Understanding the Multi-Dimensional Nature of Absorptive Capacity

Joshua J. Daspit, Derrick E. D’Souza · 2013 · Journal of managerial issues

Summary. This paper clarifies absorptive capacity—a firm's ability to recognize, assimilate, and apply external knowledge—by establishing it consists of four distinct capabilities: acquisition, assimilation, transformation, and exploitation. The authors demonstrate these capabilities work sequentially, each building on the previous one, and that this four-factor model directly improves firm performance. The findings resolve conflicting definitions in prior research and give managers a clearer framework for leveraging knowledge to gain competitive advantage.

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  url     = {https://www.questia.com/library/journal/1G1-358314725/understanding-the-multi-dimensional-nature-of-absorptive}
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