Technological dependence in Africa: its nature, causes, consequences and policy derivatives
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An analysis of the nature of technological dependence within the context of African political economy focused on the nature, causes and consequences of such dependence. Africa's asymmetrical technological dependence is found to be cumulatively detrimental to the country's development process and prospects. This has resulted in foreign investment at high financial cost, the introduction of foreign production and consumption patterns, and the inhibition of Africa's local technological development efforts.
Publication Name: Technovation
Subject: High technology industry
ISSN: 0166-4972
Year: 1996
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Global strategic benchmarking, critical capabilities and performance of aerospace subcontractors
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The most critical capabilities which are common to some of the best Western aerospace manufacturing subcontractors are intangible, difficult to imitate or not easily transferable. These capabilities indicate that leading subcontractors have a specific competitive advantage that is difficult for others to imitate. However, the case contrasts with less performing subcontractors, who, in the near future, may encounter competitive pressures resulting from the new industrialized countries.
Publication Name: Technovation
Subject: High technology industry
ISSN: 0166-4972
Year: 1998
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Technological penetration and organizational learning in SMEs: the cumulative effect
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A survey was carried out among 84 CEOs of small metal manufacturing firms in Quebec, Canada, to study the relationships between technological penetration, the administrative and production benefits gained from implementing information technology and corporate performance. The results reveal that the level of technological penetration heavily impacts the range and amount of benefits accrued from computer applications.
Publication Name: Technovation
Subject: High technology industry
ISSN: 0166-4972
Year: 1995
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