Innovation and Performance Drivers of Business Clusters: An Empirical Study

This book emphasizes the importance of clusters for company competitiveness and is divided into three parts. The first part discusses localization economics, cluster theory, innovation, and innovation partnerships. The second part presents original research on natural and organized clusters, examining their impact on company financial performance. The third part includes a survey and case studies of family businesses in textile, glass, and jewelry industries, providing an overview of dominant industries and competition relationships. The book evaluates implications for microeconomic and macroeconomic policies and offers proposals for corporate inter-organizational behavior.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 232 pages
Publication date: 02 September 2022
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This comprehensive book delves into the vital role of clusters in enhancing the competitiveness of companies. It is meticulously divided into three interconnected sections, each offering valuable insights. The first part explores localization economics, cluster theory, the significance of innovation, and the formation of innovation partnerships, providing a foundation for understanding the dynamics of clusters. The second part showcases original research conducted between 2018 and 2020, examining both natural and organized clusters. This research not only assesses the impact of cluster membership but also delves into additional factors that influence the financial performance of companies. Furthermore, the third part presents an additional survey and case studies, specifically focusing on family businesses in selected industrial districts within the textile, glass, and jewelry industries. This section offers a broader overview of the development of dominant industries in these districts, facilitating a deeper understanding of the relationships between competition among companies and their locations within business clusters.

The book evaluates the implications of its findings for microeconomic and macroeconomic policies and presents practical proposals for corporate inter-organizational behavior. This volume appeals to scholars and researchers in economics, business, and management, as well as policy-makers and practitioners seeking a deeper understanding of innovation and the drivers of business cluster performance.

Weight: 379g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030799090
Edition number: 1st ed. 2021