This paper presents a model on the viability and persistence of open and closed-source productions in the software industry. Starting from some empirical evidence on the degree of organizational diversity that characterizes this sector of the economy, the paper asks one main question: why do...

Clarifying the impact of digital inclusive finance (DIF) on green technology innovation is of great practical significance to promote the high-quality development of the green economy in developing countries. In contrast to existing research, this paper conducts a comparative study from the...

In this paper, we empirically examine how a supplier firm benefits from supply chain technology spillover in its product invention, and how customer concentration mitigates such a positive effect. Using a panel of approximately 1,670 U.S. technology-intensive supplier firms during the period...

The purpose of this research is to analyse empirically the effect of the ongoing and radical change in the business environment in the automotive industry called CASE (Connected, Autonomous/Automated, Shared, Electric) on the network structure of the partnerships of automobile manufacturers....

Business-to-business information technology systems (B2B technologies) are becoming increasingly important in firm supply chains. Utilizing the concept of modularity, this paper clarifies the strategic implications of B2B technology and develops a theoretical structure to explain these outcomes....

Following the increasing discourse among scholars and manufacturers on industry 4.0, there has been a growing curiosity to realize its potential. This paper aims at identifying the prominent industry 4.0 technologies that Germany, as a leading country in this area, is researching on. The...

This paper analyses the role of technology in reducing heat-induced labor productivity losses. Forthis, we use a field experiment in India which randomized the use of productivity-augmenting digitalmode versus classic paper-and-pen mode for conducting 2000 household surveys. Combining...

Background: Traditionally, dense network structures have dominated partnerships in the automotive industry. On the other hand, previous research in other industries has shown that network structures suitable for radical innovation include weak ties, structural holes and betweenness centrality....

We examine the adverse impact of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) on the performance of more than 12,000 firms in 32 countries along several dimensions; namely, revenue, production, and labor outcomes. We find that the majority of firms experienced permanent or temporary closures, decreased sales...

In the recent last years, in particular in the aftermath of the global financial and economic crisis, many countries initiated economic recovery plans with a major focus on stimulating green entrepreneurial activities to revive economic growth. Further, the recovery plans intend to improve a...