the role of innovation in the manufacturing process, explaining the difference between invention and innovation concepts, and identifying internal and external factors that make organisations innovative.

 

KEYWORDS: Innovation, change, invention,

 

C/OM/379. Added value through creativity and innovation. Case study Black and Decker

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950
DATE:
2011
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9.99 GBP

This paper focuses on innovation and creativity and aims to discuss the way in which it brings added value to Black and Decker, the tool shop. The paper begins by providing information on innovation and its value adding effects. Black and Decker is then introduced as the case study, and after providing an evaluation the paper examines the way in which innovation can be capitalised upon by all organisations.

 

KEYWORDS: Innovation, creativity, added value, Black and Decker, tools!,

 

C/M/2374. The importance of knowledge management, innovation and creativity with an organisation

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1950
DATE:
2011
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19.99 GBP

This paper discusses knowledge management (KM) and innovation within organisations, and is split into two sections. The first examines the concept of the production and consumption of knowledge in relation to KM. The second section evaluates the importance of innovation and creativity in an organisation.

 

KEYWORDS: Knowledge management, KM, innovation, creativity!,

 

C/OM/374. An evaluation of knowledge management and innovation at Panther Biotech

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3000
DATE:
2011
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39.99 GBP

This paper focuses on Panther Biotech, a biopharmaceutical company and discusses their cure for acute inflammatory disease. The paper discusses the topic in reference to knowledge management and innovation, and discusses how their approach to both concepts develops the cure. The paper then compares Panther Biotech’s approach to other organisations before conclusions are made.

 

KEYWORDS: Panther Biotech, biopharmaceutical company, acute inflammatory disease, knowledge management, Innovation,

 

S/OM/85. Presentation. Critical comparison between innovation and creativity

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0
ADD-ONS:
21 slides
DATE:
2011
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29.99 GBP

This is a presentation of the study “A critical comparison between innovation and creativity” providing definitions of innovation, its dimensions and drivers, new conditions for innovation, problems related to innovation, its comparison to creativity in the organisational context, the roles of innovation and creativity, etc. The study has no references.

 

KEYWORDS: Presentation, innovation and creativity,

 

C/M/2327. The implementation of knowledge and innovation in the mobile network industry

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2700
DATE:
2011
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29.99 GBP

This paper examines the implementation of knowledge and innovation in the mobile network industry. The paper begins by outlining the importance of knowledge management, and follows with a discussion regarding knowledge creation and transfer within organisations. The way in which innovation is developed is examined, along with the concepts and theories relating to innovation.

 

KEYWORDS: Knowledge, innovation, mobile network industry, knowledge management, knowledge creation, knowledge transfer,

 

C/OM/368. An examination of the socialist innovation system

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4650
DATE:
2011
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49.99 GBP

This paper examines the socialist innovation system, and begins by providing definitions. The paper discusses the linear vs. interactive innovation models, measuring innovation, and the environment for innovation. This is then followed by an examination of the socialist innovation system, and provides information on the socialist vs, capitalist system and the closed vs. open economy system. Formal and informal networks are examined, and the paper outlines the weaknesses of the socialist innovation system. The challenges in the transition to market economies are assessed and the paper concludes by summarizing all of the points made.

 

KEYWORDS: Socialist innovation system, linear innovation models, interactive innovation models, innovation, socialist system, capitalist system, closed economy system, open economy system, formal system, informal system, market economies,

 

C/OM/361. The role and value of entrepreneurship and innovation in the working environment. Case study Coty UK Limited

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2250
DATE:
2011
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29.99 GBP

This paper examines the role and value of entrepreneurship and innovation in the working environment. The paper uses Coty UK Limited as a case study in order to fulfil the research objectives. The innovative idea that has been developed for Coty UK Limited is discussed, and the paper then examines the concept of entrepreneurial management orientation. The critical factors that affect innovation are assessed, and the paper then provides suggestions for ways to overcome them.

