Mazhar Islam
Papers
1
Total Citations
6
H-Index
1
About
Mazhar Islam is a scholar whose research lies at the intersection of technology strategy, innovation management, and industrial evolution. His work explores how firms navigate technological disruption, with a particular focus on the nuanced roles of prior experience and market timing. In his most-cited study, “Nuanced Role of Relevant Prior Experience: Sales Takeoff of Disruptive Products and Product Innovation with Disrupted Technology in Industrial Robotics,” Islam examines how entrants with and without relevant prior experience in a disrupted technology approach product innovation differently. Using the industrial robotics industry as a rich empirical context, he reveals that prior experience can be both an asset and a liability, shaping how firms respond to technological shifts. This work has garnered 6 citations, establishing a foundation for deeper inquiry into the dynamics of disruptive innovation. Islam’s contributions are particularly valuable for students and researchers interested in how legacy knowledge influences strategic decision-making during periods of technological upheaval. His research offers a compelling framework for understanding why some firms thrive while others falter when confronted with disruption, making his insights essential for those studying innovation strategy and industrial change.
Research Focus
Key Achievements
Top Papers
- 1