Abstract
This paper presents a multiple case study research, which aims to develop a better understanding into how policy makers can facilitate acceleration of R&D and innovation in manufacturing SMEs. The results demonstrate that low perception of value of R&D projects, risk of failure and a lack of networking are identified as the key barriers. The research results suggest that a low perception of value of R&D and innovation is largely a symptom of those barriers. In order to overcome these barriers, manufacturing SMEs need support to access to the customer needs, de-risk R&D and innovation projects and be informed about available funding through simplified communication mechanisms.
| Original language | English |
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| Number of pages | 10 |
| Publication status | Accepted/In press - 3 May 2016 |
| Event | 5th World Conference on Production and Operations Management P&OM - Havana International Conference Centre, Havana, Cuba Duration: 6 Sep 2016 → 10 Sep 2016 http://www.pomhabana2016.com/ |
Conference
| Conference | 5th World Conference on Production and Operations Management P&OM |
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| Abbreviated title | POMS, EurOMA and JOMSA Joint World Conference |
| Country | Cuba |
| City | Havana |
| Period | 6/09/16 → 10/09/16 |
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Keywords
- high performance manufacturing
- supply chain management
- SMEs
- innovation
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Ates, A. (Accepted/In press). Joining forces in manufacturing value chains for collaborative R&D and innovation : an SME perspective. Paper presented at 5th World Conference on Production and Operations Management P&OM, Havana, Cuba.