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Business Model Innovation with Platform Canvas

Published: 11.09.2019

by Krista Sorri , Marko Seppänen , Kaisa Still , Katri Valkokari

Abstract

Purpose: This paper offers a literature review and explores a business model innovation for platform business. It also suggests a practical tool, Platform Canvas, to support implementation activities.

Design/Methodology/Approach: A literature review was conducted in fall 2016 that resulted in the tentative canvas approach, which was evaluated in seven real company cases.

Findings: The study identified the eight most important characteristics of a platform business model innovation.

To support the innovation and development of successful business models in a platform ecosystem, the Platform Canvas tool was created. With guiding questions, Platform Canvas allows for an ecosystemic approach to business model innovation: it helps to understand the value creation and capture for multiple actors.

Originality/Value: The unique result is a practical tool, Platform Canvas, which facilitates business model creation in platform ecosystems.

More information about this paper

Length: 13 pages

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5278/ojs.jbm.v7i2.1966

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