Sources of innovation and the use of KIBS by manufacturing firms
by David Doloreux; Mercedes Rodriguez; Richard Shearmur
International Journal of Technology Management (IJTM), Vol. 85, No. 1, 2021

Abstract: Using data from a survey of 559 innovative manufacturing firms in Quebec, we analyse knowledge-sourcing strategies adopted by firms and examine the relationship between use of service functions and knowledge-sourcing strategies. Four strategies are identified: low-profile sourcing, internal-oriented sourcing, market-oriented sourcing and full-scope sourcing. The results reveal knowledge-sourcing strategies are linked to a particular mix of service functions, and the different types of services are not equally important across the different knowledge-sourcing strategies.

Online publication date: Thu, 18-Mar-2021

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