Search for dissertations about: "collaboration between competitors"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 12 swedish dissertations containing the words collaboration between competitors.

  1. 1. Joint research and development and patent pools under the antitrust laws of the USA and the competition rules of the European Union

    Author : Björn Lundqvist; Hanns Ullrich; Italy European University Institute; []
    Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES;

    Abstract : Great prosperity is derived from innovation, which in turn prospers in an environment with a large public domain of free knowledge, property rights and unfettered competition. Generally, this was the basic theory for prosperity under the antitrust laws with reference to joint R&D, technology transfer and technology standardization in the US and Europe for many years. READ MORE

  2. 2. Understanding and managing coopetition for sustainability : process and outcomes

    Author : Siarhei Manzhynski; Maria Bengtsson; Herman Stål; Tatbeeq Raza-Ullah; Wendy Smith; Umeå universitet; []
    Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; Coopetition; sustainability; paradox; housing; coopetition for sustainability; process; outcome; företagsekonomi; Business Studies;

    Abstract : Scholars highlight the potential gains of collaboration between competitors for supporting sustainability but there is a lack of both theoretical and empirical studies. In this thesis I aim to enhance the understanding of 'coopetition forsustainability', which I define as 'an inter-firm phenomenon where actors fromthe same industry simultaneously cooperate and compete with the intent to achieve environmental, economic, and social benefits'. READ MORE

  3. 3. Competitive Advantage Strategies in Industrial Marketing : Using an Ecosystem Approach

    Author : Jeandri Robertson; Tim Foster; Stefanie Paluch; Luleå tekniska universitet; []
    Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; ecosystems; competitive advantage; competitiveness; network theory; social capital theory; resource-based view; dynamic capabilities; transient advantage; innovation; knowledge; entrepreneurship; Industrial Marketing; Industriell marknadsföring;

    Abstract : Intensified competitive pressures related to a dynamic and hypercompetitive global economy, technological advances, unpredictable customers and competitors, and blurring industry boundaries, have compelled industrial marketers to reconsider the strategic imperatives of the organization, in relation to the competitive context in which it operates. As it becomes increasingly difficult for individual firms to identify and respond to external competitive challenges and changes independently, new organizational perspectives have been proposed to thrive in the presence of these forces. READ MORE

  4. 4. Knowledge engineering models as experience carriers

    Author : Henrik Nergård; Staffan Sunnersjö; Luleå tekniska universitet; []
    Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; Funktionella produkter; Functional Product Development;

    Abstract : Today’s manufacturing industry is experiencing an increased competitive environment due to the effects of market globalisation. To stay competitive there has been an increased interest in providing Total Offers, Integrated Product Service Offerings, Functional Products, commonly known as Product Service Systems. READ MORE

  5. 5. Subsidiaries as Sources and Recipients of Innovations in the Multinational Corporation

    Author : Christina Hallin; Ulf Holm; Mats Forsgren; Desirée Holm; Bent Petersen; Uppsala universitet; []
    Keywords : Business studies; Multinational corporation; innovation; subsidiary; innovation development; innovation transfer; Företagsekonomi;

    Abstract : Technological advancement and innovation lie at the core of the competitiveness of firms. For the multinational corporation (MNC), the ability to leverage innovations and value-added resources within the MNC is an important element of competitive advantage. READ MORE