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1. History
Like "invention", "innovation" is an ancient term, originating in the 13th century, the two being synonyms characterized by creation and novelty. However, the notion of innovation has evolved considerably over the years. It has been progressively enriched and transformed, especially during the 19th century.
Broadly speaking, there are two historical approaches:
economist since the origins of the industrial revolution;
in the last decades of the 20th century.
1.1 Economist approach
In the approach of economists, the notion of innovation appears from the very origins of economic analysis, but remains imprecise: we speak of "economic growth"....
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- Glossary of terms used in operational research - BSI BS7802 - 1995
- R management: terminolog and efinitions - AENOR UNE 16600 - may 2006
- Recommandations pour obtenir et assurer la qualité en conception - AFNOR X50-127 - 1988
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