Public Sector Entrepreneurship and the Integration of Innovative Business Models
Public Sector Entrepreneurship and the Integration of Innovative Business Models

Author: Lewandowski, Mateusz

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2017-01-05

Total Pages: 330

ISBN-13: 1522522166

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While private, for-profit businesses have typically been the most experienced with entrepreneurship, the study of public sector business models is coming to the forefront of entrepreneurial discussions. This shift has allowed researchers and practitioners to expand on their knowledge of positive business choices and paved the way for more profitable business empires. Public Sector Entrepreneurship and the Integration of Innovative Business Models is a comprehensive source of academic research that discusses the latest entrepreneurial strategies, achievements, and challenges in public sector contexts. Highlighting relevant topics such as public management, crowdsourcing, municipal cooperation, and public sector marketing, this is an ideal resource for managers, practitioners, researchers, and professionals interested in learning more about public sector business ideals, and how these models are shaping positive entrepreneurial communities around the world.

Sustainable Business Models
Sustainable Business Models

Author: Lars Moratis

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2018-06-28

Total Pages: 429

ISBN-13: 3319735039

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This book provides a rich overview and takes a closer look at the current state of theory and practice in the field of sustainable business models. The chapters in this book examine and analyze existing and new approaches towards sustainable business models and showcase the implementation of sustainable business through both quantitative and qualitative studies, including several case studies and many practical examples. It approaches these issues from the standpoints of diverse business disciplines to yield new insights and ideas that are relevant from both an academic and professional perspective. In its essence, the book examines how firms’ value creation processes can be driven by sustainability and social responsibility and how this impacts business and society. Readers will find a range of sustainable business models that have been employed and are being pioneered in various industries around the globe – which are thoroughly investigated and discussed, and put into a comprehensive conceptual framework.

Cross-Sectoral Relations in the Delivery of Public Services
Cross-Sectoral Relations in the Delivery of Public Services

Author: Andrea Bonomi Savignon

Publisher: Emerald Group Publishing

Published: 2018-01-29

Total Pages: 244

ISBN-13: 1787431711

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This volume presents and discusses evidence on collaboration between government, businesses and non-profits, focusing on an inter-organizational perspective of managing at the boundaries between sectors.

Metaverse Applications for New Business Models and Disruptive Innovation
Metaverse Applications for New Business Models and Disruptive Innovation

Author: Anshari, Muhammad

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2023-01-16

Total Pages: 284

ISBN-13: 1668460998

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It is expected that the metaverse will be the next generation of the internet and its online activities and will serve as the foundation for a massive online business platform. Furthermore, it will alter people's behavior, which will have an impact on businesses' decisions to choose the metaverse as their primary business platform. Metaverse Applications for New Business Models and Disruptive Innovation showcases the most recent developments in the metaverse and their implications for business and considers the challenges and best practices of implementing this technology in business. Covering topics such as augmented reality, economics, security, and business models, this reference work is ideal for business owners, managers, computer scientists, researchers, scholars, academicians, practitioners, educators, and students.

Influence of Public Policy on Small Social Enterprises: Emerging Research and Opportunities
Influence of Public Policy on Small Social Enterprises: Emerging Research and Opportunities

Author: Maher, Chi

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2017-08-10

Total Pages: 174

ISBN-13: 1522527710

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Social enterprises boost the economic landscape and benefit causes that are important to society in general. Examining the role of public policy within these small initiatives will produce more effective methods for these two avenues to work together. Influence of Public Policy on Small Social Enterprises: Emerging Research and Opportunities is a pivotal scholarly resource that provides in-depth discussion on how social enterprises are reshaping global economies. Highlighting relevant topics that include legal funding, government policies, third-sector enterprises, and procurement procedures, this reference publication is ideal for academicians, students, government officials, business managers, and researchers that are interested in staying current on the latest advances in the field of social enterprises.

Knowledge Management and Innovation in Network Organizations: Emerging Research and Opportunities
Knowledge Management and Innovation in Network Organizations: Emerging Research and Opportunities

Author: Kisielnicki, Jerzy

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2018-07-06

Total Pages: 196

ISBN-13: 1522559310

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Organizations of all types are consistently working on new initiatives, product lines, or implementation of new workflows as a way to remain competitive in the modern business environment. No matter the type of project, employing the best methods for effective execution and timely completion of the task at hand is essential to project success. The implementation of computer technology has provided further opportunities for innovation and progress in the daily operations and initiatives of corporations. Knowledge Management and Innovation in Network Organizations: Emerging Research and Opportunities is an essential scholarly resource that explores the use of information communication technologies in management models and the development of network organizations operating in various sectors of the economy. Highlighting coverage on a wide range of topics such as cloud computing, organizational development, and business management, this book is ideal for business professionals, organizational researchers, and academicians interested in the latest research on network organizations.

