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Dietz, Suzanne (author)With the help of a qualitative case study and existing literature from scientific fields like social sciences, psychology, policy studies, and innovation studies a research framework was compiled for studying imagination as a driving force for innovation fueled by its social context. A try-out of this research framework suggested the result of...master thesis 2017
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Consuegra, S.C. (author)The inland shipping industry could improve its environmental performance by applying environmental innovations. However, the industry is very diverse and there is a wide variety of technical, operational and logistical innovations. To find which innovations are most suitable for a fast-, cost- and effort effective adoption by the IWT industry,...master thesis 2016
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Yeh, M. (author)One could say that product development is unsustainable by nature. However, during innovation processes there are many opportunities for more sustainable practices. Although enterprises and design agencies might feel the urge to contribute in this field, it is a complex issue to deal with. There is no step-by-step approach, no guideline that is...master thesis 2011
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Dekker, N. (author)This exploratory study aims at finding influences of characteristics on commercialization of results of research and innovation projects funded by the EU. This study will help overcomer the Valley of Death, which is the troublesome transition from research to the subsequent commercialization. This study aims at two themes within FP7-NMP which...master thesis 2014
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Jonkmans, Anna (author)Today’s business environment is highly dynamic, uncertain and unpredictable. Leading corporates that used to be long-time leaders of their industry are being disrupted by new, digitally enabled business models of relatively small start-ups.<br/>Traditionally AH’s competitors are other supermarkets that offer similar value<br/>propositions. In...master thesis 2018
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Fliervoet, Lies (author)Within the Dutch Ministries, implementing agencies receive the request to execute specific policies. To do this, they often need a (technical) product/service/platform which enables them to fulfill their job. With new types of technology coming to the market, the implementing agencies explore these new options to see if and how they can add...master thesis 2023
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Bouwens, J.M.A. (author)A fieldlab sport innovation and stimulation offers a physical place in where knowledge institutes, business and users (city councils) cooperate to improve and develop recreational sport related products. This ‘mobile’ fieldlab should communicate and enthuse potential cities about the added value of the fieldlab sport innovation and stimulation....master thesis 2011
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van der Sijde, Jelrik (author)Housing affordability is a growing problem in the Netherlands. Approximately 15% of all households has a housing cost overburden rate (i.e. spending more than 40% of the household’s disposable income on the total housing expenses). This research explores a new way to contribute to housing affordability. Dwelling-generated revenue is introduced...master thesis 2017
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Van der Boog, P.J. (author)Dunea as tap-water provider sits in a complex context. Their monopoly market position offers little drive for innovation which has led to a reactive rather than pro-active culture. With the direct context being influenced by major developments, from demographic to agriculture and climate, Dunea has expressed interest to become more agile and...master thesis 2014
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Brockhus, S. (author)Employee engagement and stakeholder integration have become critical factors in today’s businesses due to more and more complex products. The IT Innovation management team at Volkswagen Financial Services AG strives to inform and engage stakeholders in their process. What is the best way to do so? How do we inform and engage the Business Key...master thesis 2016
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Adjodha, Sharwan (author)In the coming decades, more frequent and more extensive climate disasters such as coastal and river floods, droughts, extreme weather, and wildfires can be expected worldwide. Innovations will be required to face this grand challenge. The BRIGAID project developed a methodology consisting of a Test- and Implementation Framework and a set of...master thesis 2019
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Beijers, Rolien (author)Background: There is an increasing need for structured methods that encourage effective knowledge sharing and collaborations at the working floor to implement innovation strategies, especially in case of employer - employee relationships. <br/><br/>Objective: This research (master thesis) focused on knowledge sharing on the work floor during...master thesis 2018
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Van Dijk, P.D. (author)The graduation project concerns the Brainport region, located in the southwest of the Netherlands, around the city of Eindhoven. The aim of the graduation project is to strengthen the position of the Brainport region in the knowledge economy. Hereby the attraction of creative and innovative companies and the stimulation of their development...master thesis 2013
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Shahbazi, K. (author)This thesis explores a human-centered approach to innovating towards the circular economy, using the design concept of product-service-economic systems (PSES)master thesis 2015
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Lysen, W.W. (author)Loders Croklaan is a producer of vegetable oils and fats for the food industry. They have built a Creative Studio in which they can work together with customers on the application of their fats; developing chocolate products. They want to stretch the boundaries of what is possible in supporting the customer's product development process. This...master thesis 2011
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Maas, M.D. (author)There is a growing understanding that sustainable development is only achievable through integration into our economic systems. Sustainability does not have to be traded off against profit or business success, but sustainability can be a driver for business, this is called green growth. The Ministry of Economic Affairs aims to promote green...master thesis 2014
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Thapa, P. (author)Around 4 billion people are currently living below income of $3000 a year, constituting the largest and poorest socio-economic group in the world. This group of people, termed as the Base of the Pyramid (BoP), can be a lucrative market for innovative companies due to its massive size when targeted with innovative products and appropriate...master thesis 2013
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Volkers, J.N. (author)Additive manufacturing (AM) is a relatively new discipline that offers great potential for designers in every industry. When further developed, this new method of manufacturing, which eliminates tooling and uses additive material processing for fabrication, could have major impact on the way we design, manufacture and sell new products. This...master thesis 2010
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Homs, S. (author)Océ, world leader in professional printing enjoys making big innovation steps. Designing products with great quality, reliability and user-friendly design. Océ is serving the professional large format CAD printing market with the excellent PlotWave 300 product. Unfortunately, SME’s in emerging markets can not afford the printer. Océ also wants...master thesis 2011
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Nobel, A. (author)Introduction – The principle of shareholder value maximization raises concerns about reduced levels of investment in innovation (Lazonick, 2011a). Since shareholder value maximization entails to maximize profits for the shareholders of corporations, the principle is connected to the allocation of capital in markets. There are concerns about the...master thesis 2014