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Mastering Innovation in China

Insights from History on China’s Journey towards Innovation

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Authors:
  1. Joachim Jan Thraen

    1. Zurich, Switzerland

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  • Publication in the field of economic sciences
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Table of contents (8 chapters)

  1. Front Matter

    Pages I-XV
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  2. Introduction

    • Joachim Jan Thraen
    Pages 1-29

  3. Research Design

    • Joachim Jan Thraen
    Pages 31-43

  4. Historical perspective on innovation in China

    • Joachim Jan Thraen
    Pages 45-70

  5. Practical relevance of historical perspective

    • Joachim Jan Thraen
    Pages 71-76

  6. Empirical findings

    • Joachim Jan Thraen
    Pages 77-131

  7. Synthesis: integrating the historical perspective

    • Joachim Jan Thraen
    Pages 133-138

  8. Theoretical and managerial implications

    • Joachim Jan Thraen
    Pages 139-149

  9. Conclusion

    • Joachim Jan Thraen
    Pages 151-156

  10. Back Matter

    Pages 157-174
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About this book

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. 

Authors and Affiliations

  • Zurich, Switzerland

    Joachim Jan Thraen

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. 

Bibliographic Information

  • Book Title: Mastering Innovation in China

  • Book Subtitle: Insights from History on China’s Journey towards Innovation

  • Authors: Joachim Jan Thraen

  • DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-658-14556-9

  • Publisher: Springer Gabler Wiesbaden

  • eBook Packages: Business and Management, Business and Management (R0)

  • Copyright Information: Springer Fachmedien Wiesbaden 2016

  • Softcover ISBN: 978-3-658-14555-2Published: 20 July 2016

  • eBook ISBN: 978-3-658-14556-9Published: 13 July 2016

  • Edition Number: 1

  • Number of Pages: XV, 174

  • Number of Illustrations: 15 b/w illustrations

  • Topics: Innovation/Technology Management, Business Strategy/Leadership, Asian Economics

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