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Disruptive Innovation vs Disruptive Technology: The Disruptive Potential of the Value Propositions of 3D Printing Technology Startups

Finn Hahn, Søren Jensen, Stoyan Tanev · 2014 · Technology Innovation Management Review

Summary. This paper examines 3D printing technology startups and their potential to disrupt manufacturing through additive production methods. Rather than traditional subtractive or molding approaches, 3D printing builds products layer-by-layer using digital controls. The authors analyze whether these startups represent genuinely disruptive innovation or merely disruptive technology, evaluating their value propositions and market impact.

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Hahn, F., Jensen, S., & Tanev, S.. (2014). Disruptive Innovation vs Disruptive Technology: The Disruptive Potential of the Value Propositions of 3D Printing Technology Startups. Technology Innovation Management Review. https://doi.org/10.22215/timreview/855

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DOI
10.22215/timreview/855
Countries
Denmark
Regions
Europe
Categories
innovation-theory, entrepreneurship, general-innovation
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2026-04-28