This paper examines the use of innovation protection mechanisms in small and medium enterprises (SMEs). By starting … from a knowledge-based view, the aim is to achive a better understanding of how the role perceived by innovating SMEs of … such as secrecy or lead time advantage are explored. This is because different knowledge protection practices must not only …

We analyze the effects of digitalization and the knowledge acquired through vertical and institutional cooperation … relatively low innovation score, a feature reversing the trend observed in most European Union countries. Three empirical … scenarios, one for each innovation output, are defined and analyzed following a random-effects probit panel model separately …

The adoption of open innovation practices is becoming increasingly important for SMEs seeking to remain competitive in … today's fast-paced business environment. The aim of this study is to understand the implementation of open innovation … processes by SMEs while highlighting two critical processes: open innovation implementation (OII) and open ambidextrous …

leadership and customisation. HCs are more open in their knowledge management, but without compromising control over the new … product development process. HCs do not invest more into innovation, but achieve higher innovation success. The higher …

technological innovation, and it examines their perceived use and ease of digital media for stakeholder engagement. Design: The … research methodology integrated measuring items from the technology acceptance model, the pace of technological innovation and … technological innovation and the SMEs’ perceived usefulness of digital media for communication purposes. The results also revealed …

study shows that these social networks are an essential driver of knowledge integration and innovation. …Past research has revealed that knowledge integration is an important prerequisite for the success of new product … and explore their knowledge exchange relationships both inside and across functional and hierarchical boundaries. Our …