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Review of Research on Management Innovation and Innovation Management: A Bibliometric Analysis
Full text linkMuch research regarding innovation management (IM) and management innovation (MI) were used interchangeably, even though both terms referred to two different meanings. This, in turn, causes obscurity in an attempt to clearly understand the essence of each term. This study is carried out with the objective to map the development of the research of IM and MI over the years simultaneously and separately using systematic search and bibliometric analysis. Our results discover that the publication for both terms increased over the years. Our general results show that most encountered keywords are mostly different for both terms. However, it then discovered that the terms ‘knowledge management’, which is associated with ‘organizational learning’, appeared in the top 5 most encountered keywords for both terms. This finding opens up new insights that deserve deeper investigation regarding the grand concept and its mechanism of action in the future.Much research regarding innovation management (IM) and management innovation (MI) were used interchangeably, even though both terms referred to two different meanings. This, in turn, causes obscurity in an attempt to clearly understand the essence of each term. This study is carried out with the objective to map the development of the research of IM and MI over the years simultaneously and separately using systematic search and bibliometric analysis. Our results discover that the publication for both terms increased over the years. Our general results show that most encountered keywords are mostly different for both terms. However, it then discovered that the terms ‘knowledge management’, which is associated with ‘organizational learning’, appeared in the top 5 most encountered keywords for both terms. This finding opens up new insights that deserve deeper investigation regarding the grand concept and its mechanism of action in the future
The Adoption of Product-Service System Business Models: A Multiple Case Study
Full text linkThis study aimed to analyze the adoption of product-service system (PSS) business models, focusing on adoption and perception aspects of PSS, as well as elements intrinsic to the design of the PSS business model itself. A qualitative method was employed through a multiple case study, utilizing semi-structured interviews and secondary data analysis. The findings suggest that companies embracing PSS share a common drive for innovation. Moreover, PSS is adopted and perceived as a means to meet customer needs and provide efficient, customized products. Furthermore, the value proposition of the PSS business model emphasizes sustainability. For managers, this study offers insights into the workings of PSS business models and suggests strategies for managing their key components effectively
Promoting Entrepreneurial Universities in India: A Case Study of IIT Madras
Full text linkEntrepreneurial Universities (EUs) are gaining increasing significance across the globe, as a source of deep-tech start-ups. EUs through the generation of knowledge-based entrepreneurship, along with teaching and research, are emerging as a new source of deep-tech startups in the developed world. Among the emerging economies, India has the potential to emerge as the leading Start-up Nation globally. If an increasing number of deep-tech start-ups has to emerge from India, it is imperative to consciously and explicitly promote EUs. However, EUs are a new phenomenon and efforts to promote EUs are at their infancy in India as of now. Though India pursues an exclusive “startup promotion policy” at the national level as well as at the regional levels since the middle of the last decade, there is no explicit emphasis on EUs yet. Against this backdrop, this article explores the evolution of IIT Madras as an EU along with its Research Park, its major entities, their interrelationship, and role they play in the generation of deep-tech start-ups. Subsequently, the article proposes an EU structure for deep-tech startups, in the context of IIT Madras. Finally, the article brings out how IIT Madras has gained Sustainable Competitive Advantage through its EU and then derives policy implications for the promotion of EUs
A Look at the Digitalization Strategies of Paraguayan Companies: Impact of the Drivers in the Context of MSMEs
Full text linkAll of the world\u27s productive sectors are being impacted by the phenomenon known as digitalization, but different economies are experiencing this phenomenon in different ways due to a variety of internal and external factors at play in the businesses. According to official statistics, they make up 97% of the nation\u27s commercial fabric and generate a sizable amount of employment (about 60%) and gross domestic product (GDP) for the nation. By categorizing Paraguayan MSMEs by economic sector, size, and age, the goal of this paper is to examine the influence of digitalization drivers in this context. In order to achieve this purpose, data was collected through a survey during the months of April to September 2022. The findings show that MSMEs\u27 owners value the key forces influencing digitization. On the other hand, they point out to the fact that varied behaviors are displayed depending on the business sector, size, and age of the company, which calls for specialized tactics and attention to improve digitalization in MSMEs
The Effect of Dynamic Capabilities on MSMEs Digitalization: Exploring the Moderating Role of Firm Age
