Open Innovation in Family SMEs: A review of the current state of the art.
Open Innovation in Family SMEs: A review of the current state of the art.
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.22533/at.ed.216542520021
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Palavras-chave: Revisión sistemática, Innovación abierta, Pymes familiares, Prisma 2020. Clasificación JEL: M10, O31, O36
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Keywords: Systematic review, Open innovation, Family SMEs, Prisma 2020. JEL classification: M10, O31, O36.
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Abstract: To date, research on open innovation in family SMEs is in its emerging stages. Although there have been studies immersed in the state of the art of OI, these have focused on large family businesses, creating interesting knowledge gaps around family SMEs. The latter have demonstrated capabilities and skills that favor collaborative innovation. Similarly, there are experiences highlighting how their orientation towards continuity drives relationships and associations within the business ecosystem; however, this knowledge is fragmented and dispersed. Therefore, the main objective of this research is to conduct a critical and systematic review of the state of the art, focusing on the opportunities and challenges that OI offers to family SMEs. The methodology employed was PRISMA 2020 due to the scientific rigor it provides and its replicability for future research. Important insights have been gained for family SME managers, as well as the integration of relevant literature into a single body of study. This research proposes interesting gaps for future studies in the field of OI in family SMEs.
- Luis Angel Viteri Vértiz
- Mercy Escalante Ludeña