Towards a Gamified Approach for Enhancing VBE Preparedness for Establishing Virtual Collaborations

Abstract

Abstract. Formation of collaborative settings (virtual organizations, collaborative network organizations, etcetera) is hindered by the lack of trust between unfamiliar but potential partners. Gamification is the application of game design principles to non-game environments. We claim that incorporating the concepts of gamification into Virtual Organisation Breeding Environments (VBEs) leads to building trust between VBE members, as well as motivating them to be proactive members of the VBEs that contribute towards the flourishing of VBEs. This paper explores a novel gamified approach, supported by a suitable methodology, to address the relatively neglected concept of 'preparedness' of VBEs.

Organizational Maturity Assessment Model for Collaborative Networks

“…In another concept, preparation is a stage, preceded by character and characterrelated preparation conditions, while readiness combines preparation, willingness to collaborate, aptitude for competence, and affective and empathetic relationships [12], in this case, preparation is a precondition for readiness. The preparation was further studied, in two ways, as a pre-condition for participation in ecosystems, and postadhesion to be part of temporary networks [13].…”