Differences in open innovation practices between headquarters and subsidiaries in the automotive industry: The French case

Martins, Marina Borges; Kaminski, Paulo Carlos

doi:10.1080/23311916.2019.1684806

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“…Among the barriers identified as impeding the adoption of OI are the apprehension that external ideas and technologies do not fit the company’s needs, the difficulty of accepting and integrating ideas from outside and the existence of cultural and organizational barriers (Ili et al , 2010). In addition, a lack of clarity exists regarding OI strategy and fear of losing control of projects, theft or appropriation of intellectual property and knowledge (Martins and Kaminski, 2019). Furthermore, no channels exist that allow all external agents, particularly small ones, to understand the sector’s requirements and needs.…”

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“…Innovation in the automotive field combines several scientific disciplines to shape a final product, many of which are specific and have costs that are difficult to assume. In this regard, open practices can be useful for improving the product development process and changing the way companies are currently creating new products and technologies (Martins and Kaminski, 2019). In relation to the above, incoming practices based on the acquisition of R&D services, the application of collective intelligence, co-creation with partners and the acquisition of patents are predominant in the industry.…”

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The role of communication in open innovation processes: an action research study in the automotive industry

Yanez

Alfaro

Gutiérrez‐García

2023

MRJIAM

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Purpose This study aims to identify the main barriers and drivers that influence the role of communication in open innovation (OI) activities, and how these can support and enhance the innovative capacity of companies in the automotive industry. In order to get this, we carry out in an assembly plant of an automotive firm. Design/methodology/approach An action research study is carried out with the participation of the researchers, the Innovation and Communication managers of the assembly plant and four external stakeholders who have participated in OI dynamics carried out by the company. Findings It is observed that collaborative practices are integrated within the culture of the assembly plant. This is carried out according to the specific needs of the company, which limits the specificity of the stakeholders with which it collaborates. In terms of communication, the proposed functions are evidenced in practice. However, it is advisable to systematize these functions and to acquire, in the case of communication professionals, specific skills to support the integration of open practices. Originality/value Although studies exist that analyze OI in the automotive process, none have focused on how communication may help reinforce it. In addition, this study shows how communication may play a significant role in an assembly plant where research and development activities may not be important. Thus, the contribution of this study is twofold. On the one hand, it enriches the literature on OI; on the other hand, it proposes policies to improve the performance of OI practices by involving communication at all stages.

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The role of communication in open innovation processes: an action research study in the automotive industry

Yanez

Alfaro

Gutiérrez‐García

2023

MRJIAM

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“…The Brazilian case is interesting not only because the country invests a higher percentage of its GDP in R&D than its neighboring countries, but also because the most important innovation strategy in Brazilian firms is technology acquisition (Jugend et al, 2018), which furthers its importance as a locus of research. Other researches have also addressed the subject of open innovation in the Brazilian automotive industry (Balcet & Consoni, 2007;Gondim, Borini, & Carneiro-Da-Cunha, 2017;Ibusuki, Bernardes, & Consoni, 2015;Martins & Kaminski, 2019).…”

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Open innovation integration to product development process: an industrylevel analysis within brazilian automotive companies.

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The automotive industry is no stranger to the concept of the so-called Open Innovation (OI), even decades before this expression started to be recognized among the scientific community. The purpose of the present study is to analyze how OI activities occur in Product Development Process (PDP) and design of new products. The focus of research is within Brazilian automakers and auto parts companies. The project is based in a survey and structured such that three main constructs are analyzed: the main characteristics of the PDP and how OI practice impact it, actors (and their characteristics) involved in the practice of OI, and risks and barriers to the implementation of new OI projects. The survey is applied to engineers and managers working in departments involving product development, with varying expertise. It intends to verify what the implications of open innovation regarding product development are, who are the main actors involved in those activities and what barriers and risks most hinder organizations from implementing them further. It also asks the question of how mature those organizations are regarding open innovation concepts and tools in their innovation process.

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Open innovation integration to product development: a sector level analysis within the manufacturing industry

Marin

Kaminski

2020

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Differences in open innovation practices between headquarters and subsidiaries in the automotive industry: The French case

Cited by 5 publications

References 27 publications

The role of communication in open innovation processes: an action research study in the automotive industry

The role of communication in open innovation processes: an action research study in the automotive industry

Open innovation integration to product development process: an industrylevel analysis within brazilian automotive companies.

Open innovation integration to product development: a sector level analysis within the manufacturing industry

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