Research on Cooperation Mode and Evolution Analysis of Huawei Company based on Patent Collaboration Network

Ziyi Chen; Jingwen Qiu; Ziyu Liu

doi:10.54097/yTGPZ99f

Authors

Ziyi Chen
Jingwen Qiu
Ziyu Liu

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.54097/yTGPZ99f

Keywords:

Social Network Analysis, Patents, Network Evolution, Industry-university-research Cooperation

Abstract

Patents, as a vital tool in open innovation, play a significant role in enabling enterprises to access and utilize external resources, thereby enhancing their competitive advantage. This paper uses Huawei as a case study, employing patent metrics and social network analysis methods to examine the evolution characteristics and attributes of Huawei’s collaboration network. The analysis, based on authorized patent data from the Incopat database, explores Huawei’s collaboration mode. This study aims to provide insights and guidance for Chinese enterprises in the development and management of their patent collaboration networks. The findings reveal that Huawei adopts a mononuclear radiation cooperation mode, primarily industry-university oriented, with a focus on technological proximity.

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