This study examines the business networks and localization effects for new technology-based firms (NTBFs) in the context of innovation performance (the number of patents and product differentiation). In this regard, the study includes 28 variables. A survey was conducted in 2016 with 401 Swedish...

Purpose: The purpose of the paper is to analyze founders' perceptions of initial configurations and business models in new technology-based firms (NTBFs).Design: Case studies were performed using semi-structured interviews and interactive techniques involving open questions and activity cards to...

Outsourcing, i.e., the strategic use of outside resources to perform activities traditionally handled by internal staff and resources, have received increased attention in management practice around the world over recent decades. However, even though the main goal of outsourcing must be assumed...