Abstract
In this paper, we explore a vital part of the Finnish
innovation ecosystem: young, innovative
companies that are supported for fast international
growth. Highlighting the importance of networks,
we proceed to analyze the perceived existing
relationships these companies have with other
companies, financing organizations as well as with
individuals taking part in their co-creation. We
propose that these existing relationships, or
connections, may be used to explain the firm as a
resource integrator within a network, contributing to its
growth and success. Overall, we propose that
network analysis and resulting network visualizations can
provide novel insights into the
understanding of possibilities for global growth and
success.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Proceedings of the 7th European Conference on Innovation and Entrepreneurship |
Editors | Carla Vivas, Fernando Lucas |
Pages | 307-315 |
Publication status | Published - 2012 |
MoE publication type | D2 Article in professional manuals or guides or professional information systems or text book material |