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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December 05, 2025

Webinar: Driving change at the top: How to create real momentum in ...

Designing a new strategy is often the easy part—whether it’s entering a new market, reorganizing teams, or experimenting with fresh technologies. Execution is where things usually go wrong. At the top, change is especially hard: reshuffling structures is simpler than letting go of ingrained habits. Many organizations settle for minor ...

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December 11, 2025

HR Challenge: What does AI do to people ...

The world of work is evolving at lightning speed. From ChatGPT to algorithms that screen ...

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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 ...

November 21, 2025

Board Insights: Leadership dynamics in the boardroom

In partnership with De Bestuurder - How do boards of directors really function behind closed ...

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News

November 14, 2025

Trends Impact Awards celebrate sustainable entrepreneurship in Belgium

The Trends Impact Awards recognize organizations that have successfully translated their sustainability strategies into concrete projects with a positive impact on people, planet, and society. ...

September 03, 2025