Absorptive Capacity Approach to Technology Transfer at Corporate Accelerators: A Systematic Literature Review

2021 ◽  
pp. 51-69
Author(s):  
Ufuk Gür
Keyword(s):  
Technology Transfer ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Systematic Literature Review ◽  
Absorptive Capacity

Approaches, success factors, and barriers for technology transfer in software engineering-Results of a systematic literature review

2018 ◽  
Vol 30 (11) ◽  
pp. e1981 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jennifer Brings ◽  
Marian Daun ◽  
Sarah Brinckmann ◽  
Kevin Keller ◽  
Thorsten Weyer
Keyword(s):  
Technology Transfer ◽  
Software Engineering ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Systematic Literature Review ◽  
Success Factors

A systematic literature review on technology transfer from university to industry

2018 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 197 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ximena Patricia López Mendoza ◽  
David Santos Mauricio Sanchez
Keyword(s):  
Technology Transfer ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Systematic Literature Review

scholarly journals INFLUENCE OF ABSORPTIVE CAPACITY ON INNOVATION: A SYSTEMATIC LITERATURE REVIEW

2019 ◽  
Vol 20 (6) ◽  
Author(s):  
ANDREI MIKHAILOV ◽  
FERNANDA M. REICHERT
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review ◽  
Systematic Literature Review ◽  
Absorptive Capacity ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Empirical Studies ◽  
Research Field ◽  
Direct Influence ◽  
Initial Sample ◽  
Dynamic Approach ◽  
Measurement Models

ABSTRACT Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to reveal how quantitative empirical studies approach the direct influence of absorptive capacity (AC) on innovation. The AC research field continues to be subject to the phenomenon of reification, since it is still quite scattered. Originality/value: The article contributes to AC’s theoretical approach by compiling a set of forces with AC’s direct influence on innovation. This evaluation has revealed detailed information about this relationship, such as the AC approach used and situations in which it acts as a moderating force in a relationship. Thus, we suggest a structure of influence of AC on innovation. Design/methodology/approach: Systematic literature review based on Tranfield, Denyer, and Smart’s (2003) method was applied. From an initial sample of 231 articles, 37 empirical studies were selected for analysis. We analyzed the AC’s influence on innovation in each paper, as well as the forces that affect that influence. Findings: The results suggest that AC dynamic approach may become dominant within AC and innovation literature, as the number of studies that use this approach grows constantly. However, the validated measurement models proposed by several AC scholars are still underused by most studies. Many empirical studies tend to adapt existing measurement models according to idiosyncratic research needs. In addition, as expected, we identified that intra-firm factors might be as important as environmental factors in transforming firms’ AC into innovation.

scholarly journals Determinants of Absorptive Capacity: a systematic literature review

2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (2) ◽  
pp. 122-152
Author(s):  
Naijela Janaina Costa Silveira ◽  
Diogo Ferraz ◽  
Diego Scarpa de Mello ◽  
Eduardo Polloni-Silva ◽  
Daisy Aparecida do Nascimento Rebelatto ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Developing Countries ◽  
Foreign Direct Investment ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Systematic Literature Review ◽  
Absorptive Capacity ◽  
Direct Investment ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Empirical Studies ◽  
Productivity Spillovers ◽  
Level Of Knowledge

Purpose – To conduct a literature review on the determinants of Absorptive Capacity (AC), which allows for productivity spillovers from Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in developed and developing countries. Theoretical framework – This study is based on the literature indicating that before benefiting from spillovers, companies need a certain level of knowledge and expertise. Design/methodology/approach – A Systematic Literature Review (SLR) of empirical studies on AC and productivity spillovers is presented. A total of 60 articles were reviewed. Findings – The SLR revealed that human capital and R&D investments are the most frequently cited determinants of AC. R&D is especially important for developing countries. Research, Practical & Social implications – Public policies targeting R&D development may be a valuable strategy to facilitate productivity spillovers in developing countries. Originality/value – This paper analyzes the determinants of AC while verifying how both developed and developing countries can benefit from FDI, which is of great importance considering the growth of FDI in developing countries. Keywords - Foreign Direct Investment. Productivity. Spillover.

scholarly journals Knowledge Based View of University Tech Transfer—A Systematic Literature Review and Meta-Analysis

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (3) ◽  
pp. 62
Author(s):  
Clovia Hamilton ◽  
Simon P. Philbin
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Technology Transfer ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Systematic Literature Review ◽  
Business Performance ◽  
Research Study ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Empirical Studies ◽  
Knowledge Based ◽  
Quantitative Synthesis

Research and technology commercialization at research-intensive universities has helped to develop provincial economies resulting in university startups, the growth of other new companies and associated employment. University technology transfer offices (TTOs) oversee the process of technology transfer into the commercial marketplace and these organizational units can be considered in the context of enabling effective knowledge management. However, what enables productive TTO performance has not been comprehensively researched. Therefore, this research study adopted the knowledge-based view as the theoretical construct to support a comprehensive investigation into this area. This was achieved through employing a systematic literature review (SLR) combined with a robust meta-analysis. The SLR identified an initial total of 10,126 articles in the first step of the review process, with 44 studies included in the quantitative synthesis, and 29 quantitative empirical studies selected for the meta-analysis. The research study identified that the relationship between TTO knowledge management and knowledge deployment as well as startup business performance is where TTOs secure the strongest returns.

