Business Model Innovation: New Frontiers and Perspectives - Business Model Innovation: New Frontiers and Perspectives -

The Relevance of Business Model in the Current Era Introduction Business Model: Theoretical Foundations Business Model Innovation Business Model Innovation in New Contexts of Analysis Note References The Impact of Social Media on Business Model Innovation: Importance of Key Opinion Leader, User-Generated Contents, and Interactivity of the Network Community Introduction Literature Review The Chinese Luxury Market Trend The Chinese Luxury Consumer Portrait and Habit Social Media Marketing in China The Online Community Key Opinion Leaders and the Celebrity Effect in China Methodology Sample Selection and Characteristics Research Question and Hypotheses Design of Interview Questions Analysis and Findings The Information Searching Process (Awareness)Alternatives' Evaluation and Selection Outlet Selection and Purchase Discussion and Conclusions Study Implications Limitations References Influencers' Impact on Business Model Innovation in the Luxury Personal Goods Industry Introduction An Overview of the Luxury Industry Social Media and Marketing in the Luxury Industry Influencer Marketing and What It Means for the Luxury Industry Future Prospects and Opportunities for Influencer Marketing Methodology Findings Study Findings Interview Findings Conclusion References Lean Startup Approaches and Business Model Innovation—A Case Study on Digital Startups in an Institutional Void Introduction Business Model Innovation Lean Startup Approaches Methodology Reliability and Validity Data Analysis and Results Discussion Within-case Findings Cross-case Findings Conclusion, Limitations, and Future Work References Appendix A. Company A: Inductive Coding Tree Identifying the Driving Factors for Employee Retention in Mergers and Acquisitions: An In-depth Literature Review Analysis Background and Problem Identification Overarching Aim and Objectives Introduction to the Topic Reasons for Mergers and Acquisitions Measuring the Results of Mergers and Acquisitions Why Do M&As Fail?Gaps in the Existent Literature Employee Retention Human Capital Theory Social Exchange Theory Resource-based Theory Factors That Are Conducive to Employee Retention Empowerment Motivation Involvement and Autonomy Communication Job Enrichment and Training Job Stability Relationships and Perceived Fairness Managerial Support Organisational Culture and Identity Discussion and Conclusions References The Business Model Falls in LOVE: The Emotional Engagement of a Business Introduction Love and Entrepreneurship The Business Model Canvas: The Duality of Love Debating the Duality of Love References A Value Capture Model: Talent Management and Its Role on Affective Commitment and Turnover Intentions Introduction Literature Review/Theoretical Background Affective Commitment Turnover Intention Measures A Comparative Empirical Analysis Sample and Data Collection Measures and Descriptive Analysis Reliability and Validity Results and Analysis Conclusion Final Thoughts References Digital Platforms for Circular Business Model Innovation: A Case-Study to Tackle Food Waste Introduction Theoretical Background From Traditional to Circular Business Models Digitalisation as Enabling Tool for Circularity Methodology Research Design and Context Data Collection and Analysis Findings Conclusion References Sustainable Development as a Business Advantage in Real Estate Sustainable Business Development: An Introduction Sustainable Development Goals Step 1: Understanding the SDGs Step 2: Defining Priorities Step 3: Setting Goals Step 4: Integrating Step 5: Reporting and Communicating Business Benefits of Implementing Sustainable Development Strategies Management Marketing Sustainable Development in Greek Real Estate Companies: A Case Study Recommendations for Changes and Improvements Conclusions, Implications and Further Research References A Study on (Plug-in Hybrid) Electric Vehicle Adoption: Case Study of Toyota in Dubai and Sydney Introduction Electric Vehicles Global Scenario of Electric Vehicles Research Focus, Scope and Relevance Scope Relevance Environmental Concerns Current Barriers Technological Range Charging Time Vehicle Price Safety Concerns Automobile Industry in UAE Research Methodology Research Problem Statement Research Questions Research Objectives Research Framework Hypothesis Research Design Descriptive Statistical Analysis and Hypothesis Testing Tools Sampling Methodology and Framework Findings and Data Analysis Framework Hypothesis Testing PHEV Attribute Rankings - Dubai versus Sydney Factor Analysis Cluster Analysis Perceptual Map—Toyota Prius Conclusion Recommendation Limitations of Current and Future Scope of Research References Business Model Reconfiguration during COVID-19: A Stakeholder-based View to Capitalise on Social Opportunities The Call for Social and Business Changes to Tackle COVID-19 Challenges Business Model Reconfiguration for Cocreating Integrated Value Business Model Reconfiguration to Respond to COVID-19 Challenges Cross-sector Collaborations Opportunities for Reengagement Value(s)-based Marketing and Communication Initiatives for Technological Involvement Disruptive Local versus Global Paradigm Concluding Remarks Notes References Business Model Innovation: What Present? What Future?Introduction Digital Technologies and Business Models Human Side of Business Models Sustainability and Business Models Conclusions References About the Contributors