The Role of Collaboration in Innovation and Value Creation in the Aviation Industry

Abstract

Collaboration plays a critical role in fostering innovation and value creation in the aviation sector. However, how factors and connections relate to the achievement of innovative outcomes in aviation require further investigation. This study investigates the key factors that create a conceptual framework by conducting a literature review and an archival analysis of news articles. The model proposed involves factors such as strategic decision-making; networking and partner choice; cultural context, values, behaviour and compatibilities; collaboration configuration; issues and risks shared; skills, capacities and experience; infrastructure and resources available; engagement activities; knowledge transfer, absorption and appropriation; collaboration management; communication flows; external environment and demand; and expectations and outcomes. Promising collaborations are also indicated in areas where the framework could be adopted to increase partnerships and outcomes. Also, we highlight best practice examples from leading organizations, such as International Airlines Group (IAG), Emirates Airline, Singapore Airlines, Boeing and JetBlue, to provide insights into existing collaborations that have led to innovation and value creation in this sector.

Evaluating public service value within collaborative e-governance: a study in the Indian context

“…, 2015). Additionally, it fosters transparency by tracking and displaying information, involving citizens in policy-making and facilitating seamless government-citizen interactions (Ramaswamy & Ozcan, 2018; Green & Sergeeva, 2019; Pereira, Lohmann, & Houghton, 2021).…”

“…The Public Service Value for the study includes effective planning, decision-making and control (Gupta & Suri, 2017), improved service delivery with accessible and understandable information and benefiting marginalized and disabled populations (Chun et al, 2012;Flak et al, 2015). Additionally, it fosters transparency by tracking and displaying information, involving citizens in policy-making and facilitating seamless government-citizen interactions (Ramaswamy & Ozcan, 2018;Green & Sergeeva, 2019;Pereira, Lohmann, & Houghton, 2021).…”

“…regulatory measures aimed at achieving the desired outcomes (Suri, 2014;Green & Sergeeva, 2019;Pereira et al, 2021). The augmentation of public service value is a complex undertaking, but it is essential for the effective functioning of a democracy.…”