Is disruptive innovation only about technology?

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While technology is often a catalyst, disruptive innovation is not solely about groundbreaking technological advancements. It is fundamentally a market phenomenon driven by business models and value networks. A seemingly simple product or service, perhaps with a new way of delivery or pricing, can be disruptive even without a revolutionary technology. The key is its ability to serve overlooked or new customer segments more effectively, eventually challenging the established order.

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