Exploring network capabilities in networking behaviour for start-ups pursuing sustainable radical innovations
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2018-01-26
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en
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The purpose of this research was to explore the network capabilities that are needed for start-ups in the life sciences and health and chemical industries to successfully develop and use their network. Furthermore, the influence of incubator support, legitimacy and proximity were explored. This explorative research was conducted through a multiple case study, in which entrepreneurs from start-ups pursuing sustainable radical innovations were interviewed. This resulted in four network capabilities that are needed to successfully develop and use a network: (1) creating balance between knowledge sharing and knowledge protection; (2) building and using (potential) contact knowledge; (3) creating diversity within the start-up and (4) coordination. This research provides a new perspective on networking behaviour in the context of start-ups in the life sciences and health and chemical industries. Additionally, legitimacy and cognitive proximity were highlighted as important factors in start-up’s networking behaviour. Furthermore, this research has shown the importance of incubator support in network development for start-ups, through the provision of access to a broad network, office and/or lab space on a campus and network meetings.
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Faculteit der Managementwetenschappen