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| Original language | English |
|---|---|
| Article number | 123444 |
| Number of pages | 14 |
| Journal | Technological Forecasting and Social Change |
| Volume | 204 |
| Early online date | 10 May 2024 |
| Publication status | Published - Jul 2024 |
Abstract
In existing works, frugal innovations are predominantly associated with emerging markets. Little is known about the development and diffusion of frugal innovations in industrialized economies or high-income countries. According to recent research, this can also be attributed to structural differences between emerging and industrialized economies. However, very little empirical research exists that examines the impact of such differences on frugal innovation. This paper develops initial steps towards assessing frugal attributes of existing products. In addition, it can be assumed that the application of certain frugal design principles inhibits attractiveness in certain markets due to the resulting lower level of amenities. However, frugality methods that rely more heavily on internal customization also exist. Accordingly, the possibility of using these methodologies also exists beyond serving the needs of the poor, fulfilling the needs of societies in general, including high-income population groups.
Keywords
- Advanced frugal innovation, Affordable products, Frugal design principles, Green technologies, Sustainability
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Business, Management and Accounting(all)
- Business and International Management
- Psychology(all)
- Applied Psychology
- Business, Management and Accounting(all)
- Management of Technology and Innovation
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In: Technological Forecasting and Social Change, Vol. 204, 123444, 07.2024.
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