organizational-nature-laws
Powerful forces inherent to organizational structures and behaviors that define what companies can and cannot do, especially under disruptive technological change.
1 chapter across 1 book
The Innovator’s Dilemma (1997)Clayton M. Christensen
Chapter 11 synthesizes the book's findings by presenting a practical framework for understanding disruptive technologies and their impact on industry leaders. It emphasizes that conventional good management practices often exacerbate failure in the face of disruptive change, but by understanding and harnessing five fundamental principles of disruptive technology, managers can successfully navigate these challenges. The chapter introduces the first principle, highlighting companies' dependence on customers and investors for resources, which influences their ability to respond to disruptive innovations.