I need one of these two questions answered, I have attached some materials with this, however, external sources can be used.
Question 2
a) Describe the key features of innovation for firms, explaining in your answer the
difference between sustaining and disruptive innovation. What are the characteristics of
innovative firms? Why does Pisano (2015) emphasize the importance of innovation
strategy for the corporation? Explain Pisanos (2015) message. Give an example of a
corporation that is elite in the practice of disruptive innovation in a way that creates
organic growth.
(10 marks)
b) What are the positives and negatives associated with merger and acquisition (M & A)
practice? What are the drivers of M & A? What are the problems with M & A? What is
Martins (2016) core message on the most effective way to manage M & A? Give an
example of a firm that has completed successful M & A. Why was this M & A work a
success?
(10 marks)
(Total: 10 marks + 10 marks = 20 marks)
Question 3
Some firms are successful at managing change, whether small (incremental) or large
(revolutionary)These firms have demonstrated the managerial commitment to handle
change in all their activities and should be successful over the long term (Fitzroy,
Hulbert and OShannassy, 2016: 340).
What are the key change management decisions strategic managers face? Anand and
Barsoux (2017) talk about practicing change management effectively; explain carefully
their message on getting change management right. Watanabe (2007) in his interview
shares the secrets of success for Toyotas long drive. What are the secrets to Toyotas
success? How does Toyota manage for the long term? How important is the quality
culture at Toyota? What technological changes do you expect to see in the motor vehicle
industry over the next three decades? Is Toyota well placed to go with these technological
trends compared to rivals like Tesla Inc.?
(20 marks)
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