Laggards in disguise: Resistance to adopt and the leapfrogging effect☆

In this conceptual paper we propose a redefinition of the Laggards concept and discuss a consumer leapfrogging effect, whereby Laggards of previous product generations may often become the Innovators of the most recent generation. We then examine the potential financial benefits to be gained by addressing this resistant population.

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