Value generation from industry-science linkages in light of targeted open innovation

2017 ◽  
Vol 21 (2) ◽  
pp. 295-307 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dirk Meissner ◽  
Elias George Carayannis
Keyword(s):  
Technology Transfer ◽  
Knowledge Transfer ◽  
Holistic View ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Knowledge And Technology Transfer ◽  
Science And Research ◽  
Desk Research ◽  
Transfer Channels ◽  
Science Technology And Innovation

Purpose This paper aims to provide a substantial overview of features and channels of knowledge and technology transfer in light of achieving impact from science and research. Design/methodology/approach The paper is conceptual with substantial desk research undertaken. A taxonomy of transfer channels is proved and levels of impact from STI proposed. Findings It is found that there are different levels of value generated from science, technology and innovation, each featuring different stakeholders with different agendas and expectations. It is argued that to make knowledge and technology transfer impactful and sustainable, a long-term and holistic view and approach is required. Originality/value Against most papers about technology and knowledge transfer, this work presents an overarching overview of objects, channels and features of partners involved in transfer. It is features technology and knowledge transfer from a holistic perspective and provides useful background for future empiric studies and impact assessments.

scholarly journals Transferencias de conocimiento y tecnología en medicina y en ciencias de la salud: una introducción / Knowledge and Technology Transfer in Medicine and the Health Sciences: An Introduction

2012 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Enrique Baca Baldomero
Keyword(s):  
Technology Transfer ◽  
Knowledge Transfer ◽  
Health System ◽  
Information Society ◽  
General Public ◽  
Health Sciences ◽  
Transfer Of Knowledge ◽  
Specific Field ◽  
Knowledge And Technology Transfer

ABSTRACTAn analysis of the concept of the transfer of knowledge, in general, and, in particular, its application to the health system. Three aspects of the transfer of knowledge are analysed: concepts and data; technology and values; and the directions it takes, that is to say centripetally from the cordon of sciences outside the health system itself (or any specific field of knowledge) and centrifugally from this out to the general public. This exchange of knowledge (transfer, transmission, dissemination; all three variants are analysed in the piece) includes, as well as the knowledge itself, values that modify both the nucleus generating knowledge and its recipients. It is necessary, in our so-called communication or information society, to find out and quantify how transfers of knowledge (concepts, data and technology) influence the appearance of values arising from these transfers.RESUMENSe analiza el concepto transferencia de conocimientos en general y en su aplicación particular al sistema sanitario. La transferencia de conocimientos se analiza en su triple aspecto de conceptos y datos; tecnologías y valores, así como en las direcciones en que se da, es decir, de modo centrípeto, desde el cordón de ciencias externas al propio sistema sanitario (o en general a cualquier campo de conocimiento concreto) y desde este hacia el exterior incluida la población en general de modo centrífugo. Este intercambio de conocimientos  (transferencia, transmisión, difusión; las tres variantes son analizadas en el trabajo) incorpora, junto al propio conocimiento, valores que modifican tanto al propio núcleo generador de conocimientos como a los receptores de los mismos, siendo necesario, en nuestra así llamada sociedad de la comunicación o de la información, conocer y cuantificar de qué modo influyen las transferencias de conocimientos (conceptos, datos, y tecnologías) en la aparición de valores que se derivan de dichas transferencias.

Exhibition destination attractiveness – organizers' and visitors’ perspectives

2016 ◽  
Vol 28 (12) ◽  
pp. 2795-2819 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xin Jin ◽  
Karin Weber
Keyword(s):  
Large Scale ◽  
Holistic View ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Key Stakeholders ◽  
Destination Attractiveness ◽  
Practical Guidelines ◽  
Second Tier ◽  
Business Events ◽  
Business To Business

