Identifying entrepreneurial opportunities during crises: a qualitative study of Italian firms

• Published in: Journal of small business and enterprise development Vol. 31; no. 8; pp. 47 - 76
• Main Authors: Cucino, Valentina, Ferrigno, Giulio, Crick, James, Piccaluga, Andrea
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Bradford Emerald Publishing Limited 16.12.2024; Emerald Group Publishing Limited
• Subjects: COVID-19; Decision making; Entrepreneurs; Entrepreneurship; Management of crises; Medical device industry; Medical equipment; Opportunity; Pandemics; Qualitative research; Small business; Italy; Alertness; Qualitative techniques; Purpose-driven organizations; Opportunity recognition; Crises; Small firms

PurposeRecognizing novel entrepreneurial opportunities arising from a crisis is of paramount importance for firms. Hence, understanding the pivotal factors that facilitate firms in this endeavor holds significant value. This study delves into such factors within a representative empirical context im...