Source of Leadership -- Analysis of Seven Industries: Analysis of Seven Industries

Author: Morley
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Publish Date: 2003-07-01
Features: We can learn many exciting things from this book, not only because it covers a wide range of industries and countries, but also because it describes the methods used in numerous different studies. By tracing the historical evolution of seven high-tech industries, this book illustrates the key complementary conditions that contribute to the leading position of successful industries, which exist at the enterprise level, national level, or regional level. It is a must-read for both supporters and opponents of industrial policy. The book describes and analyzes the evolution of seven major high-tech industries in the United States, Japan, and Europe, including machine tools, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, computers, semiconductors, and software. In each industry, companies from certain countries have emerged as clear technological or commercial leaders. During the period of the book's research, the leading positions in some cases shifted once or even several times. The focus of the book is on analyzing the factors supporting national leadership in each industry and the reasons for these changes. Additionally, the book pays special attention to the national policy factors that create or sustain industry leadership. The book is written in a rigorous style, with detailed arguments and clear, accessible language. It is suitable for college students majoring in economics and management, high-tech industry managers, researchers, and scholars in the fields of economics and management.