Purpose The purpose of this study was to provide a holistic view of exhibition destination attractiveness by examining perceptions of two of the three key stakeholders (exhibition organizers and visitors) and contrasting them with those of exhibitors. Design/methodology/approach This research used a mixed method approach, collecting 535 responses from visitors attending nine business-to-business exhibitions in four major cities in China via structured surveys. In addition, eight in-depth interviews with CEOs/owners of leading global and Chinese exhibition companies were conducted. Findings The findings revealed that exhibitors may go almost anywhere where there is potential for successful business. In contrast, visitors prefer exhibition destinations with good accessibility to minimize travel time and an attractive leisure environment that offers a degree of enjoyment in addition to taking care of business. A destination’s “economic environment” and “cluster effects” were comparatively less important to them. Organizers were cognizant of these differences, contributing to their reluctance in taking large-scale, branded exhibitions to second-tier destinations, despite considerable efforts by these cities to improve their infrastructure. Practical implications This study offers practical guidelines for destination administrators and exhibition organizers with regard to evaluating destination resources for long-term exhibition development. Originality/value In contrast to prior studies, this research identifies significant differences in perceptions of exhibition destination attractiveness among all three key industry stakeholders. It also presents a persuasive case for the need to clearly differentiate between the attractiveness of a destination for attracting/hosting exhibitions versus conventions, rather than approaching the subject from a more generic meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions (MICE) segment/business events perspective.

The gender dimension in knowledge and technology transfer – the German case

2016 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
pp. 2-25 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kathinka Best ◽  
Anna Sinell ◽  
Marie Lena Heidingsfelder ◽  
Martina Schraudner
Keyword(s):  
Technology Transfer ◽  
Analytical Framework ◽  
Decision Makers ◽  
Wealth Creation ◽  
Unified Framework ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Traditional Gender Roles ◽  
Academic Entrepreneurs ◽  
Key Informant ◽  
Knowledge And Technology Transfer

Purpose – Knowledge and technology transfer (KTT) and particularly academic entrepreneurship (Klofsten and Jones-Evans, 2000) are indispensable for economic growth and wealth creation. In many European countries including Germany, substantially fewer women than men participate in KTT. Recently, decision makers from scientific, political, and commercial organisations have increased their attention to the gender dimension (e.g. Moser, 2007; Schiebinger, 2013). The purpose of this paper is to evaluate in what ways and to what degree gender is currently integrated in German KTT. Design/methodology/approach – By following an abductive approach (Suddaby, 2006) and building upon existing models (Klofsten and Jones-Evans, 2000; Carlsson et al., 2002; Lundvall, 2010), the authors developed an analytical framework for evaluating the position of the gender dimension in KTT, conducted a comprehensive literature review, and 22 key informant interviews. Findings – The findings indicate that the gender dimension is barely integrated in German KTT, which particularly manifests itself through the fact that there are fewer than 10 per cent women among academic entrepreneurs. Current organisational practices and attitudes of decision makers continue to reinforce traditional gender roles and “typically male” approaches and behaviours (Connell, 2005; Redien-Collot, 2009). Originality/value – The authors were the first to synthesise a variety of sources into one unified framework and to rigorously analyse the gender dimension in German KTT – both quantitatively and qualitatively and on different levels. This framework can help decisions makers, both in- and outside of Germany, re-envision KTT practices, and create new opportunities for its diverse participants.

Human capital challenges in the food and beverage service industry of Canada

2017 ◽  
Vol 9 (4) ◽  
pp. 411-423 ◽  
Author(s):  
Doris Miculan Bradley ◽  
Tony Elenis ◽  
Gary Hoyer ◽  
David Martin ◽  
James Waller
Keyword(s):  
Service Industry ◽  
Food Service ◽  
Contributing Factors ◽  
Holistic View ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Beverage Industry ◽  
Industry Collaboration ◽  
Food And Beverage ◽  
Taking Action

Purpose Challenged by a clear shortfall of available employees to be long-term members of the food service industry, this paper aims to establish reasons for the shortage of available employees and curate a number of strategies to improve the situation. Design/methodology/approach This paper draws on the perspectives of many industry stakeholders. These professionals collaborated to identify a number of contributing factors to the shortage of employees in the Canadian food and beverage industry. Corresponding solutions were assessed, prioritized and categorized by groups responsible for taking action. Findings There are many strategies that can be implemented in both the short and long term that can increase the draw for potential employees to join this industry. Practical implications Industry members, educators and government policymakers can all play a role in improving the worker shortage in the food service industry. The recommendations range from industry collaboration to redefinition of jobs and to redistribution of wages. Originality/value The co-authors of this paper include the President and CEO of Ontario Restaurant, Hotel and Motel Association and educators with strong industry experiences gained in the positions of food and beverage director, restaurant manager and executive chef. Given the diverse experiences of the author team, this paper creates a more holistic view of the recommendations to consider for this industry to see positive change.

