Marko Manu

Marko Manu serves as a Researcher in the Doctoral Programme in Business and Technology Management.

His academic credentials include:

• Doctor of Science (Technology) in Industrial Management, University of Vaasa (2011)
• Finnish pedagogical teaching qualification, Oulu University of Applied Sciences (2009)
• Master of Science in Industrial Management, University of Vaasa (2001)
• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Kajaani University of Applied Sciences (1996)

His research focuses on co-creation processes, knowledge management barriers, and value creation mechanisms in industrial settings. Key publications examine virtual co-creation benefits, knowledge-sharing obstacles in manufacturing, and database utilization gaps in product development, demonstrating interdisciplinary work spanning innovation management and organizational behavior.

His publication trends (2017-2021) reveal consistent exploration of collaborative innovation systems and knowledge-driven value creation, with increasing emphasis on digital co-creation platforms and customer satisfaction metrics within manufacturing contexts.

Marko maintains an active industry role as Sales and Development Manager at Multivac Ltd since November 2021, bridging academic research with commercial application in manufacturing technology.