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innovated a new system for filing books that dramatically improved efficiency in libraries
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Recent Examples of innovate
This is not to discount the opportunities to innovate but rather to reinforce the importance of understanding the structure of the market and the system into which one is selling.
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Mark Francis, Forbes.com, 26 Mar. 2025
The Dragon line innovated the use of multiple subwoofers, last year upgrading eight-inch options with 12-inch subs, creating gut-quivering levels of deep bass to complement the superior sound from the massive (over 58-inches long) stainless-steel soundbar.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 26 Mar. 2025
With successful exits, new entrants and ways to continue innovating, the category isn’t expected to slow down any time soon.
—Emily Burns, WWD, 25 Mar. 2025
The works also showcase several techniques that are innovating in horology, such as Longwy enamel on faience and wood micro-marquetry – this year gracing a dome table clock for the first time.
—Carol Besler, Forbes, 24 Mar. 2025
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Mark Francis, Forbes.com, 26 Mar. 2025
The Dragon line innovated the use of multiple subwoofers, last year upgrading eight-inch options with 12-inch subs, creating gut-quivering levels of deep bass to complement the superior sound from the massive (over 58-inches long) stainless-steel soundbar.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 26 Mar. 2025
With successful exits, new entrants and ways to continue innovating, the category isn’t expected to slow down any time soon.
—Emily Burns, WWD, 25 Mar. 2025
The works also showcase several techniques that are innovating in horology, such as Longwy enamel on faience and wood micro-marquetry – this year gracing a dome table clock for the first time.
—Carol Besler, Forbes, 24 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for innovate
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Regional hubs have been established in North America, China, France, Sweden, and Spain to cover the specific requirements and automotive regulations of the respective countries.—
Jeanette Rohr,
Forbes.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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Metcalf's family has also established a fundraiser for their expenses, which has raised nearly $250,000 on GoFundMe since April 2.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
People.com,
6 Apr. 2025
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While compelling products and retailers pioneering frictionless customer experiences usually drive customer behavioral changes, these changes take time to materialize and are high-risk bets.—
Vinod Sivagnanam,
Forbes.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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Using grand feu enamel to simulate drips of nail polish has to be a first in high watchmaking, and who but a high-fashion brand to pioneer the art form?—
Justin Fenner,
Robb Report,
1 Apr. 2025
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In severe weather conditions, forcing or lift mechanisms, such as a cold front, dry line, or terrain, are needed to trigger rising air and initiate thunderstorm development.—
Alana Wise,
NPR,
5 Apr. 2025
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With the goal of providing even more supportive services, the Hispanic Health Council has initiated conversation with key education leaders to address the gaps in Connecticut education systems.—
Ken Barela,
Hartford Courant,
3 Apr. 2025
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The crisis has created a surge in patriotism among Canadians, with many in the country feeling that Carney is the best person to lead the country at the moment.—
Rob Gillies,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Mar. 2025
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The project is also intended to contribute to maintaining existing forests and creating new ones.—
Noël Fletcher,
Forbes.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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Rolex introduced a new collection, the Land-Dweller, and Piaget introduced a new ladies’ collection, the Sixtie.—
Carol Besler,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Pettersen introduced the measure before giving birth in January.—
Caitlin Yilek,
CBS News,
8 Apr. 2025
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Originally launched as a limited-edition Studio Juice with only 100 units, its instant popularity secured its place in the permanent collection.—
Danielle James,
Vogue,
1 Apr. 2025
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Louis Vuitton was among the first to recognize how crucial a deep emotional connection is to a brand; the company launched its Travel Book collection in 2013.—
R. Daniel Foster,
Forbes.com,
1 Apr. 2025
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Alon-Lee Green, the founding co-director of Standing Together, a progressive grassroots movement, told CNN that young people aren’t at fault for the extremist attitudes that are dividing wider Israeli society.—
Kara Fox,
CNN Money,
28 Mar. 2025
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That policy was targeted last year in a letter sent to Disney’s top brass by America First Legal Foundation, a conservative group founded by White House deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller.—
Winston Cho,
HollywoodReporter,
28 Mar. 2025
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The new numbers show federal jobs in Florida decreased by 700 from January to February, as the Trump administration took office and instituted a Department of Government Efficiency to cut federal spending.—
Jim Turner,
The Orlando Sentinel,
28 Mar. 2025
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At East Aurora High School, the district also instituted 15-minute office hours in the morning once learning resumed in a hybrid format, according to Jonathan Simpson, who was the principal of East Aurora High School during the pandemic and now works as the principal of Allen Elementary.—
Molly Morrow,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Mar. 2025
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