Adaptation refines existing ideas for new contexts, while invention creates something entirely novel. Businesses use adaptation to reduce risk and enter markets faster, whereas invention drives breakthroughs and competitive advantage. Startups, product designers, and strategists benefit most—adaptation suits incremental growth, invention fuels disruption. Choosing between them hinges on resources, timeline, and appetite for uncertainty.
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