Framework

Seven-stage innovation process

The question it answers

When the innovation portfolio stalls, which stage from concept to commercialisation is each idea stuck at, and where should an R&D head put resources?

Origin
Kafouros, 2008
Diagram type
Process by phase
Level of analysis
Firm
Topics
Entrepreneurship & innovation
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Diagram

Seven-stage innovation process

  1. Innovation pipeline
  2. Conceptualisation
  3. Research
  4. Technology creation
  5. Design
  6. Prototyping
  7. Development
  8. Commercialisation

Sources

References

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  1. Kafouros, M.I. (2008) Industrial innovation and firm performance: the impact of scientific knowledge on multinational corporations. Cheltenham: Edward Elgar.doi:10.4337/9781781956380Source page