Network dynamics and its impact on innovation outcomes: R&D consortia in the Dutch water sector |
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Affiliation: | 1. Tilburg University, Department of Organization Studies, PO Box 90153, 5000 LE Tilburg, the Netherlands;2. Eindhoven University of Technology, Department of Industrial Engineering & Innovation Sciences, Innovation Technology Entrepreneurship & Marketing, PO Box 513, 5600 MB Eindhoven, the Netherlands;3. TU Delft, Department of Values, Technology and Innovation, the Netherlands |
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Abstract: | In this study, we explore the relationship between inter-organizational network dynamics and innovation outcomes. We focus on node turnover and argue that both cluster and broker dynamics can range from low (stable) to high (volatile), resulting in differentiated outcomes. The data comprises 318 consortium members participating in 104 R&D consortia forged in a 23-year period in the Dutch water sector. Our analysis reveals two equifinal combinations (stable brokers – volatile clusters and volatile brokers – stable clusters) that both generate significantly higher innovation outcomes compared to networks with low, moderate, or high dynamics across the entire network. |
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Keywords: | Network dynamics Network structure Node turnover R&D consortia Innovation |
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