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on Economics of Strategic Management |
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Issue of 2024‒05‒06
nine papers chosen by João José de Matos Ferreira, Universidade da Beira Interior |
| By: | Cavalcanti, T.; Mohaddes, K.; Nian, H.; Yin, H. |
| Abstract: | This paper investigates the long-run effects of prolonged air pollution on firmlevel human capital, knowledge and innovation composition. Using a novel firm-level dataset covering almost all industrial firms engaged in science and technology activities in China, and employing a regression discontinuity design, we show that prolonged pollution significantly diminishes both the quantity and the quality of human capital at the firm level. More specifically, we show that air pollution affects firm-level human capital composition by reducing the share of employees with a PhD degree and master’s degree, but instead increasing the share of employees with bachelor’s degree. Moreover, the difference in the composition of human capital materially change the knowledge and innovation structure of the firms, with our estimates showing that pollution decreases innovations that demand a high level of creativity, such as publications and inventions, while increasing innovations with a relatively low level of creativity, such as design patents. Quantitatively, on the intensive margin, one μg/m 3 increase in the annual average PM 2.5 concentration leads to a 0.188 loss in the number of innovations per R&D employee. Overall, we show that air pollution has created a gap in human capital, knowledge, and innovation between firms in the north and south of China, highlighting the importance of environmental quality as a significant factor for productivity and welfare. |
| Keywords: | Pollution, human capital, knowledge, innovation, China |
| JEL: | O15 O30 O44 Q51 Q56 |
| Date: | 2023–01–03 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:cam:camjip:2301&r=cse |
| By: | Mekki Sara (EPSYLON - Dynamique des capacités humaines et des conduites de santé - UPVM - Université Paul-Valéry - Montpellier 3, University of Algiers 3 : Université d' Alger 3) |
| Abstract: | From the beginning of the industrial revolution, several economists such as J.B.Say, Schumpeter or Kenneth Arrow linked entrepreneurship and innovation. The entrepreneur is not only a source of wealth but a source of economic growth.The Algerian Government, aware of the importance of entrepreneurship, has established a new system and new national economic policy focused on innovation, now the priority subsidies were for the creation of businesses that demonstrate a form of innovation. This article aims to study the relationship between entrepreneurship, innovation and the role of female entrepreneurs in this new impetus for the national economy by studying a random of 100 companies working in the field of High Tech , start-up and innovation. |
| Keywords: | innovation female entrepreneurship economic growth national economic policy. JEL Classification Codes: J78 O32, innovation, female entrepreneurship, economic growth, national economic policy. JEL Classification Codes: J78, O32 |
| Date: | 2023–12–30 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:hal:journl:hal-04510952&r=cse |
| By: | Lei, Yunliang |
| Abstract: | Introduction: This research focuses on exploring the impact of Big Data Development (BDD) on Urban Ecological Governance Performance (EGP), with a particular emphasis on environmental dimensions within and among various regions. It aims to understand the complex interplay between technological advancements, urbanization, and environmental management in the context of urban ecological governance. Methods: Employing the Spatial Durbin Model (SDM), the study rigorously investigates the effects of BDD on EGP. It also examines the mediating role of Industrial Structure Level (ISL) and the moderating effects of both Level of Technological Investment (LTI) and Urbanization Level (URB), to provide a comprehensive analysis of the factors influencing urban ecological governance. Results: The findings reveal that big data significantly strengthens urban ecological governance, characterized by pronounced spatial spillover effects, indicating interregional interdependence in environmental management. Urbanization level notably amplifies the influence of BDD on EGP, whereas the magnitude of technological investments does not show a similar effect. Moreover, the industrial structure acts as a partial mediator in the relationship between BDD and EGP, with this mediating role demonstrating variability across different regions. Discussion: The research highlights the critical role of big data in enhancing urban ecological governance, particularly in terms of environmental aspects. It underscores the importance of technological advancements and urbanization in augmenting the effectiveness of ecological governance. The variability of the mediating role of industrial structure across regions suggests the need for tailored strategies in implementing big data initiatives for environmental management. |
| Keywords: | big data; ecological governance performance; environmental management; spatial analysis; spatial durbin model |
| JEL: | R14 J01 |
| Date: | 2024–03–12 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:ehl:lserod:122571&r=cse |
| By: | MASSINI Silvia; PISCITELLO Lucia; SHEVTSOVA Yevgeniya (European Commission - JRC) |
| Abstract: | Recent empirical studies show that firms that simultaneously engage in export/import and internal R&D activities experience stronger productivity benefits with respect to their domestically oriented counterparts. This analysis extends the scope of these studies to explore complementary effects on productivity of engaging in all three activities (i.e. import, export and internal R&D) simultaneously in the context of emerging market firms. The results indicate that emerging markets firms benefit from complementarities stemming from the assimilation and integration of knowledge from external sources (import and export) with internal knowledge (own R&D investment). The effect is more pronounced for private enterprises, especially when they trade with partners from advanced markets. |
| Date: | 2024–02 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:ipt:iptwpa:jrc136621&r=cse |
| By: | OECD |
| Abstract: | Multiple crises are triggering turbulence, instability and insecurity in contemporary societies, with impacts on economies, the environment, politics, and global affairs. An effective response will require governments to be more ambitious and act with greater urgency in their science, technology and innovation (STI) policies to meet global challenges. Sustained investments and greater directionality in research and innovation activities are needed, and these should coincide with a reappraisal of STI systems and STI policies to ensure they are “fit-for-purpose” to contribute to transformative change agendas. This policy paper provides a framework to support governments in making these assessments. It identifies six STI policy orientations for transformative change that should guide these assessments. It applies these orientations across multiple areas of STI policy, including R&D funding, the research and innovation workforce, and international R&D co-operation, and outlines a series of concrete policy actions STI policymakers can take to accelerate transformative change. |
