Semiconductor Technology Flows Through Formal Technology Transfers (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Griffin, Abbie J.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1332881688 ISBN 13: 9781332881680

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

This book explores the flow of semiconductor technology across borders through official channels from 1978 to 1984, identifying international mechanisms for the transfer of knowledge and resources. The author analyzes interfirm agreements, company acquisitions and mergers, and direct investments in foreign facilities. The book reveals that the US experienced a net outflow of technology, while Europe, Japan, and Korea achieved net inflows. Japanese companies, in particular, were highly active in acquiring semiconductor technology from international sources, with the US being a significant target. The analysis also highlights that the large American semiconductor firms have allowed their technological advantages to be diffused to smaller domestic competitors and foreign companies, contributing to the growth of new rivals in the industry. By examining the mechanisms and consequences of technology transfer, this book provides valuable insights into the competitive dynamics and global strategies of the semiconductor industry.

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About the Author

Abbie Griffin earned her Ph.D. in management from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, her M.B.A. from Harvard University and her B.S.ChE from Purdue University. She is editor of the Journal of Product Innovation Management, and serves as director of the Product Development and Management Association. She has received the 1997 Marketing Science Institute Best Paper Award, the 1993 John D. C. Little Best Paper Award, and the 1994 Frank M. Bass Dissertation Paper Award for "Voice of the Customer." Dr. Griffin teaches product development and business-to-business marketing. Her research interests include measuring and improving new product development processes, obtaining customer inputs into new product development, decreasing time to commercialize products, and management of technology. Dr. Griffin's professional experience includes consulting in marketing, strategic planning, and technology management to technology dependent firms. She is on the Board of Directors of International Truck and Engine (formerly Navistar).

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1332881688
• ISBN 13: 9781332881680
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 33