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A Century of Innovation: The 3M Story

Name: A Century of Innovation: The 3M Story
Brand: Fehmerling Books
SKU: 0972230203
Price: 38.00 USD
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ISBN: 9780972230209

A Century of Innovation: The 3M Story

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The Official Corporate History of 3M's Evolution, Breakthrough Inventions, and Unique Culture

Published for Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing Company's 100th anniversary, this corporate history documents 3M's transformation from a small 1902 abrasive mining startup into a global manufacturing power. The book details the development of iconic everyday products including sandpaper, masking tape, Scotch Tape, and Post-it Notes.

Highlighting 3M's famous "15 Percent Rule"—allowing researchers to pursue personal projects—the narrative analyzes how corporate culture, R&D management, and technical innovation sustained a century of growth.

Why You’ll Love This Book

Features archival corporate photographs, detailed product invention histories, and business strategy analysis. An insightful 2002 3M Company hardcover volume for entrepreneurs, corporate leaders, and American business history readers.

Edition & Specifications

Publisher: 3m Co.

Pages: 236

Format: Hardcover

Publication Date: 2002

ISBN: 9780972230209

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LCCN: 2010489735

OCLC: 50633535

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