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Comparative Analysis of the Knowledge Absorption Capacity of Auto Parts Companies in the State of Rio Grande do Sul

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: The article analyzes auto parts companies in Rio Grande do Sul so as to understand their knowledge absorption capacities and to identify important combinations to reach Absorptive Capacity. The Absorptive Capacity is a dynamic skill, and relationships among learning, innovation and interaction may boost knowledge absorption and improve companies' innovative capabilities. Data analysis using Fuzzy Sets Qualitative Comparative Analysis revealed necessary and sufficient conditions related to the dimensions and components that shape the Absorptive Capacity. It was observed that the combinations of capabilities of the companies are sufficient to reach an average level of Absorptive Capacity.

Source: Revista Brasileira de Inovação

DOI: 10.20396/rbi.v23i00.8670897

Authors: Andressa Neis, Júlio Eduardo Rohenkohl

Institutions: Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria

Language: English

Topic: Innovation and Knowledge Management

Subfield: Strategy and Management

Field: Business, Management and Accounting

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Industry, innovation and infrastructure

Open Access status: diamond

Funder: Coordenação de Aperfeiçoamento de Pessoal de Nível Superior