601. The role of KIBS in the technological renovation of local economies. Evidence from the computer services sector
- Author
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Ettore Bolisani and Enrico Scarso
- Subjects
Economics and Econometrics ,technology transfer ,KIBS ,knowledge-intensive business services ,computer services ,innovation networks ,knowledge brokers ,case studies ,business.industry ,Process (engineering) ,Technological change ,Strategy and Management ,Information technology ,Knowledge communication ,Commerce ,Management of Technology and Innovation ,Technology transfer ,Production (economics) ,Business and International Management ,business ,Knowledge transfer ,Industrial organization ,Pace - Abstract
In the current economic climate, the survival of local production systems of small firms depends on their capability to keep pace with the technological progress. This requires the inclusion in innovation networks, where an important role is played by Knowledge-Intensive Business Services (KIBS) firms. The paper investigates the role of local KIBS companies as disseminators of innovations to regional production systems. A study of computer KIBS in the North-east of Italy is illustrated. The analysis provides insights into technology transfer seen as a process of knowledge communication and transfer, and the central role of KIBS in this process.
- Published
- 2009