Exploring open innovation in entrepreneurial private family firms in low- and medium-technology industries

resources to cope with issues that arise in the various stages of the innovation process. These are often lacking in private family small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Such firms usually do not possess the required diversity of in-house resources and expertise, which makes it extremely difficult for them to rely solely on in-house innovation activities. Opening their boundaries and collaborating are, therefore, essential for innovation...