Empreendedorismo digital: o impacto das incubadoras e aceleradoras no sucesso das startups

Abstract

The present study addresses digital entrepreneurship, focusing on the role of incubators and accelerators in the development and success of startups. In a scenario marked by globalization and technological advances, these emerging companies stand out for their innovation and ability to scale business models rapidly. However, they face challenges related to limited financial and structural resources, which hinder their consolidation. In this context, incubators and accelerators emerge as essential support mechanisms, offering infrastructure, training, and access to strategic networks. The methodology adopted was a bibliographic review, based on studies and literature on digital entrepreneurship, startups, and support mechanisms. It was found that incubators operate in a more structured and continuous manner during the initial phase of ventures, while accelerators offer intensive, short-term support aimed at rapid growth and market entry. Additionally, digital entrepreneurship has transformed the innovation landscape by enabling new business models and the internationalization of companies through digital platforms. Despite the relevant contributions, a gap in empirical studies that measure the direct impact of these mechanisms on startup performance was identified, representing a limitation of this research and an opportunity for future investigations.