In:
International Journal of Innovation and Technology Management, World Scientific Pub Co Pte Ltd, Vol. 19, No. 02 ( 2022-04)
Abstract:
In innovation management (IM), two perspectives typically come together, characterized with the term ambidexterity: a clear orientation towards the best possible use of resources (exploitation) and, at the same time, completely new ideas and novel approaches (exploration). We consider contextual ambidexterity suitable to address this dilemma in small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Based on findings from five German SMEs, we argue that training and using ‘conventional’ IM for exploitation and ‘agile’ IM for exploration could be most feasible. We develop a generic conceptual model with high practical relevance for SMEs and their innovation projects.
Type of Medium:
Online Resource
ISSN:
0219-8770
,
1793-6950
DOI:
10.1142/S0219877022500067
Language:
English
Publisher:
World Scientific Pub Co Pte Ltd
Publication Date:
2022
SSG:
3,2
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