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How network competence and network location influence innovation performance

Yen Ting Helena Chiu · 2008 · Journal of Business and Industrial Marketing

Summary. Firms in innovation clusters perform better when they develop strong network competence and occupy central positions within their networks. The study analyzed cluster companies and found that while overall innovation performance was below expectations, those with higher network competence and centrality significantly outperformed peers. Success in clusters requires companies to actively enhance their ability to manage network relationships and secure more central positions within their networks.

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Chiu, Y. T. H.. (2008). How network competence and network location influence innovation performance. Journal of Business and Industrial Marketing. https://doi.org/10.1108/08858620910923694

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DOI
10.1108/08858620910923694
Categories
innovation-networks, regional-innovation-systems, general-innovation
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2026-04-28