Profile
Koen Dittrich is Assistant Professor at Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University. His research interests include sustainable business model innovation, circular economy, closed-loop supply chains and open innovation. He has (co)authored many chapters in various books on sustainability and sustainable business models, R&D collaboration and innovation management, and published articles in Marketing Letters, Research Policy, Small Business Economics, The Journal of Product Innovation Management and Industrial Marketing Management. For his article on Nokia published in The Journal of Product Innovation Management in 2007, Dr. Dittrich received one of the Emerald Citation of Excellence awards 2011. The article has been chosen as one of the top 50 articles worldwide in the field of management that have had the highest impact since their publication date (determined by a two-tier system based on citations and research impact).
Publications
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Rietdijk, B., Dittrich, K., & de Man, AP. (2024). Moving forward without resolution: Managing competing logics through a temporary agreement. Industrial Marketing Management, 123, 147-161. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.indmarman.2024.10.003
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van Tuijl, E., van den Berg, L., Dittrich, K., & Rossi-Doria, D. (2023). Frugal innovation in the 1.5-metre society: Analysis of the hospitality sector in the metropole region Rotterdam-The Hague. In P. Kresl, & M. Bertin (Eds.), The Impact of COVID on Cities and Regions: Policy responses of local leaders (pp. 197-215). Edward Elgar Publishing. https://doi.org/10.4337/9781035308958.00021
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Soyer, M., & Dittrich, K. (2021). Sustainable consumer behavior in purchasing, using and disposing of clothes. Sustainability (Switzerland), 13(15), Article 8333. https://doi.org/10.3390/su13158333
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Jonker, J., Faber, N., Van Arkel, G., Claessen, F., Dittrich, K., Kamm, M., Kothman, I., Montenegro Navarro, N., Van den Oord, E., Paykhar, D., Reinhoudt, J., Van Schaijk, D., Soyer, M., & Willekes, E. (2021). Organizing for Sustainability: A Guide to Developing New Business Models. Palgrave Macmillan/Springer. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-78157-6
Article (13)
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Rietdijk, B., Dittrich, K., & de Man, AP. (2024). Moving forward without resolution: Managing competing logics through a temporary agreement. Industrial Marketing Management, 123, 147-161. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.indmarman.2024.10.003
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Soyer, M., & Dittrich, K. (2021). Sustainable consumer behavior in purchasing, using and disposing of clothes. Sustainability (Switzerland), 13(15), Article 8333. https://doi.org/10.3390/su13158333
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Tuijl, E., Carvalho, LM., & Dittrich, K. (2018). Beyond the joint-venture: knowledge sourcing in Chinese automotive events. Industry and Innovation, 25(4), 389-407. https://doi.org/10.1080/13662716.2017.1414749
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Tuijl, E., Dittrich, K., & van der Borg, J. (2016). Upgrading of symbolic and synthetic knowledge bases: vidence from the Chinese automotive and construction industries. Industry and Innovation, 23(3), 276-293. https://doi.org/10.1080/13662716.2015.1129316
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Langerak, F., Rijsdijk, S., & Dittrich, K. (2009). Development Time and New Product Sales: A Contingency Analysis of Product Innovativeness and Price. Marketing Letters, 20(4), 399-413. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11002-009-9074-5
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Dittrich, K., & Duysters, GM. (2007). Networking as a means to strategy change. The case of open innovation in mobile telephony. Journal of Product Innovation Management, 24(6), 510-521. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1540-5885.2007.00268.x
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Dittrich, K., Duysters, GM., & de Man, AP. (2007). Strategic repositioning by means of alliance networks: The case of IBM. Research Policy, 36(10), 1496-1511. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.respol.2007.07.002
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Sadowski, BM., Dittrich, K., & Duysters, GM. (2003). Collaborative Strategies in the Event of Technological Discontinuities: the Case of Nokia in the Mobile Telecommunication Industry. Small Business Economics, 21(2), 173-186. https://doi.org/10.1023/a:1025097812273
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Dittrich, K., & Egyedi, TM. (2001). Theme Issue on Standards, Compatibility and Infrastructure Development. Knowledge, Technology and Policy, 14(3), 5-7.
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Dolfsma, WA., & Dittrich, K. (2003). Innovatieplatform kan niet slagen. Het Financieele Dagblad, 10.
Professional (3)
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Storm, I., Oers, van, JAM., Kok, M., Bal, R., Tubbing, L., Harting, J., Jansen, MWJ., Bekker, MPM., Dittrich, K., & Paulussen, T. (2014). Consortium Instruments for Integrated Action (i4i). Tijdschrift voor Sociale Gezondheidszorg, 92(1), 4-9.
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Dittrich, K. (2002). Strategische allianties. Vraagbaak Inkoop & Logistiek.
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Dittrich, K., & Runhaar, HAC. (2001). Logistieke Internetinnovaties. Vraagbaak Inkoop & Logistiek.
