The following sections are included: <ul><li class="bullet">Introduction</li></ul> <ul><li class="bullet">Theoretical Lens: Contingency Theory</li></ul> <ul><li class="bullet">Literature Review</li></ul> <ul><li class="bullet">Measuring Inbound Open Innovation <ul><li class="bullet"> Dimension one of inbound open innovation: Breadth</li><li class="bullet"> Dimension two of inbound open innovation: Depth</li><li class="bullet"> Dimension three of inbound open innovation: Ambidexterity</li></ul> <p></li></ul>...</p>

Purpose This paper explores openness within new product development (NPD) projects. The purpose of this paper is to examine the impact of breadth, depth and partner newness on product innovativeness and product competitive advantage. The authors also seek to examine the contingent effects of the...

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