The role of absorptive capacity on incremental innovation

Abstract

The innovativeness of an organisation results in economic growth which foster organisational resilience. Learning is a significant capability for an organisation that promotes innovation. Learning capabilities comprise absorptive capacity which entails acquisition, assimilation, transformation, and exploitation. Organisations that have a positive absorptive capacity attain success through being innovative. This study will focus on the manufacturing and mining sectors within the scope of a qualitative study. Dynamic capability theory will be the foundation upon which this research is conducted.