Impactos de dispositivos regulamentadores sobre o processo de inovação no setor eletroeletrônico em Pato Branco: um estudo exploratório

Abstract

In an increasingly globalized world, marked by heightened competitiveness and intense market competition, it has become crucial for companies to enhance their products and develop innovative technologies to stand out. Additionally, Brazil's stringent and intricate industrial regulations further complicate matters for some players, leading entrepreneurs to either adapt or face decline. However, from another perspective, these regulations also present opportunities for innovation. Therefore, the objective of this work is to characterize the specific influence of regulatory mechanisms on the innovation process within the electronics sector in the municipality of Pato Branco. To achieve this goal, a case study was conducted, focusing on two units of analysis: a product developer and a service provider in the electronics sector. The study involved an extensive review of the relevant national regulatory framework pertaining to the cases. Data collection was carried out through document analysis and semi-structured interviews with the directors of both companies. The findings revealed that the regulations do not actively foster innovation within the analyzed companies. Entrepreneurs tend to use these regulations as aids during the product development process and as a means of ensuring market security. However, they do not rely on these regulations for driving innovative changes, as such changes stem primarily from market analysis.