In this paper, the authors show how the threat of knowledge loss can unintentionally constrain firms’ R&D dynamism by triggering threat rigidity responses. Using a quasi-natural experiment and longitudinal data, the study highlights when firms become more rigid, and when they can remain adaptive.
Authors & Affiliations
• Aman Asija (Nova School of Business and Economics, Universidade NOVA de Lisboa)
• Dimo Ringov (Ramon Llull University, ESADE Business School)
