Innovation in Real Places
Strategies for Prosperity in an Unforgiving World
by:
Dan Breznitz
in:
Sociology
Summary:
The book provides an analysis of how different regions around the world have achieved economic growth through diverse innovation strategies tailored to their unique contexts. It challenges the one-size-fits-all approach to economic development and offers a framework for local policymakers to identify and leverage their own regional strengths in the global economy.
Key points:
1. Varied Innovation Approaches: Breznitz says innovation strategies should match a region's strengths and conditions, including different types of innovation, not just high-tech breakthroughs.
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