Examining the appropriateness and effectiveness of technology transfer in China

2006 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 208-223 ◽  
Author(s):  
Richard Li‐Hua
Keyword(s):  
Economic Development ◽  
Technology Transfer ◽  
Knowledge Transfer ◽  
Tacit Knowledge ◽  
International Technology Transfer ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Tacit Knowledge Transfer ◽  
The Government ◽  
The Relationship

PurposeThis paper seeks to address the appropriateness and effectiveness of technology transfer based on the extant literature reviews and the structured survey data in Jiangsu, Henan and Xinjiang, China.Design/methodology/approachStructured survey followed by a correlation analysis with the CORREL function in Excel.FindingsThis paper describes a structured survey undertaken in Jiangsu Province, Henan Province and Xinjiang Autonomous Region, PRC, which examines a particular aspect of technology transfer within Sino‐foreign joint ventures. The findings suggested important implications for the relationship between technology transfer and economic development. Moreover, the identification of the peculiarities of both technology transfer and knowledge transfer has led to the thorough examination of appropriateness and effectiveness of technology transfer. This study is thought‐provoking in establishing the blockage of tacit knowledge transfer and suggests means by which tacit knowledge transfer could be improved. In addition, it also leads the way for the introduction of systematic processes that could be specifically incorporated into World Bank projects that involve international technology transfer as a major feature.Originality/valueThis paper addresses the appropriateness and effectiveness of technology transfer. The study identifies that, without knowledge transfer, technology transfer does not take place, as knowledge is the key to control technology as a whole. Hence, knowledge transfer is crucial in the process of technology transfer. Furthermore, the study identifies that technology transfer is not obtainable if there is too big a gap in terms of economic development between transferor and transferee. This has important implications for the economists in addressing economic problems both at macro and micro levels and the government policy‐makers in addressing the existing deficiencies in the process of technology transfer and assisting in development of more appropriate arrangements for the transfer of management knowledge.

Towards a governance approach to determinants of reseller management success

2018 ◽  
Vol 33 (2) ◽  
pp. 153-163 ◽  
Author(s):  
Petri Parvinen ◽  
Essi Pöyry
Keyword(s):  
Business Performance ◽  
Channel Management ◽  
Global Business ◽  
Holistic View ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Sales Channel ◽  
Sales Channels ◽  
Grass Root ◽  
Grass Root Level

Purpose In mature global business-to-business (B2B) product markets, management of external sales channels, governed by contractual relationships, is a key determinant of business performance. However, existing sales channel management literature lacks focus on contractual governance and reseller management success. The purpose of the study is to systematically review different governance theories in relation to sales channel management and to show which factors are the most influential in making or keeping external sales channels effective. Design/methodology/approach A case study on a large B2B information and communication technology (ICT) company is used to reflect on the way the different theoretical governance perspectives explain sales channel management success. Interviews and mini-questionnaires were used to collect data. Findings Expressions of interdependence and equality alongside persevered personal relationships are important in managing daily business activities and in avoiding bad will at the reseller’s grass-root level. Future-oriented planning, long-term-oriented support and jointly set incentive systems are important for reseller management. Degree of professional management sets resellers apart through shifts in power balance. Research limitations/implications A multi-theory governance perspective offers a holistic view over reseller management and provides a comprehensive view over different sales channel management issues and their relative importance. Practical implications The findings highlight the importance of long-term orientation and cooperation in setting up a reseller management system to gain and nurture distributors’ trust and commitment towards the manufacturer. Originality/value The study is the first to comprehensively use governance perspective in studying reseller management.

