Many Forward-Looking Companies Have Discovered That Their Own Organization Does

question 141

Multiple Choice

Many forward-looking companies have discovered that their own organization does not generate enough useful new-product ideas.This has caused them to find new product ideas by developing strategic relationships with outside individuals and organizations.This practice is referred to as __________.

• A)innovation alliances
• B)open innovation
• C)open collaboration
• D)"piggy-back thinking"
• E)stakeholder cooperation

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