Relative absorptive capacity as a booster of innovation in an automotive cluster

Purpose This study aims to address the relevance of the mediating role of the relative absorptive capacity (ACAP-R) in the relation between absorptive capacity and innovation, contributing to a better understanding of innovation in a business network. Participants’ firms in this study are part of the supply network of an automotive cluster. Design/methodology/approach The study is developed in 225 companies that are part of the supply network of...