Mastering Innovation in China - Insights from History on China's Journey towards Innovation

Joachim Jan Thraen uses insights from history to provide a fresh perspective on China's potential transition towards a global innovation leader. He applies historical evidence from countries like the United States, Germany, and Japan in the 19th and 20th century and builds on results from four case studies to reveal key strategies that firms can utilize to leverage China as a global hub of innovation. China's large market, strong manufacturing networks, increasing R&D capabilities, and a government strongly supporting innovation provide unique opportunities for new forms of innovation driven by efficiency, rapid commercialization, and large volumes. Managers that understand China's innovation trajectory and adjust innovation strategies accordingly will achieve greater success in mastering innovation in China as a foundation for global competitiveness. 

List of contents

Innovation in China: Developing at Different Speeds.- The Historical Perspective: Lessons from the Past.- Case Studies.- Recommendations on Managing Innovation in China.

About the author

Dr. Joachim Jan Thraen holds a PhD in management from the University of St. Gallen, Switzerland. He currently works on innovation and strategy projects for a global industrial company. 

Summary

Product details

• Authors: Joachim Jan Thraen
• Publisher: Springer, Berlin
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 01.01.2016
• EAN: 9783658145552
• ISBN: 978-3-658-14555-2
• No. of pages: 174
• Dimensions: 148 mm x 12 mm x 211 mm
• Weight: 257 g
• Illustrations: XV, 174 p. 15 illus.
• Series: Springer Gabler
• Subjects: Social sciences, law, business > Business > Management; Management, C, Leadership, Economics, Business and Management, Business Strategy/Leadership, Innovation/Technology Management, business strategy, Management science, Industrial Management, Economy-wide Country Studies, Asia—Economic conditions, Asian Economics