Communication and Distance in Collaboration between High-technology Enterprises in Northern Finland |
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Authors: | Katariina Ala-Rämi |
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Institution: | Department of Geography , University of Oulu , Oulu , Finland |
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Abstract: | New technologies affect economic activities, even to the extent that some claim they have lessened the importance of geographical distance. However, collaboration in product innovation creation involves various elements; therefore the development of technologies does not make geographical proximity insignificant. In this paper a study is made of collaboration aiming to create a product innovation between high-technology enterprises in northern Finland, especially the intertwining between communication and geographical distance. The study is based on interviews with managers of high-technology enterprises. The results indicate that while email and personal meetings are seen as important, geographical proximity also has an effect on collaboration. |
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