Innovation capabilities of women enterprise in informal settings

Adeosun, Oluyemi Theophilus; Shittu, Ayodele Ibrahim; Aju, Stellamaris Ifunanya

doi:10.1108/jec-04-2020-0063

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“…A broad review of the existing literature allows the following groups of possible IC determinants to be indicated: (1) the personal characteristics of a micro-enterprise's owner or manager, (2) organisational characteristics and (3) external environmental characteristics. [33] Innovation capability relates to the adoption and implementation of useful ideas.…”

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What Shapes Innovation Capability in Micro-Enterprises? New-to-the-Market Product and Process Perspective

Zastempowski

2022

Journal of Open Innovation: Technology, Market, and Complexity

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Innovation is an essential driver of companies’ growth and is important in securing and sustaining their competitive advantage and in the implementation of their entire strategies. In this process, a special role is played by companies’ capabilities, especially those related to innovation capability (IC). Despite many years of research into identifying the factors that influence IC, there are still many research gaps. One such concerns the IC of micro-enterprises. Only a few studies indicate certain factors that may affect micro-enterprise ICs. Thus, this article aims to analyse the determinants of micro-enterprises’ ICs from the perspective of implementing new-to-the-market product and process innovations. The theoretical framework adopted distinguishes between three groups of factors affecting micro-enterprise IC: personal, organizational and external environmental characteristics. The data examined come from an empirical study of a randomly selected representative sample of 1105 Polish micro-enterprises. To analyse these data, a logistic regression model was used. The results indicate that seven factors are common and significant determinants that explain the new-to-the-market product and process dimensions of micro-enterprise IC. Among them, the following have the greatest influence: engagement in initiatives for solving social problems, intensive cooperation with research centers, experience/skills and financial support.

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Section: Innovation Capabilitymentioning

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“…The search to find an answer to the question of how to build an enterprise's innovation potential is still ongoing [1][2][3]. This is especially important in the context of many opinions that a firm's success often depends on its ability to innovate [4].…”

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What Shapes Innovation Capability in Micro-Enterprises? New-to-the-Market Product and Process Perspective

Zastempowski

2022

Journal of Open Innovation: Technology, Market, and Complexity

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“…Another study found that education level and learning skills are significant predictors of process innovation capacities among women-owned businesses in informal settings. Whereas, education level, years of experience and learning capabilities are significant predictors of technical innovation (Adeosun et al , 2020).…”

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Role of female leadership in corporate innovation: a systematic literature review

Khushk

Zhang

Hui

2022

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Purpose This study aims to explore how female leadership contributes to corporate innovation through a systematic literature review. The authors provide a framework based on empirical studies to provide a broader perspective of corporate innovation based on female leadership. Design/methodology/approach To understand the most recent developments in leadership, a thorough literature study is carried out to discover the antecedents of women’s leadership and their contribution to corporate innovation, with an emphasis on literature published between 2013 and 2022. An intensive research plan was developed, and 1,120 outcomes were obtained. Finally, 35 studies met the criteria for inclusion in the study. A comprehensive and systematic approach is followed, with the goal of not just summarizing current empirical studies on the subject, but also including an aspect of analytical critique besides organizational policies. Findings The findings show that organizations with female chief executive officers (CEOs) are more likely to innovate. When female CEOs come on board, organizations are more likely to engage in creative activities. Research also reveals that female CEOs who head organizations are more likely to engage in new and creative business practices that are environment friendly. Moreover, developing nations are encouraged to accelerate the adoption of structural transformation initiatives that would provide women with access to information and technologies. Research limitations/implications This research is limited to literature published between 2013 and 2022. Practical implications It is important to select the organizational response to board female representation institutional logic to reflect the intended sort of performance. Organizational stakeholders were unfavorable to female leadership, implying that such perceptions harm women but benefit men. Prior research emphasizes distinctions in leadership effectiveness between males and females, diverting attention elsewhere from examining the reasons that generate differences among executives in organizations. For policymakers to promote more women in top positions based on female knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs), they need to understand how firms deviate from traditional standards. In addition, it is crucial to pay attention to how male and female leaders are supported by their followers. Social implications This research offers organizations a holistic view regarding female leadership and helps them understand their contribution in innovation. Originality/value In modern, dynamic and technological landscapes, female participation is one of the key aspects that corporates consider to sustain and drive growth. That is why, modern societies without women’s contribution to economic growth and innovation are deemed incomplete. The current study highlights their contribution to the economy. Literature also indicates that the presence of female leadership on boards impacts corporate innovation, as well as financial performance and contextual factors.c

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Climate change perception and the adoption of innovation among mango plantation farmers in the Yilo Krobo municipality, Ghana

Asare‐Nuamah¹,

Antwi‐Agyei²,

Dick-Sagoe³

et al. 2022

Environmental Development

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Innovation capabilities of women enterprise in informal settings

Cited by 5 publications

References 34 publications

What Shapes Innovation Capability in Micro-Enterprises? New-to-the-Market Product and Process Perspective

What Shapes Innovation Capability in Micro-Enterprises? New-to-the-Market Product and Process Perspective

Role of female leadership in corporate innovation: a systematic literature review

Climate change perception and the adoption of innovation among mango plantation farmers in the Yilo Krobo municipality, Ghana

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