Question 1

Which of the following would you expect to hear in a successful innovating company? (Several choices may be correct.)

Accepted Answer

A)  We have good "win-win" relationships with our suppliers and we pick up a steady stream of ideas from them. 
B)  We have a policy of renewing our car fleet every 2 years. 
C)  We look ahead in a structured way (using forecasting tools and techniques) to try and imagine future threats and opportunities. 
D)  We work closely with "lead users" to develop innovative new products and services. 
E)  We work well with universities and other research centres to help us develop our knowledge.
F) We have more computer terminals than staff in this company. 
A)  We have good "win-win" relationships with our suppliers and we pick up a steady stream of ideas from them. 
B)  We have a policy of renewing our car fleet every 2 years. 
C)  We look ahead in a structured way (using forecasting tools and techniques) to try and imagine future threats and opportunities. 
D)  We work closely with "lead users" to develop innovative new products and services. 
E)  We work well with universities and other research centres to help us develop our knowledge.
F) We have more computer terminals than staff in this company. A ,C, D ,E

Question 2

BRICS refers to a new construction material developed as part of a major innovation collaboration between large construction firms

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 3

Which of these is not an example of operational optimization towards sustainability?

Accepted Answer

A)  Pollution Controls 
B)  Flexible Work Hours/Telecommuting 
C)  Expanding product range 
D)  Energy Efficient Lighting 
E)  Use of Renewable Energy 
A)  Pollution Controls 
B)  Flexible Work Hours/Telecommuting 
C)  Expanding product range 
D)  Energy Efficient Lighting 
E)  Use of Renewable Energy C

Question 4

Which of these statements might you expect people to make in an innovative organization? (Several choices may be correct.)

Accepted Answer

A)  We have a supportive climate for new ideas-people don't have to leave the organization to make them happen. 
B)  We work well in teams. 
C)  Our reward and recognition system supports innovation. 
D)  People work well together across departmental boundaries. 
E)  Our bosses are more concerned with output than ideas.
F) We encourage people in this department to keep themselves to themselves-that way we keep control. 
A)  We have a supportive climate for new ideas-people don't have to leave the organization to make them happen. 
B)  We work well in teams. 
C)  Our reward and recognition system supports innovation. 
D)  People work well together across departmental boundaries. 
E)  Our bosses are more concerned with output than ideas.
F) We encourage people in this department to keep themselves to themselves-that way we keep control.

Question 5

Which of these is NOT a difference between social entrepreneurs and commercial entrepreneurs?

Accepted Answer

A)  Social entrepreneurs are less concerned with independence and wealth, and more on social means and ends. 
B)  Social entrepreneurs are older than commercial entrepreneurs. 
C)  Social entrepreneurs place less emphasis on short-term growth and longer term harvesting of the venture, and more concern on long term change and enduring heritage. 
D)  Social entrepreneurs place less reliance on the firm and management team to execute the venture, and greater reliance on a network of stakeholders and resources to develop and deliver change. 
A)  Social entrepreneurs are less concerned with independence and wealth, and more on social means and ends. 
B)  Social entrepreneurs are older than commercial entrepreneurs. 
C)  Social entrepreneurs place less emphasis on short-term growth and longer term harvesting of the venture, and more concern on long term change and enduring heritage. 
D)  Social entrepreneurs place less reliance on the firm and management team to execute the venture, and greater reliance on a network of stakeholders and resources to develop and deliver change.

Question 6

Bottom of the pyramid markets are a feature of the structure of sales and distribution in Egypt

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Which of these is not a recognised route for sustainability led innovation?

Accepted Answer

A)  Developing environmentally friendly products 
B)  Labelling products in green colours 
C)  Modifying processes to be more energy efficient or less environmentally harmful 
D)  Rethinking supply chains to offer more recycling opportunities and reduce waste 
A)  Developing environmentally friendly products 
B)  Labelling products in green colours 
C)  Modifying processes to be more energy efficient or less environmentally harmful 
D)  Rethinking supply chains to offer more recycling opportunities and reduce waste

Question 8

Which of the following is often associated with innovation success? (Several choices may be correct.)

Accepted Answer

A)  Understanding user needs 
B)  A high share price 
C)  Good project management skills 
D)  Early involvement of key players representing different functions 
E)  Regular review of progress against clear stop/go criteria for the project 
A)  Understanding user needs 
B)  A high share price 
C)  Good project management skills 
D)  Early involvement of key players representing different functions 
E)  Regular review of progress against clear stop/go criteria for the project

Question 9

Responsible innovation involves identifying key managers accountable for innovation within a business

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Which of the following would you expect to hear in a successful innovating company? (Several choices may be correct.)

BRICS refers to a new construction material developed as part of a major innovation collaboration between large construction firms

Which of these is not an example of operational optimization towards sustainability?

Which of these statements might you expect people to make in an innovative organization? (Several choices may be correct.)

Which of these is NOT a difference between social entrepreneurs and commercial entrepreneurs?

Bottom of the pyramid markets are a feature of the structure of sales and distribution in Egypt

Which of these is not a recognised route for sustainability led innovation?

Which of the following is often associated with innovation success? (Several choices may be correct.)

Responsible innovation involves identifying key managers accountable for innovation within a business

The Innovation Imperative and Digital Is Different

Developing an Innovation Strategy and Building the Innovative Organization

Sources of Innovation

Managing Uncertainty

Search Strategies for Innovation, Innovation Networks, Creating New Products and Services

Open Innovation and Collaboration

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Exam 7: Capturing Social Value and Capturing Learning From Innovation

Which of the following would you expect to hear in a successful innovating company? (Several choices may be correct.)

BRICS refers to a new construction material developed as part of a major innovation collaboration between large construction firms

Which of these is not an example of operational optimization towards sustainability?

Which of these statements might you expect people to make in an innovative organization? (Several choices may be correct.)

Which of these is NOT a difference between social entrepreneurs and commercial entrepreneurs?

Bottom of the pyramid markets are a feature of the structure of sales and distribution in Egypt

Which of these is not a recognised route for sustainability led innovation?

Which of the following is often associated with innovation success? (Several choices may be correct.)

Responsible innovation involves identifying key managers accountable for innovation within a business

The Innovation Imperative and Digital Is Different

Developing an Innovation Strategy and Building the Innovative Organization

Sources of Innovation

Managing Uncertainty

Search Strategies for Innovation, Innovation Networks, Creating New Products and Services

Open Innovation and Collaboration

Filters