The Innovation Matrix - Culture and Structure Prerequisites to Innovation

A nation's culture and structure influence the type and degree of innovation achievable within its society. Routes exist for any nation, regardless of its structural or cultural elements, to achieve innovative success and economic development. Clear, concise prescriptions are given to enable managers and societies to determine the structural aspects of their nation that may need adjustment. Managers of international businesses, research and development, as well as researchers in the fields of strategic management, technology, and public policy, will find this comprehensive book on innovation practical reading.

A number of innovation hotspots are studied, including large, evolving countries such as Russia and India. Various governmental support, incentives, and regulations are evaluated in light of their contributions or obstructions to the process. Cross-cultural studies on major economies are also included to enhance the readers' knowledge and understanding. Recommendations are provided on how a society, or region within a particular country, can become either more innovative or retain what innovativeness it currently has.

List of contents

Figures and Tables
Introduction
Innovation
The Process of Innovation
The Innovation Funnel
The Wheel of Innovation
Culture
Culture and Innovation
Cultural History of Innovation
Cross-Cultural Studies
Hofstede Indices
Sexism and Ethnocentrism
Structure
Structure and Entrepreneurship
Structure and Innovation
Legal Concerns of a Society
Governmental Influence: Supportive or Restrictive Nature of Societies
Political and Economic Systems
Infrastructure and Need
Economic Incentives for New Ventures
Cross-National Case Studies
India and Japan: A Study in Innovation and Development, 1850-1990
A Cross-Cultural Comparison of Innovative Capabilities of the Former Soviet Union and Mainland China
The Rise and Fall of Innovative Hotspots: An Examination of Silicon Valley and Route 128
Baby Hotspots
Putting It All Together
Innovation Matrix
References
Index

About the author

Paul Herbig

Product details

• Authors: Paul Herbig
• Publisher: Bloomsbury
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 30.10.1994
• EAN: 9780899309330
• ISBN: 978-0-89930-933-0
• Subjects: Non-fiction book > Politics, society, business > Politics; Cultural Studies, POLITICAL SCIENCE / Political Economy, BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / Development / General, SCIENCE / Philosophy & Social Aspects, SOCIAL SCIENCE / Anthropology / Cultural & Social, TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING / Social Aspects, SOCIAL SCIENCE / Developing & Emerging Countries, Political Economy, Impact of science & technology on society, Impact of science and technology on society, Development Studies, SOCIAL SCIENCE / Technology Studies, Business: Management