This conceptual paper introduces the theory of Digital Resource Leverage (DRL) to explain how social entrepreneurs transform resource scarcity into digital opportunity within the context of sustainable economic systems. Building on and extending the Resource-Based View and bricolage theory, the...

This paper presents a systematic review of Tunisian stakeholders' perceptions of integrating gender into green microfinance business models, analyzed through the lens of the Business Model Canvas (BMC). This systematic review of 32 studies indicates a dual perception of women as both vulnerable...

The rapid evolution of artificial intelligence (AI) from expert systems and fuzzy logic to sophisticated technologies such as deep learning and big data analytics has transformed modern management practices. This study explores how AI-driven management practices can effectively bridge...

The economic and legal framework is transforming with the change in the globalization paradigm, accompanied by structural and quantitative changes in intellectual property assessment. This study aims to justify commercialization and analyze the innovation management of intellectual property as a...

Digital transformation is central to circular economy (CE) strategies, yet the intersection between digital innovation and women's entrepreneurship remains underexplored. We examine how IoT, AI, blockchain, data analytics and platform technologies are represented in CE-oriented management...

Shared mobility services - including car-sharing, bike-sharing, and scooter-sharing - have surged in popularity but face persistent challenges. Many providers fail after pilot phases, due not only to technical and managerial issues but also to a reluctance to embrace openness. This paper...

This study investigates the direct and indirect relationship of big data analytics powered by artificial intelligence (BDA-AI) adoption on entrepreneurial resilience, with business model innovation serving as a mediator and technological turbulence as a moderator. Drawing on an integrated...

This paper presents a scoping review of the literature on innovative business models (BM) in the context of intermodal transport of perishable goods, with a particular focus on short sea shipping (SSS). It explores the ongoing reluctance of supply chain stakeholders to adopt modal shift...

This study examines how circular business models (CBMs) and industry 4.0 technologies (I4.0Ts) can connect in the specific context of local subsidiaries. The study adopted a case study methodology, involving twelve semi-structured interviews with key board members of Schneider Electric. Multiple...

The European Union's circular economy (CE) policy aims to foster closed-loop systems that reduce waste and resource use, yet its practical implementation remains limited. Open innovation (OI)-the cross-organizational sharing of knowledge and collaborative problem-solving-offers a promising but...

The Business Model CANVAS is a widely adopted business model creation, visualization, and analysis framework. The CANVAS focuses on target customers but fails to consider the intermediaries situated between these target customers and end customers, especially consumers who are not directly...

The objective of this work is to examine the various aspects related to the market implementation of emerging demand-side servitized energy services. To provide context, the motivations, benefits, risks, and technical challenges related to energy service servitization are analyzed in detail from...

The increasing adoption of energy circular business models (CBMs) in both academia and industry reflects a growing commitment to sustainability while maintaining economic viability. However, a significant gap remains in the quantitative evaluation of their economic and environmental impacts....

The circular economy (CE), or circularity, is a concept widely embraced by researchers and policymakers to enhance sustainability in marketing innovation. This approach emphasizes recycling, reusing, and reducing waste, catering to the needs of eco-conscious consumers while improving companies'...

The rise of green startups transformed the role of entrepreneurship by integrating sustainability into business models, fostering economic growth while addressing urgent ecological concerns. This review explores the role of green startups in economic development, analyzing their contributions to...

This report presents the results of the BRIDGE projects' collaboration within Working Group (WG) on Business Model (BM) in the 2024 - 2025 period. The 2024-2025 activities of the BM WG underscored the importance of systematic, integrated approaches to business model development, quantification,...

Purpose - This study aims to enhance the understanding of adaptive capability (ADC) as a moderating and mediating factor in the relationship between a distinctive capabilities system (DCS) and the nonfinancial and financial performance of Portuguese micro-, small- and medium-sized enterprises...

Business models often transform due to adaptation in response to external changes. However, relatively little is known about what causes these types of adaptations. We suggest that threat-rigidity as well as prospect theory have the potential to explain what causes business model adaptation in...

Despite broad support for sustainability, the transition from linear to circular economic models remains slow and fragmented across industries. Digital technologies such as the metaverse present new opportunities for enabling circular economy (CE) practices, yet their strategic integration...

The rapid evolution of artificial intelligence (AI) presents unprecedented opportunities for knowledge creation and sustainable innovation in global digital commerce. This study investigates how AI orchestration capability generates new forms of knowledge that drive sustainable development in...

The decision delivered by the European Court of Justice in Android Auto may represent a watershed moment in competition policy for digital markets. By requiring dominant platforms to accommodate third-party requests to enable interoperability, the judgment could significantly affect their design...

BASF pioneers circular economy initiatives in the chemical industry, aiming to replace fossil-based materials with bio-based and recycled alternatives. Encouraging a positive "can do" mentality through its Circular Economy Co-funding program, the company fosters innovation and collaboration...

Influencers who advocate for environmentally friendly and ethical practices play a crucial role in promoting the principles of the circular economy, including the 4 Rs: repair, reuse, recycle, and reduce. This paper investigates the business models utilizsed by sustainability influencers and...

Disruptive innovation plays a decisive role in business success, yet its practical implementation remains underexplored. Despite extensive theoretical work, a persistent gap exists between understanding the concept and applying it effectively within organizations. This systematic literature...

The recent development of FinTech has raised concerns about the unique role of small banks in the small business lending market; therefore, this study investigates how FinTech affects small banks, focusing on their comparative advantage in the small business lending market. Our results suggest...