This dissertation investigates the role of ambidexterity and open innovation for innovation performance, adopting a contingency view. The essays employ econometric study designs to provide an empirical investigation of the phenomena with a focus on relevant contingencies and moderators. The essays identify important moderators and contigencies for the effects of ambidexterity and open innovation on the emergence of several types of innovation. Based on these findings, the dissertation provides important implactions for research and practice.     «

This dissertation investigates the role of ambidexterity and open innovation for innovation performance, adopting a contingency view. The essays employ econometric study designs to provide an empirical investigation of the phenomena with a focus on relevant contingencies and moderators. The essays identify important moderators and contigencies for the effects of ambidexterity and open innovation on the emergence of several types of innovation. Based on these findings, the dissertation provides i...     »