An alternative to doing a term paper is to write about the implementation of an innovation you have witnessed in your work life. It does not have to necessarily be a successful implementation.
5 pts Introduction
20 pts What was the source of the innovation? What was the type of innovation? Why was it felt this innovation could lead to increased profitability for the firm?
20 pts Who were the people involve in the recognition and implementation of this innovation? What roles did they play in the implementation process?
20 pts What organizational structure changes were made to successfully implement this innovation? What strategies were involved? (block, team-up, run/offensive, defensive/differentiation vs. low-cost)
20 pts To what extent was the implementation of the innovation a success? What might have been done differently to better exploit this innovation?
15 pts Writing style/professionalism
100 pts TOTAL