Center-pivot irrigation is an example of user innovation followed by development of a similar commercial product. (Image is in the public domain. Source: Wikipedia.)
Instructor(s)
Prof. Eric von Hippel
MIT Course Number
15.356
As Taught In
Spring 2012
Level
Graduate
Course Description
Course Features
Course Description
Firms must develop major innovations to prosper, but they don't know how to. However, recent research into the innovation process has made it possible to develop breakthroughs systematically. 15.356 How to Develop Breakthrough Products and Services explores several practical idea generation development methods. To convey the art required to implement each of these methodologies, experts are invited to present real cases to the class.
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