This paper discusses why commissioned research is often neglected and misunderstood, as well as how its use can be enhanced. We argue that the lack of use of such research can be attributed to differences in researchers' and practitioners' knowledge and expectations regarding research problems,...

This paper discusses the nature and role of positive illusions in the exploitation of new ideas and innovation leading to the development of new enterprises and industries. Positive illusions imply misperceptions of oneself and the environment that can lead to faulty investments and...