An open innovation model reduces a firm's absorptive capacity.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)


False

One key assumption underlying the open innovation model is that combining the best of internal and external R&d will more likely lead to a competitive advantage. This requires that the company must continuously upgrade its internal R&d capabilities to enhance its absorptive capacity-its ability to understand external technology developments, evaluate them, and integrate them into current products or create new ones.

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A. overload B. anxiety C. immodesty D. fear E.  pressure

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Facility-driven or equipment-based services must be concerned with what three factors? List and briefly define each of the three

What will be an ideal response?

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The source characteristic of attractiveness encompasses

A. beauty, familiarity, and differentiability. B. similarity, likability, and familiarity. C. comfort, individuality, and beauty. D. expertise, familiarity, and comfort. E. power, expertise, and aesthetics.

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