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Evaluation of innovation networks based on standardized management system

Abstract:

The interference in a phenomenon as a National Innovation System (NIS) is complex, especially in developing economies. Some studies discuss the absence of tools and practical actions that allow a continuous improvement of these systems. In Brazil, there is a case of pioneering action developed by EMBRAPII, an agency for Industrial Research and Innovation. EMBRAPII has recently published a standard of management system based on business processes. That tool aims to provide guidance to support the management of R&D Institutes, partners of EMBRAPII. This paper proposes a model of evaluation as a mechanism to improve a network of R&D Institutes using that standard management system. The model is structured based on the integration of three key concepts: performance measurement system, evaluation processes, internal and external audits. The constraints and assumptions about the use of a model such as this are discussed. The main conclusion is that there are no similar models in literature and application of this model can be an important tool for developing countries that need to boost their innovation network.

Keywords:
National Innovation Systems; R&D institutes; Innovation; Evaluation of innovation networks; Internal audit; External audit

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