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| Investigating the use of design thinking in identifying wicked problems of startups. By Amirkhizi, Parisa Jourabchi;Zeyghami, Farshad;Pourmohamadi, Morteza Journal of Innovation & Entrepreneurship. 3/12/2026, Vol. 15 Issue 1, p1-34. 34p. Abstract :Design thinking is defined as using strategies from the field of design to solve problems in the disciplines that are traditionally not considered design. Design is a way of dealing with issues that do not have a unique and decisive solution as scientific problems do and that makes it a good approach for solving wicked problems. This research explores the utilization of design thinking in identifying and refining the wicked problems that often precipitate failure. Over 18 months, we examined five startups applying the Research through Design (RtD) method and Double Diamond framework (DDF) in 4 discovery, define, develop, and deliver stages, to reveal the underlying issues obscured by surface-level problem identifications. Our findings demonstrate a notable misalignment between startup offerings and market requirements, predominantly due to the misdefinition of problems applying design thinking. Startups tend to simplify complex, wicked problems and short-circuit the essential problem of space exploration. Results indicate that one of the most critical factors of insufficient attention to the problem is the superficial analysis of three factors of business development (i.e., human desirability, business viability, and technology feasibility) and also lack of recognition of wicked problems. We conclude that training startup businesses with the vital skills mentioned can reduce their failure rate. | |||
| Sustainable business model designs toward 6G era By Yrjölä, Seppo; Matinmikko-Blue, Marja; Chowdhury, Tanmoy EURASIP Journal on Wireless Communications and Networking; New York Vol. 2026, Iss. 1, (Dec 2026): 55. DOI:10.1186/s13638-026-02600-1 Abstract :This research investigates the diverse range of sustainability-focused business model designs within the current mobile communication ecosystem toward 6G era. The anticipated general-purpose 6G technology platform, characterized by its open architecture and interfaces, holds the potential to foster a vibrant developer community dedicated to innovating services, applications, and business models for enhancing network value and benefiting from innovations in a sustainable manner. The study analyzed sustainability-related documents from key stakeholders in the mobile communications ecosystem from business model viewpoint. The reviewed materials comprised environmental, social and governance (ESG) compliance reports, sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR) disclosures, as well as technical white papers and policy briefs addressing 6G conceptual frameworks and the sustainable development of products, services, and applications. The sustainable business model (SBM) pattern taxonomy analysis classified sustainable business models into eleven categories and thirty-eight design patterns, supporting sustainability-oriented 6G business model innovation across the environmental, social, and economic sustainability pillars. These sustainable business model design patterns were further characterized based on their value perspectives. The findings indicate that currently mobile communications ecosystem actors have primarily adopted environmental-economic business models and value maintaining functions, emphasizing ecodesign and circular economy patterns in sustainable development. Mechanisms for sharing social value are still rare and in their formative phase. The outcomes of this study establish a basis for designing innovative sustainability-oriented business models for 6G and offer a framework for conducting more integrated sustainability assessments within the 6G ecosystem. The findings of this research may inform the development of innovative, sustainability-oriented business models and enhance the articulation of sustainable value propositions to relevant stakeholders. | |||
| Where innovation meets inertia: Relational challenges to B2B platform adoption—An explorative multiple case study By Feike, Maximilian; Rösch, Jürgen Electronic Markets; Heidelberg Vol. 36, Iss. 1, (Dec 2026): 9. DOI:10.1007/s12525-025-00859-8 Abstract :This study explores how relational dynamics shape the development of B2B digital platforms in established markets. While platforms promise innovation, they often encounter resistance rooted in legacy relationships and inter-organizational complexity. Based on 30 semi-structured interviews across five early-stage platform initiatives within a leading European industrial group, we identify nine relationship-induced challenges that hinder B2B platform adoption. These challenges occur at three levels: (I) the market and ecosystem level, (II) dyadic interorganizational relationships, and (III) the organizational level. Applying a relational lens, supported by socio-technical and platform leverage perspectives, we shed light on why traditional B2B environments present unique obstacles to platform adoption. Our findings offer conceptual starting points for future research on relational dynamics in platform ecosystems and provide actionable insights for managers navigating platform development in established industries. | |||
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| Skills that click: How innovation contests are switching on student ingenuity beyond India’s metro hubs By Indian Television; 29th June 2026 |
| India`s design ambition shifts to commercialisation as leaders eye global innovation leadership Read more At: https://www.aninews.in/news/business/indias-design-ambition-shifts-to-commercialisation-as-leaders-eye-global-innovation-leadership20260517145845/ By ANI News; 17th May 2026 |
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