 

KEYWORDS: Entrepreneurship, innovation, working environment, Coty UK Limited, management orientation,

 

C/OM/356. An examination of innovation at T-Mobile, Challs International, Invotek, and Serious**

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2150
DATE:
2011
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29.99 GBP

This paper examines innovation, and focuses on four companies aiming to assess the way in which they implemented innovative ideas. The companies in question are T-Mobile, Challs International, Invotek, and Serious**. The paper begins by providing information on innovation, and this is followed by an examination of each of the four case studies.

 

KEYWORDS: Innovation, T-Mobile, Challs International, Invotek, Serious**,

 

C/OM/355. An examination of the benefits of clustering

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2350
DATE:
2011
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29.99 GBP

This paper examines the subject of clustering, and aims to outline the benefits of the concept. This subject is discussed in specific relation to the finance, retail and IT sectors. The paper begins by introducing the background to clustering, geographical concentration and agglomeration. The way in which clustering supports innovation is examined, as well as the way in which it creates external economies for participating firms. The subject of knowledge spill-overs is discussed, along with the way in which clusters can encourage new business formations. The paper discusses the way in which clustering supports industrial reorganisation as well as the way it encourages greater focusing on public resources.

 

KEYWORDS: Clustering, finance industry, retail industry, IT industry, geographical concentration, agglomeration, innovation, knowledge spill over, industrial reorganisation, public resources,

 

C/B/4063. Proposal. How can innovation in the padlock manufacturing industry affect its competitive advantage?

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2000
DATE:
2011
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29.99 GBP

This proposal is based on the padlock manufacturing industry, and aims to show how innovation can affect competitive advantage. The proposal provides information on the topic area to introduce its background, this is followed by an overview of the proposed literature review. The research questions are produced, which are ‘Can Innovation contribute to an effective differentiation strategy? And ‘Can differentiation lead to a sustainable competitive advantage? The proposal also outlines the research design for the study.

 

KEYWORDS: Proposal, padlock manufacturing industry, innovation, competitive advantage, differentiation strategy,

 

C/OM/334. Examination of Television and Innovation

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2200
DATE:
2011
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29.99 GBP

This paper examines the innovation of TV, and the relationship it has with businesses. The paper discusses the way in which the TV was processed, and the reasons behind its success. The effects of the TV on individual business are discussed, and the paper examines whether government policy played any role in its success. The effects of TV on society are examined, and the way in which individuals benefitted and lost out is discussed. The final section of the paper discusses the importance of innovation, and outlines the advantages and disadvantages of it.

 

KEYWORDS: Innovation, TV, business, government policy, society, television,

 

C/B/3635. Entrepreneurship and innovation: theory and case study of Nakhell

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3450
DATE:
2011
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39.99 GBP

The paper looks at the approaches to entrepreneurship and innovation adopted by Nakhell, a property development company in Dubai. The concepts of entrepreneurship and innovation are defined, economic, psychological, sociological and behavioural perspectives of entrepreneurship are explained, barriers to and facilitators of entrepreneurial management within the company are considered with regard to innovation delivery.

 

KEYWORDS: Entrepreneurship, innovation, Nakhell,

 

C/B/3632. Dissertation. Innovations in IT industry: Apple vs. Microsoft

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11200
DATE:
2011
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119.99 GBP

The dissertation examines approaches to innovation used by Microsoft and Apple. Literature is reviewed on the theory of competitive advantage, resource-based view (RBV), theory of dynamic capabilities, innovation in information technology, strategies of innovation and imitation in the IT industry, network theory, sources of innovation, etc. The backgrounds of Apple and Microsoft are described, sources of innovation used by each company are identified. The methodology of the study is based on secondary research. Conclusions are made about the pioneer position of Apple in the IT industry.

 

KEYWORDS: Dissertation, Innovation, IT industry, Apple, Microsoft, imitation, information technology,

 

S/B/612. Why do some knowledge-based organizations perform well in terms of innovation but less well in terms of efficiency? To what extent can information systems help to redress this balance?

