ABSTRACT Indicators for the Portuguese moulds industry show a record of strong growth contrasting... more ABSTRACT Indicators for the Portuguese moulds industry show a record of strong growth contrasting with poor productivity. This raises the question of whether the growth strategy chosen by the companies is anchored in the right capabilities, and if this can endanger future development. This paper presents the results of a set of technology and innovation audits performed in this industry, revealing how state-of-the-art equipment and extensive tacit knowledge of their human resources drives the companies' technological capabilities ...
ABSTRACT Indicators for the Portuguese moulds industry show a record of strong growth contrasting... more ABSTRACT Indicators for the Portuguese moulds industry show a record of strong growth contrasting with poor productivity. This raises the question of whether the growth strategy chosen by the companies is anchored in the right capabilities, and if this can endanger future development. This paper presents the results of a set of technology and innovation audits performed in this industry, revealing how state-of-the-art equipment and extensive tacit knowledge of their human resources drives the companies' technological capabilities ...
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