Full text linkDigitalization is changing the way that Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) adapt to survive in a turbulent environment. In this sense, certain capabilities are necessary to effectively identify opportunities to advance their technological adoption level. This paper seeks to provide a better understanding of how dynamic capabilities affect several aspects of the digital maturity of the firm. We employ a structural equation model to analyze how sensing and seizing capabilities affect the digitalization of MSMEs, taking advantage of a novel data set provided by the self-assessment tool Chequeo Digital in Ecuador. Our research focuses on dynamic capabilities in the MSMEs context, which represents a contribution due to the unique nature of these firms, enhancing our understanding of the effect of sensing and seizing on their digitalization level. The results show a positive and significant effect of sensing and seizing capabilities on the digitalization of MSMEs. Moreover, we found a negative and significant moderating effect of firm age, on the relationship between sensing capability and digitalization. The findings highlight the importance of an adequate process of identification and adoption of digital technologies that can be effectively applied in MSMEs. By developing sensing and seizing capabilities firms may take advantage of opportunities, and ultimately reconfigure the business to quickly adapt to the future advances of upcoming digital technologies
Avances en la Transformación Digital de las Pymes impulsadas por la pandemia COVID 19
Full text linkPrior research has highlighted that technological adoption in organizations strengthens their competitiveness and market presence. Furthermore, it has been observed that environmental crises stimulate technology usage in companies. This study examines how SMEs adopted technology in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Using a mixed-method research approach, technological adoption data from over one hundred SMEs in Valle del Cauca, Colombia, were compared. The study was conducted in two phases: during the early months of the pandemic and after it. Finally, the Digital Maturity of the SMEs was assessed according to the Forrester 4.0 Model. The results revealed substantial progress in digital transformation within these companies, driven by the pandemic context.Investigaciones previas han resaltado que la adopción tecnológica en las organizaciones fortalece su competitividad y permanencia en los mercados. Además, se ha observado que las crisis del entorno estimulan el uso de tecnología en empresas. Este estudio analiza cómo las MiPymes adoptaron tecnología en respuesta a la pandemia de COVID-19. Utilizando un enfoque de investigación mixta, se compararon datos de apropiación tecnológica en más de cien MiPymes del Valle del Cauca, Colombia. El estudio se desarrolló en dos momentos: durante los primeros meses de pandemia y después de ella. Finalmente se evaluó la Madurez Digital de las MiPymes según el Modelo Forrester4.0. Los resultados revelaron un progreso sustancial en la transformación digital de estas empresas impulsado por el contexto de la pandemia
Data-Driven R&D&I Management for Societal Impacts: Introduction and Application of AgroRadarEval
Full text linkRecognizing evaluation results as a crucial source of information to support RD&I management, this article introduces \u27AgroRadarEval’, an interactive tool aimed at fulfilling theoretical, conceptual, and practical gaps concerning the systematization of the use of evaluation results in agricultural RD&I. Aligned with the principles of Responsible Research and Innovation (RRI) and Responsible Research Assessment (RRA), AgroRadarEval aims to support leaders and managers of RD&I in reflecting on the strengths and weaknesses of organizational capacities, culture, collaborations, processes, and communications that underlie the use of evaluation results in agricultural RD&I. AgroRadarEval is built along three support pillars: Evaluation Capacity Building, Impact-Oriented Evaluation Culture, and Reflective Learning, and is operationalized through eight interconnected dimensions: 1. participation and collaboration, 2. skills development, 3. promotion of an evaluation culture, 4. continuous feedback and adaptation, 5. integration with strategic planning, 6. monitoring, 7. influences of the external environment, and 8. communication. This study describes the development of the tool, its characteristics, illustrating its application in an agricultural RD&I organization. The study is targeted at leaders and managers of agricultural RD&I, evaluators, and researchers interested in research evaluation and enhancing the impact of RD&I
The Evolution of Project-Based Organizations: A Bibliometric Analysis and Literature Review
