This article proposes the neo-Triple Helix model of innovation ecosystems by integrating the Triple, Quadruple and Quintuple Helix models, inspired by Lewontin’s gene, organism and environment Triple Helix metaphor. The model considers innovation ecosystems evolved through interactions between...

Applying Mencius decision-making thought and combing dialectical theories such as the relationship between intrinsic and extrinsic factors and relationship between primary and secondary contradictions and between primary and secondary aspects of contradictions, at the same time analyzing the...

Strategic surprise lies in wait. There is no surprise if competitors can figure out one's intentions before end. We examine how enlightened strategists can enact the socially-embedded knowledge that prevails over competitors' behavior to their very own favor. Findings suggest that firms can...

L'effet de surprise stratégique demande une préparation. Il n'y a pas de surprise si les concurrents peuvent deviner les intentions ex-ante. Nous examinons comment un dirigeant éclairé réussit à activer les règles du jeu des acteurs d'un district en sa propre faveur. Les données...