This paper examines the nature of linkages between core competence of a firm and key characteristics of its product/output and thus presents an alternative theoretical framework for innovation and regional development. Within this framework, it is the externally observable characteristics of...

This paper examines the nature of linkages between core competence of a firm and key characteristics of its product/output and thus presents an alternative theoretical framework for innovation and regional development. Within this framework, it is the externally observable characteristics of...

Purpose – The aim of this study is twofold: to evaluate empirically the incidence of co‐creation activities; and to identify company characteristics that enable capabilities for innovation via co‐creation. Design/methodology/approach – The study used a positivist research methodology...