Creating smart ecosystems

Complex social issues are a major challenge for companies. They are impossible to solve without collaborating with external parties such as governments, organizations and citizens. Collaboration, however, requires a completely different approach than most companies are used to. Within this research area, we therefore investigate how cross-sectoral collaborations, network innovations and ecosystems can be part of business strategy, with sustainable development as the key principle.

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October 10, 2025

Webinar: Working longer, but how? Building age-inclusive careers

Government policy expects us all to extend our working lives—but is the labour market truly prepared? Persistent taboos still surround employees aged 55 and over: they’re thought to be less flexible, unwilling to learn, or simply coasting toward retirement. The reality is far more nuanced. Join Prof. Dr. Peggy De ...

November 07, 2025

Webinar: IT in the boardroom: From blind spot ...

Technology now plays a crucial role in virtually every business process—customer data, automation, cybersecurity, and ...

December 05, 2025

Webinar: Driving change at the top: How to ...

Designing a new strategy is often the easy part—whether it’s entering a new market, reorganizing ...

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December 12, 2025

Webinar: From isolated actions to policy: building structural ...

Companies are investing more than ever in employee well-being to boost resilience and job satisfaction ...

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September 03, 2025

Antwerp Management School and Pidpa enter into partnership for workplace wellbeing

Antwerp Management School (AMS) and water company Pidpa are joining forces to take workplace wellbeing to the next level. Through this strategic partnership, both organizations aim to focus on happiness at work and a healthy workplace culture. ...

April 28, 2025