Book (5)
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Jonker, J., Faber, N., Van Arkel, G., Claessen, F., Dittrich, K., Kamm, M., Kothman, I., Montenegro Navarro, N., Van den Oord, E., Paykhar, D., Reinhoudt, J., Van Schaijk, D., Soyer, M., & Willekes, E. (2021). Organizing for Sustainability: A Guide to Developing New Business Models. Palgrave Macmillan/Springer. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-78157-6
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Jonker, J., Faber, N., Van Arkel, G., Claessen, F., Dittrich, K., Kamm, M., Kothman, I., Montenegro Navarro, N., Van den Oord, E., Paykhar, D., Reinhoudt, J., Van Schaijk, D., Soyer, M., & Willekes, E. (2020). Duurzaam organiseren: Template voor het ontwikkelen van nieuwe businessmodellen. Boom Uitgevers.
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Dittrich, K., & Egyedi, TM. (2001). Standards, Compatibility and Infrastructure Development. Proceedings of the 6th EURAS Workshop. Delft University of Technology.
Professional (2)
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Van Bueren, E., Buizer, M., Van den Berghe, K., Dittrich, K., Heijkers, B., Meijs, L. C. P. M., Verhagen, T., & Sprecher, B. (2022). Perspectieven op circulaire gebiedsontwikkeling: Lessen uit de Binckhorst en andere gebiedsontwikkelingen. ACCEZ. https://accez.nl/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Eindrapportage_Circulaire-gebiedsontwikkeling.pdf
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Dittrich, K., & Soyer, M. (2022). Duurzaam kleren kopen: Hoe verleiden we de consument? Gemeente Rotterdam. https://www.eur.nl/en/upt/media/2022-03-evr2022
Book editing (1)
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Dittrich, K., Jaspers, F., & Wynstra, F. (2005). Dealing with Dualities. Proceedings of the 21st IMP Conference. Rotterdam School of Management (RSM), EUR.
Book/Film/Article review (2)
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Dittrich, K. (2002). Book review. Organization Studies, 23 (2), 302-305.
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Dittrich, K. (2000). Book review. Telecommunications Policy, 24, 274-276.
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van Tuijl, E., van den Berg, L., Dittrich, K., & Rossi-Doria, D. (2023). Frugal innovation in the 1.5-metre society: Analysis of the hospitality sector in the metropole region Rotterdam-The Hague. In P. Kresl, & M. Bertin (Eds.), The Impact of COVID on Cities and Regions: Policy responses of local leaders (pp. 197-215). Edward Elgar Publishing. https://doi.org/10.4337/9781035308958.00021
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Dittrich, K. (2020). Transitie naar een duurzame economie. In D. Gijsbertse, A. Van Klink, & K. Machielse (Eds.), Hoger beroepsonderwijs in 2030: Toekomstverkenningen en scenario’s vanuit Hogeschool Rotterdam Hogeschool Rotterdam. https://www.hogeschoolrotterdam.nl/onderzoek/hoger-beroepsonderwijs-in-2030/
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Dittrich, K., van Vugt, M., Smits, M., & Sol, G. (2016). From waste to resource: business model innovation for food in the agricultural sector. In Education for a sustainable agri-food system Aeres, University of Applied Sciences Wageningen.
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Dittrich, K. (2008). Testing a theory of collaboration characteristics of successful innovation projects. In J. Dul, & T. Hak (Eds.), Case Study Methodology in Business Research (pp. 98-112). Butterworth-Heinemann.
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Jans, RF., & Dittrich, K. (2008). A review of case studies in business research. In J. Dul, & T. Hak (Eds.), Case Study Methodology in Business Research (pp. 19-29). Butterworth-Heinemann.
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Dittrich, K. (2008). Nokia's strategic change by means of alliance networks. A case of adopting the open innovation paradigm? In P. S. Gopalakrishnan (Ed.), Open Innovation. The New Business Strategy (pp. 103-126). ICFAI University Press.
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Dittrich, K. (2007). Nokia's strategic change by means of alliance networks. A case of adopting the open innovation paradigm? In K. Sangeetha, & P. Sivarajadhanavel (Eds.), Nokia Inc. A global mobile leader (pp. 59-82). ICFAI University Press.
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Sadowski, BM., & Dittrich, K. (2000). Problems with Technical Change: A Case Study of the Finnish IT Industry. In Holler, M.J., & Niskanen, E. (Eds.), EURAS Yearbook of Standardization (pp. 263-283). Accedo Verlag.
Professional (1)
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Dittrich, K., & Runhaar, HAC. (2005). Innovatieverbetering van bestaande bedrijfsprocessen. In H. Slagt (Ed.), I&L Kennisbanken Samson Bedrijfsinformatie.
Comment/Letter to the editor (1)
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Langerak, F., Rijsdijk, S., & Dittrich, K. (2009). Erratum to Development time and new product sales: A contingency analysis of product innovativeness and price . Marketing Letters, 20(4), 415. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11002-009-9078-1
Conference contribution (1)
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Dittrich, K. (2005). Nokia's strategic change by means of alliance networks. A case of adopting the open innovation paradigm?. KVIE Conference, 16 December 2005, The Hague.
