Technological Entrepreneurship and Territorial Development: Evidence from Urban Ecosystems in Latin America
Abstract
Technological entrepreneurship has been increasingly recognized as a key driver of territorial development in urban ecosystems; however, there is limited empirical evidence explaining how institutional, financial, and governance conditions shape its effectiveness across heterogeneous contexts in emerging economies. This study analyzes the impact of technological entrepreneurship on territorial development in ten cities across Argentina, Chile, Peru, Uruguay, and Ecuador using a quantitative descriptive-correlational design. A structured survey was administered to 450 ecosystem stakeholders, complemented by a systematic analysis of local policies and institutional strategies. The results reveal significant cross-city heterogeneity, identifying technological infrastructure (M = 3.42), interinstitutional collaboration (M = 3.67), and territorially adapted public policies as key enabling factors, while persistent constraints were observed in access to financing (M = 2.87) and policy continuity. The findings demonstrate that collaborative networks and governance structures play a decisive role in translating entrepreneurial activity into measurable territorial outcomes. Based on this evidence, the study proposes a territorial innovation framework that integrates entrepreneurship, governance, and policy alignment. This research contributes empirical insights into the systemic conditions required to leverage technological entrepreneurship as a catalyst for inclusive and sustainable urban development in Latin America.Downloads
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