Effective way to copy past (some random thoughts)

How can we copy an idea effectively? Hold on! What is an idea? Is it the flow of thoughts or is it a meaningful thought?

Since I am associated with IT, let me take an example of a software project. What is a project?

Can there exist two similar projects? Technically NOT.

Can there exist two similar ideas? I believe the answer is still NO.

(Assuming you are in mid 75 percentile of professionals)Your boss has given you a new task and the next thing you notice is that your mind started looking for ideas, may be a at google.

What is an idea? Is it an inspirational thought or a catalyst? If yes, what is inspiring me to write this blog? At least I am investing my time here if not money.

Copying an idea seems easy however the difficult part is to identify what you want to copy. For example, msn.com is a good concept which can be copied has a good visual design which can be copied, uses good technology which can be copied, has great data that can be copied etc. etc.

It is not important to identify the source. It is important to understand the destination

cheers
-MV