IT TOOK a leisurely 70 years after King Gillette invented the safety razor for someone to come up with the idea that twin blades might beâ€"or, at least sellâ€"better. Since then, the pace of change has accelerated, as blade after blade has been added to razors in an attempt to tech-up the “shaving experienceâ€.
For the most cynical shavers, this evolution is mere marketing. Twin blades seemed plausible. Three were a bit unlikely. Four, ridiculous. And five seems beyond the pale. Few people, though, seem willing to bet that Gillette's five-bladed Fusion is the end of the road for razor-blade escalation. More blades may seem impossible for the momentâ€"though strictly speaking the Fusion has six, because it has a single blade on its flip-side for tricky areasâ€"but anyone of a gambling persuasion might want to examine the relationship between how many blades a razor has, and the date each new design was introduced. (The Economist)
Moore's Law for Razors: 14 Blades by 2100
Moore's Law For Razors: 14 Blades By 2100
Trend Themes
1. Increasing Blade Count - Opportunity for disruptive innovation lies in creating razors with even higher blade counts.
2. Enhanced Shaving Experience - Disruptive innovation can be achieved by developing razors that offer a superior and more personalized shaving experience.
3. Technology Integration - There is potential for disruptive innovation by incorporating advanced technologies into razor designs.
Industry Implications
1. Personal Care Products - The personal care products industry can explore disruptive innovation opportunities in developing next-generation razors.
2. Manufacturing - Disruptive innovation potential exists in the manufacturing industry by creating innovative methods and materials for razor-blade production.
3. Consumer Electronics - The consumer electronics industry can tap into disruptive innovation opportunities by integrating smart features into razors for improved functionality.