Deconstructing emerging business ecosystems: Explorations of the Chinese Electric Vehicle Industry

The purpose of this research paper is to extend business ecosystem theories into the emerging industries, through conducting multiple case studies with firms along the supply chain of the Chinese Electric Vehicle Industry, as well as the policy makers and associated industrial players. The constructive elements of the emerging EV business ecosystem have been identified, such that the business ecosystem is divided into four sub-sections: 1)Supply, 2) Interface, 3) Demand, and 4) Support. Theoretically, this paper has contributed by enriching Moore´s Business ecosystem. In Practice, this research is able to shed light for industrial players in providing a comprehensive picture of the overall ecosystem that they are situated in, which would allow them to gain a deeper understanding of the macro milieu that often impact their businesses significantly.