2 Learning from Existing Products and Practice

Question 1

Descrive what is meant by a Disruptive technology

Answer 1

A Disruptive technology is a new emerging technology that unexpectedly displaces an established one. Recent examples of disruptive technologies include smart phones, 3D printing, artificual intelligence, VR, nano-technology and e-commerce retailing.

Question 2

Define enterprise (DT specs definition)

Answer 2

The quality of activity of having a progressive approach that demonstrates initiative, resourcefulness and willingness to undertake new and challenging projects, despite the risks involved.

Question 3

Describe incrimental innovation

Answer 3

A series of small improvements to an existing product or product line that aims to
improve its competitive position over time. Incremental innovation is regularly
used within high-tech businesses to ensure products include new features that
are desired by consumers.

Question 4

Define innovation

Answer 4

Innovation in the context of this qualification refers to learners considering new methods or ideas to improve and refine their design solutions and meet the needs of their intended market and/or primary user.