Research Agenda for Startups, Scale-up, Scale-Down, and Re-Scaling Strategies

Elgar Research Agendas outline the future of research in a given area. Leading scholars are given the space to explore their subject in provocative ways, and map out the potential directions of travel. They are relevant but also visionary. This timely book addresses the pressing need to understand scale-ups as a distinct phenomenon, presenting a comprehensive exploration of their challenges, strategies, and impacts. It highlights how, as engines of transformation, scale-ups challenge existing market structures, redefine industries, and highlight the need for dedicated research and policy frameworks to support their unique growth trajectories. Comprising research by world-class scholars, this Research Agenda highlights developments in the ever-growing study of scaleups, underscoring the significance of these firms in shaping economic landscapes. By integrating diverse approaches, including strategic foundations, international scaling, and innovative methods, this book builds a strong foundation for nuanced and actionable further research. As scale-ups continue to play an increasingly pivotal role in innovation and market transformation, this book will inspire further inquiry and collaboration to unlock these firms' full potential. A Research Agenda for Startups, Scale-up, Scale-Down, and Re-Scaling Strategies is a roadmap for those who seek to foster ecosystems where scaleups can thrive. It is an essential tool for students, researchers and academics of entrepreneurship and management, as well as policymakers and managers, who will find the insights and discussion presented here of great benefit.