Conceptualization and Prioritization of Competitive Intelligence Components at Knowledge-based Companies: Mixed method Study

Document Type : Original Article

Authors

1 Ph.D. Student International Marketing Management, Semnan University, Iran

2 University of Semnan

3 Assistant Prof., Faculty of Economic, Management and Administrative Sciences, Semnan University, Semnan, Iran

4 3. Prof., Faculty of Management and Economic, Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran

5 Associate Prof., Faculty of Economic, Management and Administrative Sciences, Semnan University, Semnan, Iran

Abstract

Identifying the problems of Knowledge-based companies is important because of their special position in country's economy, despite of the increasing export value of Knowledge-based products, these companies suffer from two main problems, areas of investment and unsustainable export, the issues that have challenged the competitiveness of these companies; it is an issue that needs to be explored further. The aim of this study was to conceptualize and Prioritize the intelligence components in knowledge-based companies through a mixed method approach. The present study aimed to explore the mixed and the functional result. The first step in research in order to achieve the objectives, is using semi-structured content analysis and interviews with activist’s knowledge-based companies (professionals, managers and relevant officials), 95 code as intelligent concepts competitive knowledge-based mining companies and 10 components were classified according to semantic relationships. At the second step, 12 experts were selected to extract their views by theoretical sampling  through a 5-point Likert-scale questionnaire then analyzed the data collected through Fuzzy Delphi technique. The results of study led to the identification of eight main components of  competitors intelligence, financial intelligence, market intelligence, technical intelligence,  management intelligence, regulatory intelligence, human intelligence and political intelligence, in order to gain competitive intelligence in the knowledge-based companies.

