Does new technology adoption pay? Electronic switching patterns and firm-level performance in US telecommunications

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A study was conducted on the influence of the adoption of new electronic switching patterns on the performance of US telecommunications companies. Firm-level performance was measured using data envelopment analysis. Firms that adopted more levels of electronic switching display were found to be highly efficient in resource utilization. However, the influence of the new technology on their output-augmentation was found to be minimal. Results affirm that companies actively engaged in switching to new technology acquire several benefits.

Wired Telecommunications Carriers, Telephone Communication, Telephone Communications, Telecommunications services industry, Telecommunications industry, Telephone services, Telecommunication switching equipment, Telecommunications switching equipment

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The rise and fall of 'Supernet': a case study of technology transfer policy for smaller firms

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The policy environment is characterized by a broad range of experimentation. One such experiment, Supernet, with the goal of enhancing the access of small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to key centers of technological excellence in the UK, is examined. During its 2 1/2 years of operation, Supernet largely accomplished its goal of providing a mechanism through which SMEs can access the extensive technology base of the UK. Its major limitation was probably because it was too specialized a service for the requirements of many SMEs.

Small Business, United Kingdom, Management

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Building bridges for innovation: the role of consultants in technology transfer

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The role of consultants in technology transfer is investigated within the framework of several complex, interactive, nonlinear models of the process. Specifically, attention is focused on trends in consultants' services, their functions and contributions to technology policy decision-making. In addition, an example concerning Advanced Manufacturing Technology is given to highlight consultancy's importance in government technology transfer mechanisms.

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