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Entrepreneurial Ecosystem of Startups in Bangladesh: Mechanism of Balanced Coexistence

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  • M. A. Shareef

    (University of Dhaka)

  • Y. Dwivedi

    (Swansea University)

  • M. S. Hosain

    (University of Dhaka)

  • M. Giannakis

    (Audencia Business School)

  • J. U. Ahmed

    (University of Dhaka)

Abstract

Purpose This study has conducted exploratory research to understand who should comprise the members of a resilient supply chain for promoting an entrepreneurial ecosystem of a startup project and to determine the mechanisms for the balanced coexistence of all stakeholders. This is necessary to ensure mutual benefits for all stakeholders, each of whom has multidimensional interests. Additionally, this supply chain must be able to withstand any potential disruption risks. Design/methodology/approach This research has employed a mixed-design approach. In this context, the study conducted an extensive qualitative and quantitative investigation, including 30 interviews and a survey involving 180 potential stakeholders in this supply network, respectively in the capital city of Bangladesh, Dhaka. The analysis of the interviews utilized principles of matrix thinking, while structural equation modeling (SEM) through LISREL was employed to understand cause-and-effect relationships. Findings Network, platform, and governance—these three independent constructs have the potential to contribute to the dependent construct, a resilient supply chain, aimed at promoting an entrepreneurial ecosystem for startup projects. It has been revealed that the management of such projects depends on the rules and regulations within the ecosystem. An excellent governance mechanism is essential for this purpose. To facilitate coexistence, the establishment of a platform is crucial, where cooperation among all members is mandatory. Practical implications For practitioners, three distinctive but closely interdependent issues are explored and resolved in this philanthropic study. It has unfolded the elements of any startup project with essential settings. Originality/value The identification of the structural dynamics of potential stakeholders within the entrepreneurial ecosystem of startups is largely absent in existing literature. Therefore, there is a need to comprehensively investigate the entire network, including their roles, responsibilities, and associations. This study makes a significant and novel contribution to the existing literature. Academics and practitioners alike have ample opportunities to learn from this new aspect of relationships across three distinct areas: the entrepreneurial ecosystem, startup projects, and the development of a resilient supply chain.

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  • M. A. Shareef & Y. Dwivedi & M. S. Hosain & M. Giannakis & J. U. Ahmed, 2024. "Entrepreneurial Ecosystem of Startups in Bangladesh: Mechanism of Balanced Coexistence," Post-Print hal-04555454, HAL.
    • Handle: RePEc:hal:journl:hal-04555454
    DOI: 10.1108/IJEBR-07-2023-0662
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