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GLOBAL INVESTOR FOCUS Innovation — 04 2.07
GLOBAL INVESTOR FOCUS Innovation — 05 Innovation 06 The new wave of innovation The digital revolution has already had a profound positive effect on economic productivity. That many researchers believe its biggest impact is still to come bodes well for investors, says Giles Keating, Head of Global Research at Credit Suisse. 10 The revolution is just starting The best of the technological revolution may be yet to come. But we must foster its development carefully to realize its full potential, argues Professor Giovanni Dosi. 14 Niche over mass market In the digital age, niche products are challenging the mass market. Best-selling author Chris Anderson explains what it’s all about. 20 It doesn’t take much Microfinance is a valuable way to help the world’s poor. It is also a field that could gain greatly from technological innovation, according to Richard Weingarten of the UN Capital Development Fund. 24 A new way of thinking The mass-market model of business is past. The new paradigm is largely about the economic value of unleashing the human spirit and creative force, advises Professor C.K. Prahalad. 28 A question of “how” Products are becoming more difficult to differentiate in global markets. The key to finding a competitive edge no longer lies merely in “what,” but also in “how,” says Professor Niraj Dawar. Investments 32 Investing in innovation Innovations can make life easier and perhaps even change the world for the better. Specialists at Credit Suisse Research reveal which cutting-edge companies could be worth investing in. Services 48 50 Authors Disclaimer
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