How does IT capability affect open innovation performance? The mediating effect of absorptive capacity

Suming Wu, Xiuhao Ding, Ruihong Liu, Hui Gao · 2019 · European Journal of Innovation Management

Summary. This study examines how information technology capability drives open innovation performance in Chinese firms. Using survey data from 232 companies, the researchers found that both internal and external IT capabilities boost open innovation performance. Absorptive capacity—a firm's ability to recognize, assimilate, and apply new knowledge—mediates this relationship. The findings suggest Chinese businesses should strengthen the connection between IT investment, knowledge absorption, and innovation outcomes.

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Wu, S., Ding, X., Liu, R., & Gao, H.. (2019). How does IT capability affect open innovation performance? The mediating effect of absorptive capacity. European Journal of Innovation Management. https://doi.org/10.1108/ejim-02-2019-0043

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DOI: 10.1108/ejim-02-2019-0043
Countries: China
Regions: Asia
Categories: innovation-theory, innovation-networks, general-innovation
Added: 2026-04-28