Digital transformation for a circular economy: insights from co-word analysis

Soriano-Pinar, Isabel; Díaz-Garrido, Eloísa; Bermejo-Olivas, Sara

doi:10.1007/s10961-023-10041-x

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“…Bibliometric techniques are employed to uncover knowledge trends within scientific publications by synthesizing and analyzing bibliographic information gathered from academic articles [ 102 , 103 ]. As a particular approach within bibliometrics, co-word analysis hinges on the principle of co-occurrence, which is the simultaneous appearance of words within the same document [ 104 , 105 ]. This method facilitates the linking of literature content into a web of knowledge elements via networks formed by these co-occurring words [ 106 ].…”

Section: Academic Knowledge Dynamicsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Blockchain technology in the renewable energy sector: A co-word analysis of academic discourse

Rejeb,

Zrelli

et al. 2024

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Section: Academic Knowledge Dynamicsmentioning

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Blockchain technology in the renewable energy sector: A co-word analysis of academic discourse

Rejeb,

Zrelli

et al. 2024

Heliyon

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“…To contribute to achieving sustainable development goals (SGDs), BCT can be used to track and verify the environmental footprint of products along the supply chain (Soriano-Pinar et al, 2023), and to share such traceable data in order to raise awareness about environmental issues. Furthermore, BCT can strengthen the enactment of food safety regulations, by identifying contaminated batches along the supply chain, thus preventing the spread of foodborne illnesses and safeguarding public health (Niu et al, 2021).…”

Section: Blockchain and Collaborative Partnerships For Sustainabilitymentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Among the most important I4.0 technologies that can drive environmental sustainability, blockchain technology (BCT) is attracting more and more attention (Parmentola et al, 2022;Saberi et al, 2019;Soriano-Pinar et al, 2023). BCT nurtures relations based on trust in strategic alliances among and between SMEs and socio-economic stakeholders of the ecosystem: university research centres, government institutions, large firms, regional economic development organizations, trade associations, consultants and technical experts (European Commission, 2021a;He et al, 2020;Journeault et al, 2021;Liu et al, 2022;Parmentola et al, 2022).…”

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Blockchain unlocking collaborative opportunities for environmental sustainability through innovation intermediaries

Spigarelli,

Compagnucci,

Lepore

2024

J Technol Transf

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This paper delves into the growing need for collaborative technological solutions to address environmental challenges, with a focus on the underexplored potential of Industry 4.0 technologies, in particular as regards blockchain technology (BCT) in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Recognizing the obstacles faced by SMEs when embracing green and digital transformation, this research aims to investigate how innovation intermediaries are able to unlock the collaborative potential of BCT for SMEs so as to enhance their environmental sustainability. When assessing and analysing the role of innovation intermediaries, we have also considered their interconnections and interactions with other actors: universities, government institutions and firms (the so-called “stakeholders”). Our research is based on a multiple case study of a still largely unexplored intermediary in the European context, the digital innovation hub (DIH), which extends the applicability of the technological innovation system framework. This approach contributes to research both on innovation intermediaries and on the development of collaborative partnerships for digitalization. The findings reveal the challenges encountered by DIHs, particularly in legitimizing BCT-based solutions. To address these, identified, weaknesses, the paper proposes a conceptual roadmap aimed at improving collaboration among DIHs, SMEs, and their stakeholders. This roadmap outlines three essential functions: enabling, core, and facilitating effective partnerships and innovation processes.

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Natural selection or strategic adaptation? Entrepreneurial digital technologies and survival of the species

Audretsch,

Aronica,

Belitski

et al. 2024

J Technol Transf

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Research on firm survival has primarily focused on input and outcomes. We shift the conversation by performing a systematic analysis of moderating role of firm size in the relationship between firm survival and strategic adaptation. After establishing a theoretical framework, we empirically assess the impact of strategic adaptation through digital transformation and public financial aid on the likelihood of firm survival. We find that smart working helped small firms, while home delivery and e-commerce had no effect on their survival. In contrast, liquidity support from the government and deferral of credit benefited micro firms. Our study emphasizes the importance of analyzing survival probabilities by differentiating firms by size, with the ultimate goal of exploring how selection or strategic adaptation processes may variably impact them.

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Digital transformation for a circular economy: insights from co-word analysis

Cited by 9 publications

References 96 publications

Blockchain technology in the renewable energy sector: A co-word analysis of academic discourse

Blockchain technology in the renewable energy sector: A co-word analysis of academic discourse

Blockchain unlocking collaborative opportunities for environmental sustainability through innovation intermediaries

Natural selection or strategic adaptation? Entrepreneurial digital technologies and survival of the species

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