Organisational ambidexterity and sustainable value co-creation in a social enterprise: The case of Social Bite

David Brown & Steven Pattinson

International Journal of Entrepreneurship and Innovation2025https://doi.org/10.1177/14657503251320857article
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This case focuses on the concept of organisational ambidexterity, its relevance to social entrepreneurs, and its contribution to sustainable value co-creation. It examines how social enterprises must adapt to newly emerging challenges while simultaneously delivering upon their core mission. A Chief Executive Officer recalls how he reacted swiftly to capitalise upon unanticipated opportunities without being deflected from vital routine operations. He was successful in significantly raising the profile – and consequently the economic and social sustainability – of his social enterprise by harnessing a sudden Public Relations opportunity. The case considers how organisational ambidexterity and ‘agility’ can contribute to social entrepreneurship. The concept is explored in the context of Social Bite, an Edinburgh-based social enterprise which provides housing, employment, food, and support to individuals facing homelessness. Finally, the case also considers the relationship between organisational ambidexterity and sustainable value co-creation.

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@article{david2025,
  title        = {{Organisational ambidexterity and sustainable value co-creation in a social enterprise: The case of Social Bite}},
  author       = {David Brown & Steven Pattinson},
  journal      = {International Journal of Entrepreneurship and Innovation},
  year         = {2025},
  doi          = {https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1177/14657503251320857},
}

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0.48

Balanced mode · F 0.40 / M 0.15 / V 0.05 / R 0.40

F · citation impact0.41 × 0.4 = 0.16
M · momentum0.63 × 0.15 = 0.09
V · venue signal0.50 × 0.05 = 0.03
R · text relevance †0.50 × 0.4 = 0.20

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