This paper extends the principles of open source software development to a non-industry-specific level by introducing the Open Source Innovation (OSI) model. OSI exhibits main differences to other related models and concepts such as the private-collective model, commons-based peer production,...

As a first step towards understanding the evolution of small groups in firms, this paper develops and tests a simple decision-theoretical model of research-unit evolution in which, as managers resolve their uncertainty over time, they shut down under-performing units and remove under-performing...

This study explores the firm's readiness for developing emerging technology in e?business. By proposing a framework that captures technological, financial, and human capability within the firm and includes the environmental drivers of e?business, covering from partner willingness, capability,...

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