Product intellectualization ecosystem: a framework through grounded theory and case analysis
International Journal of Emerging Markets
ISSN: 1746-8809
Article publication date: 24 December 2021
Issue publication date: 16 May 2022
Abstract
Purpose
This paper provides the strategic direction and coordination mechanism selection for the intelligent transformation of manufacturing enterprises.
Design/methodology/approach
A theoretical framework is developed through grounded theory and case analysis.
Findings
Collaboration value is the building block of the intelligent product ecosystem. The ecosystem is upgraded via a path of product coordination, platform coordination and network coordination.
Practical implications
This paper provides a framework for enterprises to build an intelligent product ecosystem.
Originality/value
The proposed intelligent product ecosystem framework is new to the literature and lays down a fruitful avenue for future research.
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Acknowledgements
The authors thank all the respondents of the selected companies for their availability to share information and experiences. The work was supported by grants from the National Natural Science Foundation of China (No. 71862023), the “14th Five-Year Plan” (2021) Fund Project of Social Sciences in Jiangxi Province (No. 21GL01) and the Department of Science and Technology of Jiangxi Province (No. 20212BAA10018). The authors also acknowledge the editors and reviewers for their valuable advice.
Citation
Dong, X., Cao, W. and Bao, Y. (2022), "Product intellectualization ecosystem: a framework through grounded theory and case analysis", International Journal of Emerging Markets, Vol. 17 No. 4, pp. 1030-1048. https://doi.org/10.1108/IJOEM-05-2021-0785
Publisher
:Emerald Publishing Limited
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