This document is a diploma thesis submitted to the University of Mannheim by Christopher Fuß. The thesis examines business model innovations based on apps from incumbent firms using a dynamic capabilities perspective. It was advised by Florian Zock and submitted to the Faculty of Business Administration, Chair of Strategic and International Management under Professor Dr. Andreas Al-Laham between January 20, 2011 and May 19, 2011.

1. Diploma Thesis
Business Model Innovations based on Apps of
Incumbent Firms
- A Dynamic Capabilities Perspective -
Submitted to:
University of Mannheim
Faculty of Business Administration
Chair of Strategic and International Management
Prof. Dr. Andreas Al-Laham
Advisor: Florian Zock
Submitted by:
Christopher Fuß
J6, 11
68159 Mannheim
0163 6370712
christopher.fuss@gmail.com
Student No.: 0994143
Start: 20.01.2011
End: 19.05.2011