The study of transformation and change is one of the most important areas of social science research. This paper synthesizes and critically reviews the emerging traditions in the study of change dynamics. Three mainstream theories of evolution are introduced to explain change: the Darwinian...

We explore the joint determination of product differentiation strategy and corporate leverage in a setting where (i) product differentiation is valued by customers; (ii) debt is necessary to discipline managers; and (iii) liquidation is costly for customers, in particular, when products are...

Cross-border acquisitions may be a primary mode for accessing novel knowledge and the building up of knowledge capabilities. However, the successful exploration of novel business and/or location knowledge may require specific structural forms for the incorporation and internal transfer to occur....

Este estudo visa auxiliar na compreensão do papel das redes de relacionamento na geração de conhecimento e de inovação nas incubadoras. Trata-se uma pesquisa teórica, que parte da compreensão da situação atual de estudos e pesquisas sobre incubadoras e discute a importância da gestão...

This paper contributes to the literature on organizational change by examining organizations as social entities embedded in inter-organizational networks. In contrast to extant research that focuses on macro environment and internal factors to explain organizational change we put forth the...

Este trabalho apresenta um estudo exploratório sobre o marketing nas universidades privadas e comunitárias brasileiras. Analisa o cenário competitivo do ensino superior brasileiro, para demonstrar que a utilização de estratégias de marketing é um fator crítico de sucesso para essas...

A longevidade empresarial é um assunto central em estratégia empresarial. As empresas de maior longevidade são as que superaram a tendência para a inércia e para se concentrarem na replicação do que sempre fizeram e conseguem operar mudanças estratégicas profundas. Estas mudanças podem...

After a long period of restructuring and outsourcing, companies are increasingly looking for new growth opportunities. Growth with existing prod-ucts or by expansion in new markets is limited. Therefore, companies are searching for ways to expand their activities in new businesses. A frequently...

English ------- In today’s fast changing environment large companies need to be fast and flexible to compete successfully against smaller, more agile competitors. Strategic Foresight encompasses a set of tools, processes and organisation forms that enable large companies to identify, assess,...