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- Title
The Impact of Shareholder and Director Networks on Corporate Technological Innovation: A Multilayer Networks Analysis.
- Authors
Liu, Tingli; Wang, Qianying; Yang, Songling; Shi, Qianqian
- Abstract
We adopt a multilayer networks approach to assess how network structural embeddedness affects corporate technological innovation. Our findings indicate an annual increase in both single-layer and multilayer networks, although adoption of the latter by Chinese listed companies is comparatively low. We found that structural embeddedness of multilayer networks positively impacts corporate technological innovation. By reducing uncertainty within the internal environment, these networks bolster technological innovation. Moreover, such embeddedness notably spurs innovation in non-state-owned companies and those with greater internal transparency and robust external oversight. Our analysis reveals an intermediate effect where structural embeddedness in multilayer networks influences innovation. Our work provides new insights into enhancing innovation capacity via network embeddedness and supplies empirical data on utilizing network resources for innovation. We also offer actionable guidance and policy advice for managers, investors, and policymakers, especially relevant amidst economic transformation and pursuit of technological self-reliance of China.
- Subjects
CHINA; CORPORATE directors; TECHNOLOGICAL innovations; ECONOMIC development; STOCKHOLDERS; INVESTORS; CHINESE corporations
- Publication
Systems, 2024, Vol 12, Issue 2, p41
- ISSN
2079-8954
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.3390/systems12020041