Innovation and the Evolution of Industries: History-Friendly Models

ISBN-13: 9781107051706 / Angielski / Twarda / 2016 / 296 str.

Franco Malerba; Luigi Orsenigo; Sidney G. Winter

Opis

A new approach to the analysis of technological process, emphasising the tailoring of formal modelling to historical context.

Recenzje

'The co-authors of this volume are pioneers in the development of 'history-friendly models' of the evolution of knowledge-intensive industries. This book extends and elaborates that work, enriching our understanding of the development of the computer, semiconductor, and pharmaceuticals industries. The volume is a major contribution to economics, strategy, and policy.' David C. Mowery, William A. and Betty H. Hasler Professor of New Enterprise, Emeritus, University of California, Berkeley

Spis treści

1. Innovation and industrial evolution; 2. History-friendly models: methods and fundamentals; 3. The US computer industry and the dynamics of concentration; 4. Vertical integration and dis-integration in the computer industry; 5. The pharmaceutical industry and the role of demand; 6. Reprise and conclusions.