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Publications in Scientific Journals:

M. Yaqub, M. Sreckovic, G. Cliquet, G. Hendrikse, J. Windsperger:
"Network innovation versus innovation through networks";
Industrial Marketing Management, 90 (2020), 79 - 89.



English abstract:
In today's dynamic, complex and interconnected environments, interfirm networks in its various forms (e.g.
franchising, retail and service chains, cooperatives, financial networks, joint ventures, strategic alliances, clusters,
public-private partnerships, digital platforms) are becoming increasingly important in helping firms improve
their competitive position through an enhanced access to innovation, complementary resources and
capabilities otherwise not available to them. Driven by increased performance pressures in unpredictable environments,
firms embedded in networks are increasingly moving from cooperators to collaborators as value cocreators.
The aim of this introductory article is to discuss the role of innovation in business networks by focusing
on two major topics: Network innovation versus innovation through networks. In addition, we provide an
overview of the articles included in the special issue on Networks and Innovation focusing on the questions: (1)
what is the impact of network characteristics on a firm's innovation?; and (2) what are the determinants of
innovation in interfirm networks?

Keywords:
Network innovation; Innovation through networks; Networked firms; Value co-creation; Theoretical perspectives on networks and innovation


"Official" electronic version of the publication (accessed through its Digital Object Identifier - DOI)
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.indmarman.2020.07.001


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