Why Do Incumbents Sometimes Succeed? Investigating the Role of Interorganizational Trust in the Adoption of Disruptive Technology

2013 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michael W. Obal
Keyword(s):  
Disruptive Technology ◽  
Interorganizational Trust

scholarly journals Can Blockchain Strengthen the Energy Internet?

Network ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 95-115
Author(s):  
Charithri Yapa ◽  
Chamitha de Alwis ◽  
Madhusanka Liyanage
Keyword(s):  
Distributed Generation ◽  
Paradigm Shift ◽  
Distribution Networks ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Disruptive Technology ◽  
Electricity Distribution ◽  
Energy Internet ◽  
Energy Delivery ◽  
Electricity Grids

Emergence of the Energy Internet (EI) demands restructuring of traditional electricity grids to integrate heterogeneous energy sources, distribution network management with grid intelligence and big data management. This paradigm shift is considered to be a breakthrough in the energy industry towards facilitating autonomous and decentralized grid operations while maximizing the utilization of Distributed Generation (DG). Blockchain has been identified as a disruptive technology enabler for the realization of EI to facilitate reliable, self-operated energy delivery. In this paper, we highlight six key directions towards utilizing blockchain capabilities to realize the envisaged EI. We elaborate the challenges in each direction and highlight the role of blockchain in addressing them. Furthermore, we summarize the future research directive in achieving fully autonomous and decentralized electricity distribution networks, which will be known as Energy Internet.

scholarly journals Innovative Use of mHealth and Clinical Technology for Oncology Clinical Trials in Africa

2020 ◽  
pp. 948-953
Author(s):  
Miriam Mutebi ◽  
Rohini Bhatia ◽  
Omolola Salako ◽  
Fidel Rubagumya ◽  
Surbhi Grover ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Trials ◽  
Health Systems ◽  
Middle Income Country ◽  
Disruptive Technology ◽  
Full Potential ◽  
Middle Income ◽  
Oncology Clinical Trials ◽  
Health Related ◽  
African Context

Utilization of clinical technology and mobile health (mHealth) is expanding globally. It is important to reflect on how their usage and application could translate in low- and middle-income country (LMIC) settings. With the exponential growth and advancements of mobile and wireless technologies, LMICs are prime to adapt such technologies to potentially democratize and create solutions to health-related challenges. The role of these technologies in oncology clinical trials continues to expand. The lure of mHealth promises disruptive technology that may change the way clinical trials are designed and conducted in many settings. Its applicability in the African context is currently under consideration. Although potentially of expanding benefit, the role of these technologies requires careful and nuanced evaluation of the context in which they might be applied to harness their full potential, while mitigating possible harms or preventing further deepening of disparities within populations. Moreover, technology and digital innovations are no substitute for poor referral pathways and dysfunctional health systems and can only complement or enhance definite strategies aimed at strengthening these health systems.

Exploring the Role of the Law in Repairing Interorganizational Trust

2012 ◽  
Vol 2012 (1) ◽  
pp. 11652
Author(s):  
Mohamed Hedi Charki ◽  
Emmanuel Josserand ◽  
Nabila Boukef Charki
Keyword(s):  
Interorganizational Trust ◽  
The Law

scholarly journals Understanding disruptive technology transitions in the global logistics industry: the role of ecosystems

2020 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Jasmin Mikl ◽  
David M. Herold ◽  
Kamila Pilch ◽  
Marek Ćwiklicki ◽  
Sebastian Kummer
Keyword(s):  
Business Models ◽  
Disruptive Innovation ◽  
Disruptive Technology ◽  
Innovation Theory ◽  
Logistics Industry ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Disruptive Innovation Theory ◽  
Global Logistics ◽  
Technology Substitution

Purpose Disruptive technologies in the global logistics industry are often regarded as a threat to the existing business models of incumbents’ companies. Existing research, however, focuses mainly on whether technologies have disruptive potential, thereby neglecting when such disruptive transitions occur. To understand the timing of potential disruptive technological change, this paper aims to investigate the elements of the underlying ecosystem shaping these transitions. Design/methodology/approach Building on the established ecosystem framework from Adner and Kapoor (2016a), this paper constructs four categories of technology substitution to assess how quickly disruptive change may occur in the global logistics industry and defines key technology substitution determinants in logistics to emphasize the role of ecosystems for further consideration into disruptive innovation theory. Findings Based on the key determinants, this paper proposes first definitions of distinctive ecosystems elements linked to the three types of innovations, namely, sustaining innovations, low-end disruptions and new-market disruptions, thereby integrating ecosystems into Christensen’s (1997) disruptive innovation theory. Originality/value By developing a framework that conceptualizes the pace of technology substitution, this paper contributes to a more nuanced understanding of how logistics managers and academics can better predict disruptive transitions and develop strategies to allocate resources.

Managing an Outsourcing Partnership

2010 ◽  
pp. 110-121
Author(s):  
Ulrika H. Westergren
Keyword(s):  
Information Technology ◽  
Service Provider ◽  
Multiple Roles ◽  
Interorganizational Trust ◽  
Trust In Technology ◽  
And Performance ◽  
Role Of It ◽  
Role Of Information

This chapter is an attempt to build on and extend existing outsourcing research by focusing on the process of managing an outsourcing partnership. Furthermore, it considers the role of information technology and the importance of establishing interorganizational trust in order to provide a deeper understanding of the partnership outsourcing phenomenon. The outsourcing partnership in focus in this chapter is between Alpha Corp., a large minerals group, and RDC, its remote service provider. The chapter shows that Alpha Corp.’s strategy for creating, maintaining and evolving the partnership with RDC occurs in three different stages: black-boxing of technology, establishing interorganizational trust, and performance based contracting. Given the multiple roles information technology assumes in an outsourcing alliance, this chapter also shows that understanding and managing the role of IT is crucial in maintaining a successful partnership. In addition, given the documented importance of information technology in outsourcing partnerships, there is a need to include trust in technology as yet another dimension in establishing interorganizational trust.

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