Keywords

Main Subjects

References

Adenfelt, Maria, Lagerström, Katarina. 2006. Enabling knowledge creation and sharing in transnational projects. International Journal of Project Management. 24(3), pp. 191-198.
Back, A., Von Krogh, G., Seufert، A., Enkel, E.، Raimann, J.، Vassiliadis, S.، Wicki, Y. 2005. Putting knowledge networks into action: Methodology, Development, Maintenance.
Bahrkani, H., 2013. The Relationship between Managerial Supportive and Non-Custodial Behaviors and Job Satisfaction with Organizational Identity of Governmental Organizations in Handijan (MS). Islamic Azad University, Marvdasht Branch - Faculty of Education and Psychology.
Biglari, A., 2015. Investigating the relationship between organizational trust, knowledge transfer, knowledge creation and organizational innovation (case study: Asia Insurance) (MSc). Islamic Azad University, Central Tehran Branch - Faculty of Management.
‏Bstieler, L. 2006. Trust Formation in Collaborative New Product Development. J. Prod. Innov. Manag. Volume (23), pp. 56–72.
‏Chrislip، D.D. & Larson، C.E. 1994. Collaborative leadership. San Franc.
Choi, Byounggu, Lee, Heeseok. 2002. Knowledge management strategy and its link to knowledge creation process. Expert Systems with applications. 23(3), pp.  173–187.
Danaei Fard, H., Alvani, S. M. & Azar, A., 2015. Research Methodology in Management: A Comprehensive Approach. Saffar.
‏De Luca, L.M.، Atuahene-Gima, K. 2007. Market knowledge dimensions and cross-functional collaboration: Examining the different routes to product innovation performance. J. Mark. Volume  (71)، pp. 95–112.
Doroudi, H., 2013. Behavior in Organizations (Understanding and Managing Individuals at Work): Concepts, Theories, and Applications. yaad-e Aaref, Tehran.
‏Ettlie, J.E. 1995. Product-Process Development Integration in Manufacturing. Manag. Sci. Volume (41), pp. 1224–1237.
‏Frishammar, J., Lichtenthaler, U.، Rundquist,J. 2012. Identifying technology commercialization opportunities: The importance of integrating product development knowledge. J. Prod. Innov. Manag. Volume (29), pp. 573–589.
Gorgani, N. & Masoud, N., 2014. Successful Commercialization of Science and Technology: Needs. Presented at the Second International Conference on Technology Commercialization, University of Tehran Science & Technology Park.
Hajizadeh, E. & Asghari, M., 2011. Methods and statistical analysis by looking at the research method in the life sciences and health sciences (with SPSS guideline). Academic Center For Education Culture And Research.Tehran.
Hasanzadeh, M. & Eskandari, F., 2011. Evaluation of the user interface of Islamic sciences softwares in Qom, Center evaluations. Computer Science Center of Islamic Sciences, Qom.
Hasanzadeh, R., Samavatian, H., Noori, A., Hosseini, M., 2012. Relationship of Supportive Managerial Behaviors and Psychological Empowerment With Intention to Stay in Health Care Organization. Health System Research, 8(7), pp. 1206-1215.
‏Jolly, V.K. 1997. Commercializing New Technologies - Getting from Mind to Market. Innov. Manag. Policy Pract. Volume (1), pp. 1–30.
Kalantari, E., meigoon Poori, M. & Yadoolahi Farsi, J., 2015. Study of Organizational Factors affecting the Academic Research Commercialization Strategy (Case Study: Nanotechnology). Journal of Organizational Culture Management (JOMC), 13(2), pp. 415-435.
Khirandish, M., Khodaei, A. & Mohammadi, A., 2015. A Comprehensive Model of Key Factors of Teamwork Effectiveness and its Measuring Scales in Organizational. Journal of Organizational Behavior Studies, 4(3), pp. 31-60.
‏Lank, E. 2006. Collaborative Advantage: How Organizations Win by Working together. Palgrave Macmillan New York, NY.
‏Lin,Y.,Wang,Y., Kung, L. 2015. Influences of Cross-functional Collaboration and Knowledge Creation on Technology Commercialization: Evidence from High-tech Industries. Ind. Mark. Manag. Volume (49), pp. 128–138.
Lin, Yichen, Wang, Yichuan, Kung,LeeAnn. 2015. Influences of Cross-Functional Collaboration and Knowledge Creation on Technology Commercialization: Evidence from High-tech Industries. Industrial Marketing Management.Indmarman.
Mamaghani, A., Sarmadsaeidi, s., Kabaranzade Ghadim, M., 2011. Identifying and Ranking Key Effective Factors in New Product Development (Npd), in Saipa Automobile Group Co With Ahp Approach. Journal of Industrial Management Studies, 8(20), pp.167-193.
McAdam, Rodney. 2004. Knowledge Creation and Idea Generation: a Critical Quality Perspective. Technovation. 24(9), pp. 697–705.
Mirkamali, S. M., Hayat, A. & Esmi, K., 2011. The Relation of Organizational Creativity in Organic and Mechanic Structure in the Schools: Case Study High Schools. Journal of Management and Planning in Educational Systems, 4(7), pp. 28-49.
Mohammad Davoodi, A., Pajohesh, Sh., 2015. Evaluating the Shared Leadership Model in Knowledge Creation Among the Faculty Members of Razi University. Quarterly Journal of New Approach in Educational Administration, 6(1), pp. 123- 146.
Nasehi Far, V., Habibi Badrabadi, M. & Habibi Badrabadi,  A., 2011. The Structural Factors Affecting Innovation and Knowledge Creation in Organizations (a Case Study of State Tax Organization). Tax Journal  , 18(9), pp. 123-142.
‏Nonaka, I. 1994. A dynamic theory of organizational knowledge creation. Organ. Sci. Volume (5), pp. 14–37.
‏Nonaka, I.، Toyama, R.، Konno، N. 2000. SECI، Ba and Leadership: a Unified Model of Dynamic Knowledge Creation. Long Range Plann. Volume (33)، pp. 5–34.
Pakniyat, M., Ansari, R., Shahin, A., 2016. Analyzing the Impact of Technological Innovation Capabilities on Technology Commercialization and Performance Knowledge-Based Companies in Isfahan. Innovation Management, 5(3), pp. 59-84.
Rahimi Azimpoor, F., 20014. Investigating the Relationship between Supportive and Non-Custodial Management Styles with Organizational Innovation and Job Performance of Employees of Aghajari Oil & Gas Company (MSc). Islamic Azad University, Marvdasht Branch - Faculty of Education and Psychology.
Rezaei, H., Shahbazi, Gh. & Dehghai Anari, F., 2012. Relationship Between Organizational and Managerial Support and Organizational Commitment: a Survey of Isfahan City Police Officers. Security and Social Order Strategic Studies Journal, 1(1), pp. 59-72.
‏Robbins, S.P.,Judge,T.A. 2013. Organizational Behavior.
Robbins, S. P., 2009. Organization theory structure design and application. Translated By: Alvani, S. M. & Danaei Fard, H., Tehran: Saffar.
Robbins, S. P., 2000. Organizational Behavior Management. 2th Edition, Translated By: Parasaian, A. & Arabi, M., Tehran: Office of Cultural Research.
Robbins, S. P., 2009. Organization theory structure design and application. Translated By: Zare, M., Tehran: Nas.
‏Rooney, J.A., Gottlieb,B.H. 2007. Development and initial validation of a measure of supportive and unsupportive managerial behaviors. J. Vocat. Behav. Volume (71)، pp. 186–203.
Ross, Sh. M., 2013. A First Course in probability. Translated By: Pasian, A. & Hamedani, A., Tehran: Sheikh Bahaei Publications.
‏Singh, K. 1996. Survival of Businesses using Collaborative Relationships to Commercialize Complex Goods. Strateg. Manag. J. Volume (17), pp. 169–195.
Tabarsa, Gh., Hatami, s. & Ebdali, R., 2012. Verification of Relationship Between Organizational Intelligence and Knowledge Creation Case of: Staff of an Industrial Company. Transformational Management Journal (Journal of Management Research).
‏Teece, D.J. 1998. Capturing Value from Knowlegde Assets : The New Economy، Markets for Know-How، and intangible Assets. Calif. Manage. Rev. Volume (40), pp. 55–79.
‏Zahra, S.A.,Nielsen, A.P. 2002. Sources of Capabilities, Integration and Technology Commercialization. Strateg. Manag. J. Volume (23), pp. 377–398.
Kimberley, C. 2013. Building Collaborative Relationships in the Workplace. Onedesk.

Files

History

  • Receive Date: 04 March 2017
  • Revise Date: 09 October 2017
  • Accept Date: 08 August 2017

Share

How to cite

Statistics