Business Ecosystem structures: How to configure key characteristics for value?
Journal
Proceedings of the XXIX ISPIM Innovation Conference
ISBN
978-952-335-219-3
Type
conference paper
Date Issued
2018-06-19
Author(s)
Abstract (De)
Business Ecosystems are constellations of interdependent linked organizations aiming to create a common product or service. Even though the structures of these complex constructs can differ, there is no guidance when to use which configuration. Based on six qualitative case studies, this article demonstrates how to arrange the key characteristics. Thus, the starting point of the Business Ecosystem and the level of collective uncertainty have a major impact on the structures of Business Ecosystems. By ending with five findings, this article contributes on the structural aspects of Business Ecosystems. Further, a managerial framework is presented indicating which orchestrator is beneficial to the surrounding condition and how to configure actors, activities, position, links and governance for a successful business ecosystem.
Language
English
Keywords
Ecosystems
Business Ecosystem
Organizational Structure
HSG Classification
contribution to scientific community
HSG Profile Area
SoM - Business Innovation
Book title
Innovation, the Name of the Game
Publisher
ISPIM Ltd.
Publisher place
Machester, United Kingdom
Pages
16
Event Title
XXIX International Society for Professional Innovation Management Conference (ISPIM) 2018
Event Location
Stockholm, Sweden
Event Date
17. - 20.06.2018
Subject(s)
Division(s)
Additional Information
Nominated for best paper award
Eprints ID
254725