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5.6 Types of Innovation

5.6 Types of Innovation

5.6.1 Product Innovation

This involves creating new or improved products. Examples in computing:

ˆ ew mobile applications N
ˆ I-powered tools A

ˆ ntelligent software platforms I

5.6.2 Process Innovation

This focuses on improving the way products or services are developed or delivered.
Examples:

ˆ gile software development A

ˆ ontinuous integration and deployment (CI/CD) C

ˆ utomated testing systems A

5.6.3 Incremental vs Radical Innovation

ˆ ncremental innovation: Small improvements over time I

ˆ adical innovation: Major breakthroughs that change technology R

Both types are important in computing and IT industries.

5.7 Innovation Process

Innovation is not a random activity; it follows a structured process that increases the
likelihood of success. The typical innovation process includes:

1. Idea generation

2. Idea evaluation

3. Concept development

4. Implementation

5. Testing and refinement

6. Diffusion and adoption

Each stage requires both creative and scientific thinking.

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