Full text linkThis study explores the evolution of research within project-based organizations, uncovering new trends and identifying promising directions for future inquiries. Employing a comprehensive six-step methodology that combines bibliometric and content analyses, this research assessed term frequency, conceptual interconnections, influential contributors, geographic clusters, and dominant themes shaping the field. The dual-tool strategy using VosViewer and SciMAT enhanced the reliability and depth of our bibliometric analysis, allowing for a nuanced understanding of the interlinks between concepts and the chronological progression of terms. Data from 1,066 papers published between 2000 and 2022, extracted from the Scopus database, were analyzed to visualize six clusters based on 180 frequently used keywords. This analysis not only highlighted the multidisciplinary nature of project-based organization studies, focusing on “project management,” “knowledge management,” and “project-based learning,” but also revealed 28 key terms associated with the project-based organization cluster, emphasizing robust connections to knowledge transfer and management. Additionally, Google Trends analysis showed a growing interest in the topic among non-scholars, mirroring the academic attention it receives. Content analysis of seminal papers, selected based on citations, aligned with the term chronology from the broader sample, pinpointing several vital research directions. This research stands out for its innovative approach, combining dual-tool bibliometric analysis with content analysis to address a significant gap in the literature. It offers reliable and robust results, bridging the disconnect between quantitative data synthesis and qualitative insights to provide a more comprehensive understanding of the field.This study explores the evolution of research within project-based organizations, uncovering new trends and identifying promising directions for future inquiries. Employing a comprehensive six-step methodology that combines bibliometric and content analyses, this research assessed term frequency, conceptual interconnections, influential contributors, geographic clusters, and dominant themes shaping the field. The dual-tool strategy using VosViewer and SciMAT enhanced the reliability and depth of our bibliometric analysis, allowing for a nuanced understanding of the interlinks between concepts and the chronological progression of terms. Data from 1,066 papers published between 2000 and 2022, extracted from the Scopus database, were analyzed to visualize six clusters based on 180 frequently used keywords. This analysis not only highlighted the multidisciplinary nature of project-based organization studies, focusing on “project management,” “knowledge management,” and “project-based learning,” but also revealed 28 key terms associated with the project-based organization cluster, emphasizing robust connections to knowledge transfer and management. Additionally, Google Trends analysis showed a growing interest in the topic among non-scholars, mirroring the academic attention it receives. Content analysis of seminal papers, selected based on citations, aligned with the term chronology from the broader sample, pinpointing several vital research directions. This research stands out for its innovative approach, combining dual-tool bibliometric analysis with content analysis to address a significant gap in the literature. It offers reliable and robust results, bridging the disconnect between quantitative data synthesis and qualitative insights to provide a more comprehensive understanding of the field.
Achieving Success in the Retail Industry: Key Factors for Female Digital Entrepreneurs
Full text linkThis paper explores into the dynamic scope of female entrepreneurship in the digital retail market, aiming to uncover the key factors that contribute to their success. Through a comprehensive analysis of the Colombian retail market, we challenge conventional notions and shed light on the effective strategies employed by these female entrepreneurs. We identified Key Success Factors (KSFs) for the Digital Retailer Entrepreneurship (DRE) statistics framework of 5 factors and 17 variables related to business Model success to study the interactions between the variables. Contrary to expectations, our research reveals that education, motivation, and market knowledge surpass prior experience in terms of driving their achievements. Moreover, we explore the factors that keep these entrepreneurs competitive, highlighting their skilled utilization of digital tools, ingenious marketing strategies, and the value they place on adaptability and collaboration. By unearthing these hidden triumphs, this study not only provides valuable insights for aspiring female entrepreneurs but also contributes to a deeper understanding of the evolving landscape of digital retail in Colombia. This research opens the door to further exploration of this field, offering opportunities for future research and practical implications in supporting the success of female digital entrepreneurs
Has the Innovation Process in Small Business Been Completely Explained? A Study Through Social Capital Theory
Full text linkCurrently, the innovation process in small businesses faces a huge challenge due to the low level of success of innovation ideas and products. This study aims to discover the missing aspects of building the innovation process by conducting an inductive study of small businesses in Indonesia. This study employs a qualitative approach with seven case studies using in-depth interviews and observations. The novelty of this study is discovering three main themes in the successful innovation process in small businesses, namely personal values, which create leadership style, organizational values, and culture adoption. Following that, the findings may complement the previous innovation process model and enrich the innovation literature.. This paper draws on social capital theory to discuss the theoretical implications, and on the practical side, the findings can assist entrepreneurs in what basic elements to understand and what to do before starting the innovation process. This study contributes to the ongoing debates on suitable innovation processes for small businesses