The skill bias effect of technological and organisational change: evidence and policy implications

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A study of the recruitment patterns in 400 Italian manufacturing industries is presented. Though it is believed that technological changes are responsible for demand in skilled labor, it is observed that organizational changes also play an important role in increasing the recruitment of skilled labor.

Market information - general, Organizational history, Personnel administration, Manufacturing industry, Manufacturing industries, Supply and demand, Recruiting, Technology application, Company restructuring/company reorganization, Reorganization and restructuring, Skilled labor, Industry hiring, Company organization, Skilled labour

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Team member proximity and teamwork in innovative projects

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The geographic proximity of members as a continuous variable in teamwork is analyzed. A study of software development teams is conducted and it is revealed that proximity of team members is positively related to teamwork quality.

Work groups, Teamwork (Workplace)

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From local networks of SMEs to virtual districts? Evidence from recent trends in Italy

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The local area networks of small and medium enterprises and their economical relationships in industrial districts of Italy are analyzed. The impact of technology innovation on economic policy of Italy is studied.

Government expenditures, Management dynamics, Management, Innovations, Economic aspects, Economic policy, Industrial districts, Company business management, Wide area networks, Small and medium sized companies, WAN

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