Innovation Quotes: Discovery, Invention and Diffusion
Innovation consists of the technological, managerial, and social processes through which a new idea or concept is first reduced to practice in a culture. Discovery is the initial observation of a new phenomenon. Invention provides the first verification that a real problem can be solved in a particular way. Diffusion spreads proved innovation broadly within an enterprise or society. All are necessary to create new value.
James Brian Quinn and Jordan Baruch – MIT Sloan Management Review
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The proper name of the journal is MIT Sloan Management Review. Just noting this for reference in the above Innovation Quote by James Brian Quinn and Jordan Baruch.
Thanks for pointing out, its fixed. The quote is coming from a paper edition that I have, but if you happen to know an online place where I could link just let me know.
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