A systematic literature review on technology transfer from university to industry

2018 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 197 ◽  
Author(s):  
David Santos Mauricio Sanchez ◽  
Ximena Patricia López Mendoza
Keyword(s):  
Technology Transfer ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Systematic Literature Review

scholarly journals Absorptive capacity in startups: A systematic literature review

2021 ◽  
Vol 17 (1) ◽  
pp. 57-95
Author(s):  
Ximena Alejandra Flechas Chaparro ◽  
◽  
Ricardo Kozesinski ◽  
Alceu Salles Camargo Júnior ◽  
◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review ◽  
Systematic Literature Review ◽  
Absorptive Capacity ◽  
Global Economy ◽  
New Ventures ◽  
Innovation Process ◽  
Theory And Practice ◽  
New Venture ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Future Research Agenda

Purpose: Several scholars have pointed out that absorptive capacity (AC) is critical for the innovation process in large firms. However, many other authors consider startups as key drivers for innovation in the current global economy. Therefore, this article aims to identify how the concept of AC has been addressed in the new venture context. Methodology: A systematic literature review analyzing 220 papers published between 2001 and 2018. Findings: The systematic literature review identifies three clusters of research addressing AC in startups: Knowledge, Innovation, and Performance, along with the central authors of the discussion, the main contributions, theoretical references, and their future research agenda guidelines. Implications for theory and practice: This study contributes to the innovation and entrepreneurship literature by connecting the importance of AC and new venture creation, and providing a better understanding of how entrepreneurs could enhance their innovative processes. Originality and value: Based on the analysis of the literature review, a framework that differentiates knowledge acquisition strategies for new ventures was created. The framework categorizes the strategies according to the knowledge source (i.e., internal or external) and the degree of intentionality (i.e., formal or informal).

scholarly journals Knowledge and technology transfer in multinationals: a systematic literature review

2021 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 1
Author(s):  
Mario Franco ◽  
Rosivalda Pereira ◽  
Margarida Rodrigues ◽  
Rui Silva
Keyword(s):  
Technology Transfer ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Systematic Literature Review ◽  
Knowledge And Technology Transfer

Industry 4.0 transition: a systematic literature review combining the absorptive capacity theory and the data–information–knowledge hierarchy

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Lorenzo Ardito ◽  
Roberto Cerchione ◽  
Erica Mazzola ◽  
Elisabetta Raguseo
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review ◽  
Systematic Literature Review ◽  
Absorptive Capacity ◽  
Industry 4.0 ◽  
Digital Technologies ◽  
Clear Picture ◽  
Smart Manufacturing ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Content Type

Purpose The effect of the transition toward digital technologies on today’s businesses (i.e. Industry 4.0 transition) is becoming increasingly relevant, and the number of studies that have examined this phenomenon has grown rapidly. However, systematizing the existing findings is still a challenge, from both a theoretical and a managerial point of view. In such a setting, the knowledge management (KM) discipline can provide guidance to address such a gap. Indeed, the implementation of fundamental digital technologies is reshaping how firms manage knowledge. Thus, this study aims to critically review the existing literature on Industry 4.0 from a KM perspective. Design/methodology/approach First, the authors defined a structuring framework to highlight the role of Industry 4.0 transition along with absorptive capacity (ACAP) processes (acquisition, assimilation, transformation and exploitation), while specifying what is being managed, that is data, information and/or (actual) knowledge, according to the data-information-knowledge (DIK) hierarchy. The authors then followed the systematic literature review methodology, which involves the use of explicit criteria to select publications to review and outline the stages a process has to follow to provide a transparent and replicable review and to analyze the existing literature according to the theoretical framework. This procedure yielded a final list of 150 papers. Findings By providing a clear picture of what scholars have studied so far on Industry 4.0 transition, in terms of KM, this literature review highlights that among all the studied digital technologies, the big data analytics technology is the one that has been explored the most in each phase of the ACAP process. A constructive body of research has also emerged in recent years around the role played by the internet of things, especially to explain the acquisition of data. On the other hand, some digital technologies, such as cyber security and smart manufacturing, have largely remained unaddressed. An explanation of the role of these technologies has been provided, from a KM perspective, together with the business implications. Originality/value This study is one of the first attempts to revise the literature on Industry 4.0 transition from a KM perspective, and it proposes a novel framework to read existing studies and on which to base new ones. Furthermore, the synthesis makes two main contributions. First, it provides a clear picture of the different digital technologies that support the four ACAP phases in relation to the DIK hierarchy. Accordingly, these results can emphasize what the literature has looked at so far, as well as which digital technologies have gained the most attention and their impacts in terms of KM. Second, the synthesis provides prescriptive considerations on the development of future research avenues, according to the proposed research framework.

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