Proximity, knowledge transfer, and innovation in technology-based mergers and acquisitions

Proximity, Knowledge Transfer, and Innovation in Technology-Based M&As

This paper presents the findings from a qualitative study on the extent to which three dimensions of proximity–geographic, cognitive, and organizational– impact knowledge transfer and innovation post-M&A. Findings show that the elements of proximity substantially influence both knowledge transfer and innovation although the nature of the impact varies and is influenced by the type of management...

Mergers and Acquisitions: A Tool for Knowledge/Technology Transfer

More companies than ever before are turning to Mergers and Acquisition (M&As), at a pace that is not expected to abate any time soon. For many companies M&As represent the fastest possible route to growth. The acquiring companies seek to grow quickly by flowing more of the same products through new sales channels. For other companies, formally aligning oneself with another company makes it poss...

Technology - Based Mergers and Acquisitions

Rapid technological changes, shortened product life cycle, limited resources, and increasingly intensive competition have forced many companies to source and develop their technology and innovation capability quickly and externally. “Successful organizations are constantly seeking ways to foster innovation and new product or service development” (Kennedy, Payne, & Whitehead, 2002, p.149), espec...

Impact of Proximity and Management Interventions on Knowledge Transfer in Technology-based Mergers and Acquisitions TITRE DE LA THESE / TITLE OF THESIS

The present study proposes a conceptual framework for investigation of how various dimensions of proximity (i.e. geographical, cognitive, organizational) and management interventions influence knowledge transfer and innovation in technology M&A. This research objective is achieved through a qualitative multiple case study, which included three M&A cases involving technology-based companies. Evi...

Knowledge Integration after Mergers & Acquisitions