Maintaining relevance in an innovation ecosystem can be a significant challenge for organizations, as these are rapidly changing environments. In this fast-paced scenario, the challenge of continuously adding value to the different stakeholders in the ecosystem arises. This dissertation addresses this challenge by studying the case of imatch, an innovation consultancy company well established in the Portuguese Innovation Ecosystem that helps other organizations innovate through open innovation programs. The research methodology used in this study is focused on a qualitative approach, with data collected through in-depth interviews. The findings of the study are intended to provide imatch with strategies that will help the company succeed in maintaining relevance in its ecosystem. The implications of these findings for other organizations in the innovation ecosystem are discussed, along with recommendations for future research in this area.
Date of Award | 9 May 2023 |
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Original language | English |
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Awarding Institution | - Universidade Católica Portuguesa
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Supervisor | Pedro Celeste (Supervisor) |
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- Open innovation
- Internal innovation
- Innovation ecosystem
- Startups
- Innovation consultants
- Mestrado em Gestão Aplicada
Maintaining relevance in a continuously changing innovation ecosystem: the case of imatch
Almeida, M. M. D. S. D. (Student). 9 May 2023
Student thesis: Master's Thesis