topic 9

What is the process of generating novel ideas called?

• Positive Approach

• Problem Solving

• Creativity

• Proactive Learning

What are the two types of change discussed in the text?

• Radical and Incremental

• Adaptive and Innovative

• Reactive and Proactive

• Fundamental and Least Threatening

According to the text, what is becoming the new competitive advantage?

• Innovation

• Technology

• Knowledge

• Information

What are the three forms of change discussed in the text?

• Reactive Change, Proactive Change, Fundamental Change

• Incremental Change, Disruptive Change, Transformational Change

• Adaptive Change, Innovative Change, Radically Innovative Change

• Least Threatening, Somewhat Threatening, Very Threatening

What are the components of an innovation system according to the text?

• Innovation Strategy, Human Capital, Feedback, Evaluation

• Senior Leaders, Innovative Culture, Human Resource Policies, Resources

• Commitment, Structure, Processes, Resources

• Inputs, Outputs, Target Elements, Feedback

What is the purpose of organizational development?

• Improving Individual, Team, and Organizational Performance

• Revitalizing Organizations

• All of the above

• Adapting to Mergers

What is Lewin's Change Model composed of?

• Inputs, Outputs, and Feedback

• Reactive, Proactive, and Fundamental

• Adapting, Innovating, and Transforming

• Unfreezing, Changing, and Refreezing

What are the forces for change discussed in the text?

• All of the above

• Offshore Suppliers and Knowledge

• Marketplace and Competitors

• External and Internal

What are the causes of resistance to change according to the text?

• Employee Characteristics, Change Agent Characteristics, Change Agent-Employee Relationship

• Individuals' Predisposition, Surprise and Fear, Climate of Mistrust

• Fear of Failure, Loss of Status, Peer Pressure

• All of the above

What is the focus of the innovation system discussed in the text?

• Improvement and New Directions

• Product and Process

• Innovation Strategy and Human Capital

• Type of Innovation and Focus of Innovation