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“Because of the disruption phenomenon - technological progress outstripping the ability of customers to utilize it - the general tendency is for the money to migrate toward the subsystems.” quote by Clayton Christensen
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“Because of the disruption phenomenon - technological progress outstripping the ability of customers to utilize it - the general tendency is for the money to migrate toward the subsystems.”

Clayton Christensen

About This Quote

Source Book: The Innovator’s Dilemma by Clayton M. Christensen, 1997

Rapid tech advances outpace user ability, causing funds to flow to smaller, more usable components.

In simple terms: Tech moves faster than users can keep up, shifting money to simpler parts.

Key Takeaway

Focus on making technology accessible.

Themes

innovation technology adoption market dynamics

Mood

analytical strategic

Type

business insight

When to use this quote

  • product development
  • enterprise strategy
  • investment decisions
  • technology training

Key Concepts

disruption value capture customer capability

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can firms simplify tech for users?
  • What investments support subsystem growth?
A Different Perspective

Complex systems can still dominate if integrated well.

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