Making Connections Technological Learning and Regional Economic Change

Malecki Edward J and Oinas Paivi Editing

ISBN 10: 1840145501 / ISBN 13: 9781840145502

Published by Ashgate, Aldershot, 1997

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Making Connections Technological Learning and Regional Economic Change
• Publisher: Ashgate, Aldershot
• Publication Date: 1997
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1840145501
• ISBN 13: 9781840145502
• Binding: Hard Cover
• Edition: First Edition.
• Condition: Good
• Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket
• Book Type: A00022054

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Synopsis

The object of this book is to provide greater understanding of the crucial relationships that are needed between actors in processes of learning at various levels of analysis, ranging from interpersonal relations to firms and inter firm networks. The contributions employ an interdisciplinary set of approaches to technological change to elaborate on these relationships in both intra- and inter regional contexts. The book provides empirical analysis from both core and peripheral regions, highlighting the similarities and the differences of "making connections" under different societal conditions. The first part explores the basis of innovation an d of learning as the fundamental ways in which firms adapt to new conditions. Whilst the second partdeals with relationships that firms form with other firms and different sources of knowledge enable them to develop competitive capabilities amid changing technologies and markets. The sequence of topics, from theory to local and nonlocal links to recent attempts to build and expand connections, brings the reader through the full range of relevant experience. The contributors to this volume include experts representing a dozen countries so their research provides a more global and comprehensive picture of connections than has been the case in previously published research.

Review

'... offers a serviceable introduction to the history of the US bus industry.' H-Net Reviews 'For over fifteen years, Margaret Walsh,... has traversed the United States in search of sources on the long-distance bus industry. This compilation of her previously published articles - with some new material - is a happy occasion for transportation, social, cultural, and business historians of modern America.' The Journal of American History 'In all respects this is a fine book.' Journal of economic History '... offers a very interesting account of the intercity bus industry in the US.' Choice '... a meticulously researched volume... adds greatly to our knowledge of a previously neglected area. It also makes a significant contribution to our understanding of economic and social change in modern America.' History '... essential study for students rounding out their knowledge of American transportation. The text is supported by a full bibliography... well illustrated...' Journal of American Studies '... an excellent introduction to the history of the American intercity bus industry, from its formative years at the beginning of the twentieth century up to deregulation in the early eighties... thoroughly researched... covers an overlooked, largely undocumented portion of American history... Walsh has succeeded in bringing to light, and making widely available, material that will be of interest to business historians and transportation historians alike. Furthermore, she has presented the material in a well-organized, accessible, and easy-to-read package.' Business History Review