A holistic model for inter-plant knowledge transfer within an international manufacturing network

2018 ◽  
Vol 24 (3) ◽  
pp. 535-552 ◽  
Author(s):  
Farhad Noruzi ◽  
Daniel Stenholm ◽  
Peter Sjögren ◽  
Dag Bergsjö
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Transfer ◽  
Multinational Corporations ◽  
Specific Aspect ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Holistic Model ◽  
Holistic View ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Archival Documents ◽  
Key Issues ◽  
Manufacturing Network

PurposeThis paper aims to provide a holistic view to support the choice of appropriate strategy for conducting a knowledge transfer (KT) project in an international manufacturing network (IMN) environment. It proposes a model that includes multiple aspects of a KT project along with guidelines on each aspect.Design/methodology/approachTo achieve the research goals, multiple case study method was adopted. Data have been collected by conducting semi-structured interviews regarding five KT projects in three multinational corporations. Data were triangulated by means of comparisons to complementary data acquired through observations and archival documents.FindingsThe results of this paper detail the key issues of five KT projects. Furthermore, the paper proposes an aggregated model comprising the main aspects and strategies for a KT project within an IMN.Research limitations/implicationsDespite the abundant research on KT area, not many research projects provide holistic views on KT process. The focus has rather been sectional and concentrated on each specific aspect within the KT.Practical implicationsThe paper guides practitioners to identify multiple aspects in KT that will eventually increase the odds for successfully performing such projects.Originality/valueThe proposed learning network model improves the performance of KT projects by providing a holistic view including several factors that the organization should emphasize to succeed with inter-plant KT.

Transnational knowledge transfer or indigenous knowledge transfer: which channel has more benefits for China's high-tech enterprises?

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ping Deng ◽  
Hao Lu
Keyword(s):  
Technology Transfer ◽  
Knowledge Transfer ◽  
Indigenous Knowledge ◽  
Negative Binomial ◽  
Negative Binomial Regression ◽  
High Tech ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Technology Acquisition ◽  
Technology Industry ◽  
Catch Up

PurposeThis paper compares four external technology acquisition channels' (foreign technology transfer, exporting, inter-industry R&D spillover and domestic technology transfer) contributions to Chinese high-tech enterprises' innovation in the moderating role of absorptive capacity (AC).Design/methodology/approachUsing technological catch-up theory and China Statistics Yearbook on High Technology Industry, this research investigates 16 Chinese high-tech industries from 2004 to 2015 via negative binomial regression.FindingsThe results show that indigenous knowledge transfer improves foreign-funded enterprises' (FFEs) innovation, while transnational knowledge transfer is the main channel for state-owned enterprises' (SOEs) technology acquisition. AC strengthens the positive relationship between transnational knowledge transfer and innovation in SOEs and improves FFEs' innovation and exported tacit knowledge absorption.Originality/valueThis study contributes to the literature on external technology acquisition (ETA) and innovation by examining the different mechanism of ETA instead of isolated strategy considering the AC and ownership structure of Chinese high-tech enterprises, which enrich the technological catch-up theory.

scholarly journals Differentiating knowledge transfer and technology transfer

2018 ◽  
Vol 42 (9) ◽  
pp. 611-628 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maimunah Ismail ◽  
Siti Raba’ah Hamzah ◽  
Ralf Bebenroth
Keyword(s):  
Technology Transfer ◽  
Knowledge Transfer ◽  
Direct Investment ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Conceptual Analysis ◽  
National Development ◽  
Extensive Literature ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Practical Guidelines ◽  
The Difference

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to examine the conceptualization of knowledge transfer and technology transfer to seek answers to the question: Why should an organizational manager need to know the difference between knowledge transfer (KT) and technology transfer (TT)? Design/methodology/approach An extensive literature review method was used to identify and analyze relevant international publications. The literature sources are categorized as follows: literature on KT only, literature on TT only and literature on comparative analysis on KT and TT. The conceptualization of KT and TT is based on signaling theory. Findings The authors identified differences between KT and TT based on six dimensions, namely knowledge versus technology characteristics, usage of KT and TT in national development, sender versus receiver, intra-firm versus inter-firm transfer, foreign direct investment (FDI) and workers’ mobility. Research limitations/implications This is a conceptual analysis that should contribute to the existing literature by comprehensively reviewing the processes of KT and TT based on selected research conducted worldwide as well as suggest practical guidelines to organizational managers in managing KT and TT. Originality/value This review could shed new insights for future researchers to validate and examine the identified differences between KT and TT so that managers could make use of the findings to manage KT and TT successfully in their organizations.

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