...survey. However, the subsequent definition emphasises that an 'innovation, as defined in this survey, is a new or significantly improved product (good or...innovation is based on the results of new technological development, new combinations of existing technology or utilisation of other knowledge acquired by...

...actors. 3 Methodological Background In the context of this paper, the term "innovation" is defined as a new or significantly improved product (good or service)...introduced to the market or the introduction within an enterprise of a new or significantly improved process (Oslo Manual; European Commission, 2004, p....