University-Industry Technology Transfer in the UK: Emerging Research and Opportunities
University-Industry Technology Transfer in the UK: Emerging Research and Opportunities

Author: Wynn, Martin

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2018-12-21

Total Pages: 229

ISBN-13: 1522574093

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Since the turn of the century, technology transfer and innovation has played an increasingly important role in government policy for reinvigorating and supporting a country's industry. This has been fueled by technology transfer from third parties such as universities, but due to the rapid evolution of the external environment of technology, companies require regular upgrades to information systems and technical infrastructure and adjustments. University-Industry Technology Transfer in the UK: Emerging Research and Opportunities provides innovative insights into how technology transfer has operated in university-company projects undertaken in small- to medium-sized enterprises. Highlighting 19 different cases drawn from companies in the regions adjoining the University of Gloucestershire, UK, from a qualitative case study approach, the content within this publication analyzes contract packers, the manufacturing industry, and research organizations. It is a vital reference source for managers, business owners, education administrators, researchers, academicians, professionals, policymakers, and graduate-level students seeking coverage on topics centered on case examples of technology transfer projects in different industry sectors.

Organizational Culture and Achieving Business Excellence: Emerging Research and Opportunities
Organizational Culture and Achieving Business Excellence: Emerging Research and Opportunities

Author: Kassem, Rassel

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2019-06-28

Total Pages: 160

ISBN-13: 1522584145

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Organizational culture has been a topic of interest to researchers, and there has been specific interest in the link between culture and organizational performance. However, the relationship between organizational culture and business excellence and how to achieve outstanding performance is still ambiguous. Organizational Culture and Achieving Business Excellence: Emerging Research and Opportunities is an essential research reference that examines the association between organizational culture type and business excellence and the moderating effect of ICT use. Highlighting topics such as data analysis, culture types, and productivity, this book is ideal for business professionals, managers, private organizations, government agencies, researchers, and academicians.

Knowledge-Driven Innovation in Start-Ups and SMEs: Emerging Research and Opportunities
Knowledge-Driven Innovation in Start-Ups and SMEs: Emerging Research and Opportunities

Author: Coutinho Sousa, Joana

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2018-12-07

Total Pages: 166

ISBN-13: 1522571566

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The world is witnessing an increase in innovation both in start-ups and in SMEs, and the implementation of innovation is having a substantial impact on the knowledge of the economy. The ability of human beings to create new knowledge can be defined as a basic skill in a global economy, which involves learning as an essential dynamism of the competition. Following this and considering the need for developing standards and guidelines for innovation, organizations have been working on developing and updating a set of documents to help the innovators and the innovative companies work better. Knowledge-Driven Innovation in Start-Ups and SMEs: Emerging Research and Opportunities is a collection of innovative research on the methods and applications of standardization and guideline creation in business innovation, such as those implemented by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). While highlighting topics including business analysis, market research, and intellectual property, this book is ideally designed for market researchers, business professionals, academicians, and students seeking current research on innovative processes and approaches for organizations.

Institutional and Organizational Transformations in the Robotic Era: Emerging Research and Opportunities
Institutional and Organizational Transformations in the Robotic Era: Emerging Research and Opportunities

Author: Antonova, Albena

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2018-08-17

Total Pages: 192

ISBN-13: 1522562710

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Scholars agree that change has become a staple in organizational life and will likely remain as such beyond the twenty-first century. As the rate of change continues to accelerate, organizations must strive to develop and implement new initiatives in order to obtain significant benefits for organizational survival, economic viability, and human satisfaction. Institutional and Organizational Transformations in the Robotic Era: Emerging Research and Opportunities is an essential reference source that explores some of the common characteristics of the recent technology transformations and the characteristics of the industrial revolutions. It analyzes recent changes in the global economy, providing evidence of expanding social issues that can undermine further sustainable development. This book is ideally designed for policymakers, academics, professionals, managers, administrators, and others interested in organizational change through technological advances.