Bibliometric analysis on organizational innovation research based on Scopus from 2012 to 2024

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https://doi.org/10.47909/ijsmc.164

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organizational innovation, bibliometric analysis, management innovation, sustainability, digital transformation, artificial intelligence

Abstract

Objective. This study systematically examined the evolving field of organizational innovation through a bibliometric analysis of 871 publications from the Scopus database (2012–2024).

Design/Methodology/Approach. Methodologically, the study employed co-occurrence mapping and citation ranking to identify influential authors, journals, and geographical hubs.

Results/Discussion. By analyzing citation patterns, keyword co-occurrences, and publication outputs, three dominant thematic clusters emerged: management and technology integration, organizational culture and leadership, and sustainability-driven innovation. The study’s key findings underscored the inherently interdisciplinary nature of organizational innovation, with core themes such as “management innovation” and “sustainability” intersecting with emerging topics such as “artificial intelligence” and “digital transformation.” The findings also highlighted the growing significance of global collaboration and specialized research platforms in propelling the field forward.

Conclusions. This analysis provided actionable insights for scholars and practitioners to navigate future challenges and opportunities in organizational innovation.

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2025-02-02

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Xu, X., & Xia, Z. (2025). Bibliometric analysis on organizational innovation research based on Scopus from 2012 to 2024. Iberoamerican Journal of Science Measurement and Communication, 5(1), 1–19. https://doi.org/10.47909/ijsmc.164