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  1. 1. Spatial dependence in the regional innovation performance of small- and medium sized enterprises : A spatial econometric approach to identifying the drivers of SME innovation in European NUTS regions

    University essay from Jönköping University/IHH, Nationalekonomi

    Author : Felix Sebastian Veit Ginzinger; [2022]
    Keywords : Geography in Innovation; SME Innovation; Spatial Dependence; Regional Science;

    Abstract : Being a crucial sector in Europe’s economy, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) require involvement in innovative activities to perpetuate their competitiveness. Nevertheless, European-wide funding programs that aim to foster innovation at the regional level have been criticized for not being adequately tailored to SMEs’ innovation patterns and dynamics. READ MORE

  2. 2. Supporting SMEs in the Circular Economy Transition : Perspectives from Swedish Intermediaries

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för geovetenskaper

    Author : Linn Forsander; [2022]
    Keywords : Sustainable Development; Circular Economy; Small and medium-sized enterprises SME ; Circular Transition; Circular Business Model Innovation; Intermediaries;

    Abstract : There’s increasing evidence that activities from humans are affecting the earth system to a degree that is crossing the planetary boundaries. During the last decade, Circular Economy has gained attention from both academia, companies, and policymakers and is seen as one way to address economical and sustainability issues. READ MORE

  3. 3. SMEs’ Absorptive Capacity in the Context of Innovation Labs : An Exploratory Study about SMEs in the Context of ILs and the Integration Process of Acquired Knowledge

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    Author : Yvonne Madeleine Nolte; Gustav Nordberg; [2022]
    Keywords : Innovation; Innovation Lab; Absorptive Capacity; Knowledge Transfer; SME; Integration; Knowledge;

    Abstract : In today’s fast-changing business climate, the priority on digital transformation demands organizations to develop innovation competencies to survive (Nambisan et al., 2017). To gain knowledge and know-how and stay innovative, organizations could work together with an Innovation Lab (IL) to remain competitive. READ MORE

  4. 4. Analysis for the utilization of social media in a Swedish-based SME’s business network : A case study on the service-based startup

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för samhällsbyggnad och industriell teknik

    Author : Nitish Shrinivas Kulkarni; Namratha Kumar Vemulkar; [2021]
    Keywords : Business-to-Business Marketing; ARA Model; Social Media; Small-and-Medium Enterprises; Collaboration Process; Hybrid Approach.;

    Abstract : Social media (SM) is an innovative strategy used to develop new forms of communication channels and platforms. This has led to a positive transformation in the marketing strategy for both small-and-medium enterprises (SMEs) and large enterprises. READ MORE

  5. 5. Challenges in University-Industry Collaborations : Organisational Differences Leading to Challenges in University-Industry Collaborations in Student-Based Innovative Projects

    University essay from Jönköping University/Internationella Handelshögskolan

    Author : Johannes Fussenegger; David Casado Lopez; [2021]
    Keywords : university-industry collaborations; innovation; SMEs; organisational differences; student-based projects;

    Abstract : Background: Collaborations between universities and industries are common to foster innovation in small and medium-sized enterprises. Participants of these collaborations face several challenges related to these collaborations. Universities and Industries work in different environments and value different priorities. READ MORE