Technological regimes and innovation in services: the case of the Italian banking industry

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A theoretical model for understanding the 'smart automation' regime in the banking industry was developed. The regime, which stems from the second wave of office revolution that occurred after the 'mass automation' regime, is analyzed with respect to the impact of information technology diffusion driving demand-pull variables for innovations in banking services. The model's validity is discussed in the context of a study of Italian banks' electronic payment systems.

Research, Banking industry, Diffusion of innovations

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Agreements between firms and the technological life cycle model: evidence from information technologies

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A model based on the technological trajectory notion is used to explain why and to what extent companies have recourse to cooperative agreements. The model emphasisizes the relevance of technological and market dynamics. The result s show that the inclination of companies towards cooperative agreements and joint ventures depends upon the phase of the technological life cycle of the particular industry.

Interpretation and construction, Marketing, Contracts, Business enterprises, Product life cycle

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Technology use and plant closure

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Research is presented concerning the industrial demography of 810 plants in the metalworking industry in Italy. The level of plant closure between 1989 and 1997 is discussed. Probit type econometric models are considered.

Econometrics & Model Building, Economic aspects, Demographic aspects, Econometrics, Metal products industry, Metalworking industry, Business models

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