The process of opening innovation networks: open innovation at Embrapa Florestas

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to map the process opening an innovation network in context Brazilian agroforestry sector. Design/methodology/approach Qualitative case study open Embrapa Florestas (17 semi-structured interviews, observation and documentary data). Social analysis (SNA) from primary data available at Florestas’ system. Findings Three triggers were identified. starts with closed characteristics. motivated by a restructuring its source fundraising (trigger 1), change strategic orientation toward internationalization activities 2) black box greater proximity productive sector partner universities 3). Comparing pre-opening post-opening networks (open network), sociometric allows us verify that presents better density, clustering centrality indexes for as whole specifically. Originality/value This one first studies aims investigate transition public research institute. It may also be considered innovative because it practical managerial relevance – addition contributions policy makers which improvements development technology country's sectors.