Kernvermogens
Kernvermogens is a Dutch term used to describe the core powers, capacities or assets of an organization that underpin its ability to deliver value and achieve competitive advantage. The concept combines notions of valuable resources and distinctive capabilities, emphasizing the integration of people, processes, technologies, and relationships rather than isolated items.
In practice, kernvermogens consist of a combination of core assets and core capabilities. Core assets may include
Strategically, kernvermogens align with the resource-based view of the firm and with ideas about dynamic capabilities.
Development and management of kernvermogens involve building and renewing the underlying assets and capabilities. This includes
Examples of kernvermogens vary by industry but may include a platform’s scalable architecture, a company’s trusted