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Cisco – Innovation as the Engine of Growth




Abstract
Issues
The case is structured to achieve the following teaching objectives:
- To comprehend the innovation strategy of a mature technology company
- To realize the need for acquisition as a means to get access to innovative technology
- To understand the various methods to involve employees in the innovation process
- To grasp the need to spot unexplored market segments and develop products catering to them
- To learn about new methods of innovation
Contents |
Introduction |
Background Note |
Four Pillars Of Innovation |
Innovation Through Acquisitions |
Innovation Through Partnership |
Innovation Through Integration |
Open Innovation |
Looking Ahead |
Exhibit |
Keywords
Cisco, Networking, Innovation, Crowdsourcing, Innovative Culture, New Product Development, Open Innovation, Employee-driven Innovation, Research and Development, Internet of Everything, Spin-In, Integration, Disruptive Innovation, Acquisition, Partnership