Outbound open innovation and its effect on firm performance: examining environmental influences

Ulrich Lichtenthaler · 2009 · R and D Management

Summary. This study examines how firms benefit from outbound open innovation—transferring technology externally—and identifies environmental conditions that strengthen these benefits. Using data from 136 industrial firms, the research finds that technological turbulence, active technology markets, and competitive intensity all enhance the positive relationship between outbound open innovation and firm performance. Stronger patent protection, however, does not improve outcomes. The findings clarify when companies should pursue outbound open innovation strategies.

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  title   = {Outbound open innovation and its effect on firm performance: examining environmental influences},
  author  = {Ulrich Lichtenthaler},
  journal = {R and D Management},
  year    = {2009},
  doi     = {10.1111/j.1467-9310.2009.00561.x},
  url     = {https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1467-9310.2009.00561.x}
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DOI

10.1111/j.1467-9310.2009.00561.x

Countries

Germany

Regions

Europe

Categories

innovation-theory, innovation-networks, general-innovation

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