FUTURE PERSPECTIVES ON COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE IN ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE ENABLED DIGITAL ECOSYSTEMS: STRATEGY, CAPABILITIES, AND GOVERNANCE

Gabriel VASILESCU1, Dennis Paul FRENȚIU2*, Dorel Ovidiu BRETEAN3, Augustin SEMENESCU4

Abstract. This paper analyzes how digital ecosystems based on artificial intelligence are reshaping value creation and capture through increased interdependencies among ecosystem actors. The existing literature offers limited insights into competitive advantage in data-driven, multi-actor contexts. The article proposes an integrative framework based on ecosystem strategy, dynamic capabilities, and organizational control. Sustainable advantage is explained through three interdependent dimensions: ecosystem positioning, capability reconfiguration, and governance. These include role design, managing complementarities, identifying and capitalizing on opportunities, as well as mechanisms for data governance and algorithmic accountability. The paper formulates a research agenda on the orchestration of complementarities, the impact of governance, and the transformation of work. The contribution lies in conceptual clarification and the formulation of testable propositions regarding performance and value distribution.

Keywords: Artificial intelligence; digital ecosystems; competitive advantage; digital platforms; dynamic capabilities;

DOI      10.56082/annalsarscieng.2026.1.118

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1 Senior Researcher I, Habil. PhD, Eng., National Institute for Research and Development in Mine Safety and Protection to Explosion, Chief Laboratory of Explosives Materials and Pyrotechnic Articles – INCD INSEMEX of Petrosani, Petrosani, Romania (e-mail: dragos.vasilescu@insemex.ro).

2* Doctoral School – University of Petrosani Romania; Correspondence: frentiudennispaulRO@yahoo.com (D.P.F.); Tel.: +40 774.437.921;

3 Doctoral School – University of Petrosani Romania;

4 Professor, PhD, Eng. Mat. Ec.,National Science and Technology University Politehnica  Bucharest, Bucharest, Romania, Full Member of Academy of Romanian Scientists; (e-mail: augustin.semenescu@upb.ro).

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Annals Academy of Romanian Scientists Series on Engineering Sciences

Volume 18 no 1, 2026


ISSN PRINT 2066 – 6950

ISSN ONLINE 2066 – 8570