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2200
DATE:
2011
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29.99 GBP

The paper looks at the nature of knowledge-based organisations discussing managerial innovations, examining the link between the use of innovation and the efficiency of the company’s performance, arguing the risks of innovation that can reduce the efficiency and profitability of the organisation, and explaining how information systems (IS) can assist in the innovation and knowledge management.

 

KEYWORDS: information systems, IS, innovation, efficiency, knowledge-based organisation,

 

S/B/611. Role of information systems in managing the balance between innovation and efficiency

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2200
DATE:
2011
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29.99 GBP

The paper looks at the nature of knowledge-based organisations discussing managerial innovations, examining the link between the use of innovation and the efficiency of the company’s performance, arguing the risks of innovation that can reduce the efficiency and profitability of the organisation, and explaining how information systems (IS) can assist in the innovation and knowledge management.

 

KEYWORDS: information systems, IS, innovation, efficiency, knowledge-based organisation,

 

C/M/1941. Approaches to continuous knowledge generation and innovation: case study of Abu Dhabi real estate agency

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5050
DATE:
2011
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59.99 GBP

The paper looks at the organizational behavior of an anonymous Abu Dhabi real estate company identified as THYSSENKRUPP. Problems faced by the company are highlighted, primary research is conducted through a questionnaire to determine whether the company needs reorganization, innovation and knowledge sharing. Recommendations are suggested on the basis of the research findings.

 

KEYWORDS: knowledge generation, innovation, Abu Dhabi real estate agency, THYSSENKRUPP,

 

C/M/1799. Innovation in Co-operative Central Bank of Cyprus

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3300
DATE:
2010
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39.99 GBP

The paper looks at the concept of innovation establishing its link with entrepreneurship and positive change, and discussing the role of innovation in strategic management using a case study of Co-operative Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC). The causes, limitations and attendant risks of the innovation policy of CBC are examined making suggestions about further innovations.

 

KEYWORDS: Innovation, Central Bank of Cyprus,

 

C/OM/296. Examination of innovation and competitive advantage: case studies Dell and HP Compact

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2750
DATE:
2010
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29.99 GBP

This paper examines innovation as the source of competitive advantage, due to it being the building block of strategic management. The paper uses Dell computers and HP Compact as case studies to further the discussion. Each case is examined separately, and the paper performs a comparative analysis of them. The analysis examines how innovation allowed both companies to develop positive results. The paper also discusses the competition within the PC industry, and concludes by summarising how innovation is the building block to success.

 

KEYWORDS: Innovation, competitive advantage, strategic management, Dell, HP Compact,

 

C/OM/295. Is recession a good time to be innovative?

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2300
DATE:
2010
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29.99 GBP

This paper examines whether being innovative during a recession is a good idea, which is discussed in reference to small and large firms. The paper defines these types of firms, and follows with a discussion of how the recession affects firms. These affects range from decline in income to reduced levels of sales and downsizing. The paper then analyses small and large firms to examine whether the recession is a good time for innovation. Conclusions are made regarding innovation and recession.

 

KEYWORDS: Innovation, recession, small firms, large firms, income, sales, downsizing,

 

C/B/3237. Innovation and entrepreneurship at McDonalds

WORDS:
3550
DATE:
2010
PRICE:
39.99 GBP

This paper examines entrepreneurship and innovation using McDonalds as a case study. The paper presents a detailed background to the company, which is followed by an examination of their innovation strategy. The creative process is broken down and discussed in reference to preparation, investigation, transformation, incubation, verification, and implementation. The paper then goes onto discuss product planning, the development process, organizational culture, and competitive advantage. The paper then suggests ways organizational creativity and the creative process can be enhanced. Conclusions are made regarding the success of McDonalds.

 

KEYWORDS: Entrepreneurship, innovation, McDonalds, innovation strategy, creative process, preparation, investigation, transformation, incubation, verification, implementation, product planning, development process, organizational culture, competitive advantage, organizational creativity!,