Search for dissertations about: "Paradoxical tensions"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 16 swedish dissertations containing the words Paradoxical tensions.

2. 1. Knowing the Ropes in Open Innovation : Understanding Tensions through a Paradox Lens

   Author : Ioana Stefan; Lars Bengtsson; Marcel Bogers; Högskolan i Gävle; []
   Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; tensions; open innovation; paradox of disclosure; value co-creation; value capture; openness; appropriability; intellectual property rights; misappropriation; paradox lens; spänningar; öppen innovation; paradox om avslöjande; samskapande av värde; värdefångst; öppenhet; immateriella rättigheter; idé missbruk; paradoxteori lins; Intelligent industri; Intelligent Industry; Industriell ekonomi och organisation;

   Abstract : The fundamental paradox of disclosure suggested by Kenneth Arrow represents a challenge in contemporary open innovation settings. Potential negative outcomes of this paradox – e.g. misappropriation of ideas – are still not fully avertable. READ MORE

4. 2. Exploring Tensions between Appropriability and Openness to Collaboration in Innovation

   Author : Ioana Stefan; Lars Bengtsson; Frishammar Johan; Högskolan i Gävle; []
   Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; Appropriability; Openness; Tensions; Open Innovation; Performance; Intellectual Property Rights; Territoriality; Location; Intellectual Property Protection Mechanisms; Paradox; Dilemma; Dialectic; Intelligent industri; Intelligent Industry; Industriell ekonomi och organisation;

   Abstract : Researchers, policy makers and practitioners alike have in recent years acknowledged a growing tendency towards opening up the innovation process by combining internal organizational assets with external actors’ resources. However, opening up the innovation process usually also entails revealing ideas, which may result in misappropriation. READ MORE

5. 3. Tensions experienced and balancing strategies used in Agile Software Development environments

   Author : Carin Lindskog; John Sören Pettersson; Monika Magnusson; Johan Netz; Fredrik Karlsson; Karlstads universitet; []
   Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; Agile Software Development; Contradictions; Paradoxical tensions; Ambidexterity; Grounded Theory; Activity Theory; Use case study; Information Systems; Informatik;

   Abstract : To achieve efficiency in rapidly changing environments, working methods that promote change and flexibility are needed. Thus, the Agile ways of working (i.e. READ MORE

6. 4. Paradox As the New Normal : essays on framing, managing and sustaining organizational tensions

   Author : Medhanie Gaim; Nils Wåhlin; Stewart Clegg; Umeå universitet; []
   Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; Competing demands; organizational tensions; paradox; paradox theory; architectural firm; företagsekonomi; Business Studies;

   Abstract : Metaphorically, the idiom “you cannot have your cake and eat it too” describes fundamental tensions at the heart of today’s organizations. Engaging tensions may seem implausible or even impossible. However, there exists evidence, given the increasingly complex environment, that both are vital to organizational success. READ MORE

7. 5. Organizational tensions when managing interorganizational projects : Applying a paradox perspective on large construction projects in Sweden

   Author : Henrik Szentes; Paul W. Chan; Luleå tekniska universitet; []
   Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; Construction Engineering and Management; Byggproduktion;

   Abstract : Over the years, technological developments and societal changes have forced companies to modify their organizing practices. Companies operating in the construction sector are no exception, but due to their project-based structure, it is more difficult to coordinate change initiatives. READ MORE