SMEs and Open Innovation: Global Cases and Initiatives

SMEs and Open Innovation: Global Cases and Initiatives
By:"Rahman, Hakikur"
Published on 2011-12-31 by IGI Global

Open innovation has been widely implemented in small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with the aim of influencing business promotion, value gain, and economic empowerment. However, little is known about the processes used to implement open innovation in SMEs and the associated challenges and benefits. SMEs and Open Innovation: Global Cases and Initiatives unites knowledge on how SMEs can apply open innovation strategies to development by incorporating academic, entrepreneurial, institutional, research, and empirical cases. This book discusses diverse policy, economic, and cultural issues, including numerous opportunities and challenges surrounding open innovation strategies; studies relevant risks and risk management; analyzes SMEs evolution pattern on adopting open innovation strategies through available measurable criteria; and assists practitioners in designing action plans to empower SMEs.

This Book was ranked 26 by Google Books for keyword small business ideas.

Open Innovation Essentials for Small and Medium Enterprises

Open Innovation Essentials for Small and Medium Enterprises
By:"Luca Escoffier","Adriano La Vopa","Phyllis Speser","Daniel Satinsky"
Published on 2016-02-08 by Business Expert Press

Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) have to approach open innovation differently than large companies. This practical guide on open innovation is expressly for entrepreneurs and managers in SMEs. The authors provide strategies, techniques, and Òtricks of the tradeÓ enabling SMEs to practice open innovation systems profitability and enhance the long-term value of their company. Included are tools such as brokers, auctions, crowdsourcing, technology transfer, and spin-ups, making it useful for people already in business, starting businesses, or seeking supplemental material for courses.

This Book was ranked 38 by Google Books for keyword small business grants.