摘要: This paper explores the progress in conception of absorptive capacities (ACAP) since its redefinition to concept dynamic capabilities by Zahra and George (2002). For this purpose, a bibliometric review exercise is carried out papers published between 2000 2015 Scopus WoS databases that consider AC as capabilities. Results are compared with developments ongoing discussion over topic. research finds most assume apply concept, conceptual on subject scarce, especially when considering ACAP It concluded that priori assuming establishes restriction and, many cases, an error. In order overcome situation we outline theoretical proposal.