Main Factors That Make 3M an Innovative Organization 3M is regarded as an innovative organization owing to the culture cultivated by the management that places innovation at the center of its operations. Since its establishment in 1902, 3M has survived stiff competition in the market through continuous innovations that ensure it remains ahead of both perennial and emerging competitors. One of the main factors that make the firm innovative is its strategy to develop original customer-oriented solutions through elaborate market research. The development of all products for these different markets has been achieved due to the innovative nature of the firm’s workforce. The company has been able to respond with urgency to these demands by identifying consumer needs. Through innovations, the firm has developed customized products and services. An example of a product developed by 3M based on consumer needs is the WetordryTM sandpaper specifically designed to answer to the demands of an emerging motor car industry (The Times 100, 2012). Another factor that has made the firm remain innovative is the ability to build a strong competency in developing and adopting new technologies. The company has built within its workforce an unparalleled culture of innovation by predicting and prospecting for emerging consumer demands. Today, the company has developed a widely sought pharmaceutical product involved in tumor control owing to the innovations. The company has continued to pursue a rich culture based on a former president, McKnight’s principle that holds: “management that is destructively critical when mistakes are made kills initiative. It is essential that we have many people with initiative if we are to continue to grow”(3M, 2012, para. 5). Based on this principle, the company has cultivated a unique relationship and behavior pattern in which the workforce has been given the freedom to seek and explore new concepts and ideas (The Times 100, 2012). iPad 3 by Apple The iPad has revolutionized the audio-visual media platforms. The device, which is slightly larger than smartphones, but smaller than conventional laptops, has been described as an innovation of the 21st century. The device offers a platform for accessing books, movies, games, music, periodicals, and web content because it is controlled through a unique multi-touch display. The iPad appears in two different models the cellular and Wi-Fi based. These models allow different consumers to enjoy using the product in diverse environmental settings. The Wi-Fi model allows for access to both local area networks and the internet. On the other hand, the cellular model relies on a wireless network platform on top of the Wi-Fi connection. The latest version of this product; iPad 3 was launched on March 7, 2012. The third-generation iPad is a modification of previous models that had registered their share of market success since they were launched. The iPad 3 has improved features such as an advanced camera with ultra-modern optics that can capture high definition photo images. The use of Wi-Fi and 4G connection platforms mean that the new iPad can efficiently connect to the fastest networks worldwide. This enables faster response to user manipulation while maintaining a balance between the incredible and improved power efficiency. It allows for quick download and uploads speeds that have effectively transformed the email platform since large file attachments can now be sent with relative ease (Murph, 2012). The success of the iPad can be attributed to its multitasking ability. Studies indicate that leading business enterpr