Formulating Open Data-Based Value Propositions: An Evaluation and Comparison of Two Canvas Tools

The publication of Open Government Data (OGD) is expected to deliver economic value creation through innovation. In any OGD-based value creation, it is essential to formulate a value proposition (VP). However, previous literature has devoted little attention to the tools that support the formulation of OGD-based VP, and none has evaluated the...

Bridging sustainable business model innovation and user-driven innovation: A process for sustainable value proposition design

With an increasing population, a growing middle class and increased resource use, our current ways of living and doing business are unsustainable. Next to the implementation of innovative technology, sustainable development based on innovative business models, better understating of customer needs and behavioural change are crucial. This...

Empowering the next generation: A German wind & solar energy cooperatives business model research

During the last years the Netherlands has seen an expansion of civilian-led energy cooperatives which focus on investments into local renewable energy production, energy efficiency services and electricity sales. Although the Dutch renewable energy cooperative boom continues, many are struggling to find the right earnings model and long-term...