Essays about: "academic theory in business context"

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1. 11. Internationalization of Financial Technology Start-ups (Fintechs) : Evidence from Ecuadorian case studies

   University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för marknadsföring (MF)

   Author : Katherine Estefania Monroy Zambrano; [2020]
   Keywords : Internationalization; FinTech; finance; technology; Ecuador; Latin America; emerging markets; born-digital firms;

   Abstract : In the past decade, the financial industry has been criticized to lack a faster digital transformation to provide more efficient services, where FinTech (a neologism generated from the contraction of “(Fin)ancial” and “(Tech)nology”) start-ups or fintechs represent a paradigm shift to reinvent the industry. FinTech is gaining attention in multiple academic disciplines, however, it was found that it has been neglected from the international business discipline to understand the internationalization process of fintechs. READ MORE

3. 12. EXPANDING THE CONCEPT OF DIGITAL COMPETENCE A Case Study on How Digital Competence is Portrayed in a Company Transforming to Digital Service Orientation

   University essay from Institutionen för tillämpad informationsteknologi

   Author : Patricija Ilin; Tomi Mustikka; [2019-08-08]
   Keywords : digital competence; digital servitization; digital transformation; manufacturing; digital talent; industry 4.0;

   Abstract : Digitalisation requires new ways for businesses to innovate in order to meet contemporary customer needs. Manufacturers are adopting digital servicebased business models to enhance competitive advantage. To address these challenges companies have to identify, attract and develop digital competence. READ MORE

4. 13. Entrepreneurial Learning in a University Incubator - A single case study with VentureLab

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

   Author : Rosa Maria Fuchs; Lisa Theresa Wehmeier; [2019]
   Keywords : Entrepreneurial Learning; University Incubator; Incubator Context; Experiential Learning; Social Learning; Social Capital; Entrepreneurial Knowledge; Business and Economics;

   Abstract : This research has been conducted through a single case study by applying a qualitative research approach on how a university context shapes the way entrepreneurs learn in an incubator. The data was collected through semi-structured interviews and analyzed according to Gioia, Corley and Hamilton (2012). READ MORE

5. 14. Advancing blockchain: A case of blockchain-enabled residential P2P electricity trading

   University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för företagande och ledning; Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för marknadsföring och strategi

   Author : Karolina Brucknerova; Ina Zappe; [2019]
   Keywords : blockchain; energy sector; energy decentralization; peer-to-peer electricity trading; ecosystem;

   Abstract : Moving towards decarbonization, the energy sector is facing a challenge of incorporating an increasing number of renewable energy sources generators in the existing electricity system. One of the proposed solutions is the adoption of blockchain-enabled residential P2P electricity trading. READ MORE

6. 15. The Application and Implementation of Integrative Sustainability within Swedish SMEs - a Practical Perspective

   University essay from Högskolan i Jönköping/Internationella Handelshögskolan

   Author : Maximilian Cojocea; Andreas Lundin; [2019]
   Keywords : Integrative Sustainability; Integrated Value Creation; Real Value; Corporate Social Responsibility; Small and Medium-sized Businesses; Shared Value; Sustainability in Business; Triple Bottom Line;

   Abstract : In light of a stronger recognition of the need for sustainable business practices as “business as usual” no longer presents itself as a viable option, this study aims to cast light on the current work of Swedish SMEs with integrative sustainability. Within the academic field of sustainability in business, the latest years have seen the emergence of multiple frameworks that promote a holistic sustainability approach to conducting business. READ MORE