Identifying the Dimensions of the Innovation Model of Iran's Steel Industry by Combining Thematic Analysis and Delphi

Background & Purpose: Innovation is a tool by which entrepreneurs create new sources of wealth or enrich existing resources so that their potential for generating wealth increases. In order to develop great innovations, companies need new innovation models that can solve new problems facing innovation development. Therefore, the aim of the current research is to identify the dimensions of the innovation model in the country's steel industry.Methodology: The approach of the current research is qualitative. The current research is applied-developmental in terms of purpose. The research strategy is a Delphi-type survey and thematic analysis. First, by using the analysis and interpretation of 8 interviews conducted with 8 experts of Iran's steel industry, the attitude of managers of different layers in Iran's steel industry regarding innovation was examined and the theme was analyzed. In this section, by using the line-by-line review of the interviews and the integration of the model obtained from the interview and literature review, the first round of Delphi questionnaire was formed and given to the experts.Findings: The Delphi process was completed in four rounds and an agreement was reached after the fourth round. In this context, 54 indicators were identified in the form of 8 main categories.Conclusion: The results of the research presented a unified model for the application of innovation in the country's steel industry to managers and researchers.Background & Purpose: Innovation is a tool by which entrepreneurs create new sources of wealth or enrich existing resources so that their potential for generating wealth increases. In order to develop great innovations, companies need new innovation models that can solve new problems facing innovation development. Therefore, the aim of the current research is to identify the dimensions of the innovation model in the country's steel industry. Methodology: The approach of the current research is qualitative. The current research is applied-developmental in terms of purpose. The research strategy is a Delphi-type survey and thematic analysis. First, by using the analysis and interpretation of 8 interviews conducted with 8 experts of Iran's steel industry, the attitude of managers of different layers in Iran's steel industry regarding innovation was examined and the theme was analyzed. In this section, by using the line-by-line review of the interviews and the integration of the model obtained from the interview and literature review, the first round of Delphi questionnaire was formed and given to the experts. Findings: The Delphi process was completed in four rounds and an agreement was reached after the fourth round. In this context, 54 indicators were identified in the form of 8 main categories. Conclusion: The results of the research presented a unified model for the application of innovation in the country's steel industry to managers and researchers.