Models for Development of an Innovation Network in Clusters (Modele rozwoju sieci innowacyjnej w klastrach)

Jacek Gancarczyk () and Marta Najda-Janoszka
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Jacek Gancarczyk: Faculty of Management and Social Communication, Jagiellonian University in Krakow
Marta Najda-Janoszka: Faculty of Management and Social Communication, Jagiellonian University in Krakow

Problemy Zarzadzania, 2020, vol. 18, issue 87, 179-192

Abstract: Purpose: The purpose of this article is to present selected models for development of an innovation network in clusters from the perspective of?? network relations. Design/methodology/approach: The argumentation draws upon the literature on the concept of the network and on the results of research of other authors related to the activity of companies in clusters. Findings: Hierarchical relations between the dominant company and suppliers using its technology offer limited possibilities of innovation creation. Such an influence on the position of the company is exerted by “producer networks” where the leading company defines the conditions of production and supply and provides technology. Discovering new knowledge and creating innovation usually requires heterarchical relations where the power and decision-making process are decentralised and managerial competences and skills are balanced and dispersed among network participants. This case is represented by “buyer networks” where the leading company formulates expectations for product characteristics and the subcontractor responds to these requirements using its own development and design solutions. Research limitations/implications: The research is based on the theoretical literature on the concept of the network and on the results of empirical research of other authors related to the activity of companies in clusters. Originality/value: The article broadens the area of research in the field of cluster and network relations as well as indicates the possibility of using this knowledge in entrepreneurs’ decisions.

Keywords: innovation network; clusters; innovations (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: L26 M2 O31 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2020
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