Conference proceeding (6)
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Hartog, F. D., Dittrich, K., & Nijs, J. D. (2019). Towards a viable business model for collaborative use of unlicensed frequency bands in densely populated areas. In 2018 28th International Telecommunication Networks and Applications Conference, ITNAC 2018 Article 8615381 Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.. https://doi.org/10.1109/ATNAC.2018.8615381
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Dittrich, K., & Denee, T. (2014). Open Innovation in the Biomedical Industry. A Framework for Assessing Public-Private Partnerships. In A. Ledwith, & R. McNally (Eds.), Proceedings of the 21st International Product Development Management Conference (pp. 67-68). EIASM.
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Koppius, O., Dittrich, K., & van de Capellen, J. (2011). Knowledge sharing in non-knowledge intensive organizations. In Academy of Management Annual Meeting Academy of Management.
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Dittrich, K., & van den Ende, J. (2005). Organizational forms for the development of new broadband services: a dynamic model for the degree of integration between collaborating firms. In J. Y. F. Wynstra, K. Dittrich, & F. P. H. Jaspers (Eds.), Dealing with Dualities. Proceedings of the 21st IMP Conference, 1-3 September 2005, Rotterdam Rotterdam School of Management (RSM), EUR.
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Huis in 't Veld, M., Dittrich, K., & Stam, FC. (2005). Innovation networks in sensor technology development. In J. Y. F. Wynstra, K. Dittrich, & F. P. H. Jaspers (Eds.), Dealing with Dualities. Proceedings of the 21st IMP Conference, 1-3 September 2005, Rotterdam Rotterdam School of Management (RSM), EUR.
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Dittrich, K., & Duysters, GM. (2003). The Role of Innovation Networks in a Changing Competitive Environment: The Case of IBM. In M.H. Hanza (Ed.), Proceedings of the IASTED International Conference on Alliances, Mergers, and Acquisitions ACTA Press.
Doctoral Thesis (1)
Internally prepared (1)
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Dittrich, K. (2004). Innovation Networks: exploration and exploitation in the ICT industry. [Doctoral Thesis, Delft University of Technology]. Delft University of Technology.
Editorial (1)
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Dittrich, K., Jaspers, F., van der Valk, W., & Wynstra, F. (2006). Dealing with Dualities. Industrial Marketing Management, 35(7), 792-796. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.indmarman.2006.07.001
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Dittrich, K. (2019). Circulaire waarde(n)modellen. Een multidisciplinaire benadering voor het verduurzamen van mkb-bedrijven in de maak- en voedingsindustrie. Hogeschool Rotterdam. http://hdl.handle.net/1765/124946
Report (3)
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Dittrich, K., Duysters, GM., & de Man, AP. (2004). Using networks for changing innovation strategy: the case of IBM. (ERS-2004 111-ORG ed.) Rotterdam School of Management (RSM), EUR. ERS-2004 Vol. 111-ORG
Professional (2)
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Dittrich, K., & van den Ende, J. (2005). Organisational forms for the development of new broadband services. Freeband.
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Borst, I., Bitter, R., Ballon, P., Dittrich, K., & van den Ende, J. (2005). SOTA broadband services and their business models. Freeband. Freeband/B@HOME/D2.0/V1.0
Working paper (1)
Academic (1)
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Tuijl, E., & Dittrich, K. (2014). Events as spaces for upgrading: Evidence from Auto Shanghai. Erasmus Research Institute of Management (ERIM). ERIM report series research in management Vol. ERS-2014-013-LIS http://hdl.handle.net/1765/76070
Activities
Additional activities (6)
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Sustainability (Journal)Koen Dittrich (Editor)01 Mar 2020
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Creativity and Innovation Management (Journal)Koen Dittrich (Editor)01 Sep 2009
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Journal of Product Innovation Management (Journal)Koen Dittrich (Editor)01 Sep 2007
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Research Policy (Journal)Koen Dittrich (Editor)01 Sep 2007
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Industrial Marketing Management (Journal)Koen Dittrich (Editor)01 Jun 2006
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Industrial Marketing Management (Journal)Koen Dittrich (Editor)01 Jan 2006
Activity: Editorial work > Publication Peer-review (Academic)
Courses
Closed loop supply chains
- Study year: 2024/2025, 2023/2024, 2022/2023
- Code: BMME180
- Level: ERIM, Exchange, IM/CEMS, Master
Past courses
BSc Project Analytical Decision-Makers
- Study year: 2023/2024
- Code: B3T1103
- Level: Bachelor 3
International Business -The Dutch Way
- Study year: 2019/2020, 2018/2019, 2017/2018, 2016/2017, 2015/2016
- Code: BAE06
- Level: Bachelor 3
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