Research and Insights
Ecosystem research
Understand how a startup or innovation ecosystem actually works.
Definition
What this capability covers
Structured research into ecosystem structure, participants, activity, programmes and development, prepared for organisations that fund, operate or participate in an ecosystem.
Included
Typical components
The exact scope depends on the operating question, the available data and the intended audience for the output.
- Ecosystem structure and stakeholder analysis
- Startup landscape analysis
- Programme and initiative analysis
- Activity and participation analysis
- Findings and recommendations
Method
Structured research connected to operational reality
Research outputs are strongest when they combine defined criteria, reliable data sources, contextual analysis and clear boundaries around what can be claimed.
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Define the decision or reporting question
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Structure available data and evidence
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Analyse patterns, gaps and implications
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Other research areas
Market mapping
Market and sector mapping that organises companies, technologies and segments into a structured view for scouting, investment analysis and strategy work.
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Benchmarking
Benchmarking work that defines comparable criteria and applies them consistently across programmes, portfolios, events or ecosystems.
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Impact analysis
Analysis of programme, event and portfolio outcomes using operational data, structured follow-up information and human interpretation.
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Discuss ecosystem research
We can scope the research question, required inputs and expected output before any work begins.