Survey

Step 1 of 9 Estimated time: 5–6 minutes

A. Eligibility

Eligibility

S1 Are you the founder or co-founder of your current venture? *

Founder Co-founder Neither

S2 Your name (founder / co-founder) *

C. Capabilities

Digital Orientation

Please indicate your level of agreement with each statement (1 = Strongly disagree, 7 = Strongly agree).

Statement	1	2	3	4	5	6	7
C1a Our venture quickly adopts digital technologies that improve business performance. *	1	2	3	4	5	6	7
C1c We regularly experiment with new digitally enabled products, services, or business models. *	1	2	3	4	5	6	7
C1b We effectively use digital data to support strategic decision-making. *	1	2	3	4	5	6	7

1 = Strongly disagree7 = Strongly agree

C. Capabilities

Strategic Agility

Please indicate your level of agreement with each statement (1 = Strongly disagree, 7 = Strongly agree).

Statement	1	2	3	4	5	6	7
C2b We rapidly reallocate resources toward promising opportunities. *	1	2	3	4	5	6	7
C2a We respond quickly to changes in customer needs or market conditions. *	1	2	3	4	5	6	7
C2c We can successfully adapt our business model when circumstances require it. *	1	2	3	4	5	6	7

1 = Strongly disagree7 = Strongly agree

C. Capabilities

Ecosystem Embeddedness

Please indicate your level of agreement with each statement (1 = Strongly disagree, 7 = Strongly agree).

Statement	1	2	3	4	5	6	7
C3c We deliberately choose ecosystem partners that strengthen our long-term competitive position. *	1	2	3	4	5	6	7
C3b We effectively combine resources from different external partners. *	1	2	3	4	5	6	7
C3a We actively build relationships with investors, incubators, customers, and strategic partners. *	1	2	3	4	5	6	7

1 = Strongly disagree7 = Strongly agree

C. Capabilities

Ecosystem & Institutional Support

Please indicate your level of agreement with each statement (1 = Strongly disagree, 7 = Strongly agree).

Statement	1	2	3	4	5	6	7
C4a The digital infrastructure available to our venture adequately supports our business activities. *	1	2	3	4	5	6	7
C4c Government policies and regulations generally support digital entrepreneurship. *	1	2	3	4	5	6	7
C4b Our venture has access to useful startup support services such as incubators, accelerators, or mentoring. *	1	2	3	4	5	6	7

1 = Strongly disagree7 = Strongly agree

C. Capabilities

Organizational Resilience

Please indicate your level of agreement with each statement (1 = Strongly disagree, 7 = Strongly agree).

Statement	1	2	3	4	5	6	7
C5b We have effective contingency plans for unexpected changes in the business environment. *	1	2	3	4	5	6	7
C5a Our venture is able to withstand unexpected disruptions without major long-term damage. *	1	2	3	4	5	6	7
C5c Overall, our venture is resilient in today's rapidly changing business environment. *	1	2	3	4	5	6	7

1 = Strongly disagree7 = Strongly agree

C. Capabilities

Venture Performance Outcomes

Please indicate your level of agreement with each statement (1 = Strongly disagree, 7 = Strongly agree).

Statement	1	2	3	4	5	6	7
C6c I expect our venture to grow faster than most competitors over the next two years. *	1	2	3	4	5	6	7
C6a Our venture successfully converts new market opportunities into products or services. *	1	2	3	4	5	6	7
C6b Our competitive position has improved over the past 12 months. *	1	2	3	4	5	6	7

1 = Strongly disagree7 = Strongly agree

D. Closing reflections

Closing reflections

Optional you may leave either or both blank.

E1 What is one strategic capability or decision that you believe has contributed most to your venture's success or resilience? Please explain briefly. optional

You may leave this blank. If you start writing, please use at least 15 characters.

E2 In your opinion, what has been the single biggest challenge your startup has faced in navigating India's digital entrepreneurial ecosystem over the past two years? optional

You may leave this blank. If you start writing, please use at least 15 characters.