Abstract
This study aims to explore the mechanisms of co-innovation in developing bioplastic packaging. We illustrate the co-innovation process in developing bioplastic packaging and identify the key co-innovation elements and their mechanisms, conceptualizing the mechanisms into a framework. This study explored eight cases representing the biopolymer producer, converter and product manufacturer. Data were collected using semi-structured interviews. The findings reveal that co-innovation consists of two stages (developing the packaging prototype and further developing the packaging for a specific application) and three key elements (co-innovation comprising joint activities, joint resources and relationship management). This study contributes to co-innovation literature, particularly the mechanisms and conceptualization.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | 2021 IEEE International Conference on Industrial Engineering and Engineering Management (IEEM) |
Publisher | IEEE |
Pages | 172-176 |
Number of pages | 5 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 978-1-6654-3771-4 |
ISBN (Print) | 978-1-6654-3772-1 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 20 Jan 2022 |
Event | 2021 IEEE International Conference on Industrial Engineering and Engineering Management (IEEM) - Singapore, Singapore Duration: 13 Dec 2021 → 16 Dec 2021 |
Conference
Conference | 2021 IEEE International Conference on Industrial Engineering and Engineering Management (IEEM) |
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Period | 13/12/21 → 16/12/21 |
Keywords
- Bioplastics
- Co-innovation
- Inter-firm collaboration
- Packaging
- Sustainable product