Abstract
In this paper we introduce the idea of a re-organized concept development phase. We argue that companies should move from product-centric development to service-oriented development. The overall concept, including business model and processes, and intangible and tangible parts of the offerings, should be defined at the beginning of the development process, before the actual investment decision and any further development or implementation. According to our survey, most production companies do not have an organized service development process, personnel for service development activities, or particular development methods. We found these large, globally operating Finnish companies to be very product-oriented or technology-oriented, with a strong technology development culture. Nevertheless, all companies agreed that services are a rapidly growing, area and increasing effort should be invested in this area. We conclude that companies should recognise their strengths and weaknesses in service development culture and accordingly act more proactively and systemically in development.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Proceedings of the 3rd ISPIM Innovation Symposium 2010 |
Publisher | International Society for Professional Innovation Management ISPIM |
Number of pages | 11 |
ISBN (Print) | 978-952-265-004-7 |
Publication status | Published - 2010 |
MoE publication type | B3 Non-refereed article in conference proceedings |
Event | 3rd ISPIM Innovation Symposium: Managing the Art of Innovation: Turning Concepts into Reality - Quebec City, Canada Duration: 12 Dec 2010 → 15 Dec 2010 |
Conference
Conference | 3rd ISPIM Innovation Symposium |
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Country/Territory | Canada |
City | Quebec City |
Period | 12/12/10 → 15/12/10 |