Open Innovation Ecosystems: Networked Collaboration

Goals

The goal is to 1) design and 2) develop agreements, and 3) orchestrate the network of networks to become a leading innovation hub in the innovation ecosystem of the sector. The network of networks includes:

• Intraorganizational networks
• Interorganizational networks
• Startup ecosystems, gazelles and technology providers
• Innovation and entrepreneurship support entities
• Universities
• Crowd

The network collaboration strategy is fundamental for an organisation that adopts an early follower strategy, because it lets them:

• Identify business and technology trends early
• Improve understanding of technology and the capacity for starting to use it
• Know the risks associated with starting to use something innovative
• Share resources and skills
• Grow in an orderly way through alliances and agreements
• Promote creativity and hybridisation

Companies Involved