Reverse Innovation for Global Sustainable Development: a Conceptualization

Corsi, S.; Bianchi, L.

Abstract

Purpose: we offer a first conceptualization of sustainable reverse innovation, by discussing the contribution of innovation from the Global South towards sustainable development. In so doing, we aim at recognizing an active role played by developing countries in creating viable and innovative solutions that can contribute to the achievement of sustainable development for all.
Design/methodology/approach: we present five innovation vignettes and discuss them through an antecedents-enablers-consequences scheme for exploring the concept of sustainable reverse innovation. While discussing the model components, we develop propositions to drive future research directions.
Findings: we contribute to both development studies and innovation studies by recognizing and highlighting the role played by businesses in addressing global challenges through sustainable innovation sourced from or inspired by developing countries.
Originality: this is the first study that offers a conceptualization of sustainable reverse innovation that goes beyond the low-cost and frugality connotation that has characterized the debate surrounding innovation from emerging economies.

Citation

Corsi, S., & Bianchi, L. (in press). Reverse Innovation for Global Sustainable Development: a Conceptualization. International Journal of Development Issues,

• Journal Article Type: Article
• Acceptance Date: Nov 16, 2024
• Deposit Date: Nov 21, 2024
• Journal: International Journal of Development Issues
• Print ISSN: 1446-8956
• Publisher: Emerald
• Peer Reviewed: Peer Reviewed
• Keywords: sustainable development; sustainable development goals; reverse innovation; Global North; Global South; sustainable innovation
• Public URL: https://nottingham-repository.worktribe.com/output/42215413