Les plateformes d’innovation sur Internet : arrangements contractuels, intermédiation et gestion de la propriété intellectuelle

The Internet innovation platforms have gained momentum since early 2000. These intermediation structures link together business solution fails to R & D with their users worldwide. The challenge posted on the platform is rewarded with a bonus if selected. The purpose of the article is to analyze the contractual arrangements on a specific platform (InnoCentive), whether in intellectual property or assistance and technical support. It is also to understand how these devices respond to the information asymmetry problem and uncertainty inherent in technology transfer. [googletranslate_en]