Management research has increasingly explored the domains of ecosystems, platforms, and
open/user/distributed innovation—governance structures focused on engaging with external …

This essay sharpens and refreshes the multi-case theory-building approach, sometimes
termed The “Eisenhardt Method.” The Method's singular aim is theory building, especially …

Research summary Digital transformation is a dominant theme in the global economy, but
what it means for established companies remains perplexing for both academics and …

The rise of the Internet has seen traditional incumbent producers challenged by competition
from digital entrant platforms. It is unclear, however, how those two types of actors—which …

The resource-based view (RBV) makes a significant contribution to strategy by explaining
the relationship between resources and firm performance. Particularly in low uncertainty …

One of the raging debates in organization study concerns the use of “templates” in
qualitative research. This curated debate brings together many of the players in that debate …

Purpose The rapid adoption of the ecosystem concept in innovation contexts has led to a
proliferation of differing uses. Scholars need to be crystal clear which concept of the …

Digitalization allows new entrants to enter and transform industries with new technologies or
business models. Often, these new entrants introduce digital platforms that modify prevalent …

Abstract Research Summary This study examines whether “unblocking” competition through
antitrust intervention against a dominant platform can spur complementor innovation in …

There is an increasing managerial and scholarly interest in the agential efforts of firms,
consumers, public actors, and various collectives to influence market formation and …