As a consequence of the societal volatility of our current era, business innovation models have expanded to address not only economic, but also social and environmental needs. This book look into how businesses are increasingly operating as components within larger systems, driven by factors such as environmental concerns, precarious welfare conditions, and technological advancements. This evolution leads to a community-based approach where diverse actors, including social, economic, and institutional entities, collaborate to address societal and environmental needs. Drawn from the authors’ research, this book explores cases and analyses the landscape of scholarly literature to propose a framework for the expanded responsibility of innovation. It will be of great interest to scholars and students of sustainable innovation.

Mario Tani is Full Professor of Management at the University of Naples, Italy. His research deals with Stakeholder Management, Innovation and Social Innovation, and Social Entrepreneurship. Regarding these interests, he has authored two books and several articles in academic journals and is Associate Editor of the Journal of Strategy and Management.

Gianpaolo Basile is Full Professor of Management at the University of the Italian Chamber of Commerce, Universitas Mercatorum, Italy. He has authored more than 100 publications and is an Associate Editor for several journals. His research interests include Open Innovation, Corporate Social Responsibility, ESG, Stakeholder Engagement, Ecosystem, and Destination Management.