A research framework of management theory with Chinese characteristics,which focuses on management innovation,and a framework of formation mechanism of management innovation of Chinese enterprises with topdown perspective are constructed in order to supplement the single research perspective on this topic.Besides,a research method framework,mainly using cross-case study,is designed.Service innovations of Dalian Sanyo Cold-chain Co.,Ltd.,Haier Co.,Ltd.and Hussmann Corporation are used as cross cases and compared,and the qualitative data is analyzed with ATLAS/ ti 5.0 in order to make an initial test on the designed framework of research ideas and methods.