| Date: | 2024–04–19 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:oec:stiaac:164-en&r=cse |
| By: | Hanis Diyana Kamarudin ("School of Information Science, College of Computing, Informatics, and Mathematics, UiTM Selangor Branch, Puncak Perdana Campus, 40150 Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia " Author-2-Name: Author-2-Workplace-Name: "School of Information Science, College of Computing, Informatics, and Mathematics, UiTM Selangor Branch, Puncak Perdana Campus, 40150 Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia " Author-3-Name: Author-3-Workplace-Name: "School of Information Science, College of Computing, Informatics, and Mathematics, UiTM Selangor Branch, Puncak Perdana Campus, 40150 Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia " Author-4-Name: Author-4-Workplace-Name: Author-5-Name: Author-5-Workplace-Name: Author-6-Name: Author-6-Workplace-Name: Author-7-Name: Author-7-Workplace-Name: Author-8-Name: Author-8-Workplace-Name:) |
| Abstract: | "Objective - This study assesses the effectiveness of Business Continuity Plans (BCPs) and records management practices within small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Selangor. The primary objective is to determine the integration of records management into BCPs and identify the current development stage in SMEs' processes. Methodology/Technique - The research comprehensively examines Selangor SMEs' BCPs and records management practices. This multiple case study investigated the extent to which Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Selangor implemented business continuity management. Through document reviews and interviews with business owners and continuity managers, the study examined the integration of records management within continuity plans and assessed the impact on overall organizational resilience. Finding - The research excluded SMEs outside Selangor, focusing on managerial-level respondents from the records and information system department. The findings reveal a varied landscape, with some SMEs having well-established processes while others are still in the developmental stage. Notably, the research emphasizes the importance of identifying vital records within organizations to maintain essential operations and comply with regulatory requirements. Novelty - The study also underscores the need for regular BCP revisions and effective communication strategies to disseminate plans to employees. Moreover, it highlights the significance of including expertise in BCPs to enhance disaster preparedness and mitigation efforts. Type of Paper - Research" |
| Keywords: | Business continuity plans (BCPs), records management practices, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), integration of BCPs and records management and vital records. |
| JEL: | M10 M13 M19 |
| Date: | 2024–03–31 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:gjbssr643&r=cse |
| By: | Yuichi Furukawa (Chuo University and RIETI); Tat-kei Lai (IESEG School of Management, Univ. Lille, CNRS UMR 9221 - LEM - Lille Economie Management); Kenji Sato Sato (Osaka Metropolitan University) |
| Abstract: | This study develops a new dynamic general equilibrium model to explore the role of people’s love of novelty as a cultural preference in innovation and innovation-based growth. The model considers (a) an infinitely lived representative consumer who has standard love-of-variety preferences for differentiated products and additional love-of-novelty preferences for new products, and (b) technological progress driven by two costly and time-consuming innovation activities, new product development and existing product development. We demonstrate that consumers’ love of novelty is a source of innovation-based growth, wherein economies with a moderate love of novelty can achieve innovation and long-run growth through endogenous cycles between periods in which new product development is active and those in which existing product development is active. However, if love of novelty preference is too weak or too strong, the economy is caught in an underdevelopment trap with less innovation and no long-run growth. We also provide some suggestive empirical evidence that supports our theoretical predictions. |
| Keywords: | Cultural preferences, macro-based behavioral economics; innovation and growth cycles; endogenous growth; underdevelopment traps |
| JEL: | E71 O40 |
| Date: | 2023–12 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:ies:wpaper:e202406&r=cse |
| By: | Hongyong Zhang; Wenyin Cheng; Tao Liang; Bo Meng |
| Abstract: | Industrial subsidies are at the center of the recent political and economic debate. This paper examines the impacts of subsidies along domestic value chains on the export performance of Chinese firms. Using firm-level subsidy data and inter-provincial input-output tables, we measure direct subsidies and indirect subsidies in upstream industries. Our findings reveal several vital points: (1) Direct subsidies significantly enhance Chinese firms' export participation and volume. These subsidies are positively associated with firm investment and R&D expenditure. (2) Surprisingly, upstream indirect subsidies-particularly those from 1st tier upstream industries-have even larger effects on Chinese exports than direct subsidies. These upstream subsidies contribute significantly to export growth. (3) Both domestic firms and foreign-invested enterprises benefit from direct subsidies, but the effect of upstream subsidies varies by ownership. (4) Both direct and indirect subsidies are associated with higher export prices and product quality, leading to a lower quality-adjusted price. These export growth and quality upgrading are driven by direct subsidies through increased investment and R&D, and indirect subsidies through intermediate inputs. These results suggest that government support may promote quality upgrading and enhance the global competitiveness of Chinese exports. This paper contributes to the ongoing debate on government subsidy and industrial policy by shedding light on the intricate relationship between subsidies and exports. |
| Date: | 2024–04 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:tcr:wpaper:e205&r=cse |
| By: | Leogrande, Angelo |
| Abstract: | In this article I analyzed the propensity for patenting in Italian regions through the use of ISTAT-BES data. The static analysis shows the presence of a significant gap between the northern regions and the southern regions in the period between 2004 and 2019. The econometric analysis applied with panel models highlights the relationships that the propensity to patent has with respect to the determinants of innovation systems at regional level. The results are critically discussed with economic policy recommendations. |
| Date: | 2024–03–25 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:osf:socarx:p4exf&r=cse |