Knowledge Transmission in Industrial Clusters: Evidence from EuroClusTex |
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Authors: | Ana Paula Lisboa Sohn Filipa Dionísio Vieira Nelson Casarotto Filho Idaulo José Cunha Paula Regina Zarelli |
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Affiliation: | 1. Department of Production Engineering, Federal University of Santa Catarina, Florianópolis, Brazilanasohn@hotmail.com;3. Department of Production and Systems, University of Minho, Guimar?es, Portugal;4. Department of Production Engineering, Federal University of Santa Catarina, Florianópolis, Brazil |
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Abstract: | Covering the knowledge economy scenario, this article attempts to illustrate the analysis of the employment of knowledge transmission channels in the EuroClusTex, cross-border textile and clothing cluster between northern Portugal and Galicia. Therefore, an exploratory research was conducted. Primary data were obtained through participation in events, from interviews with key informants (entrepreneurs, leaders of cluster support institutions and government representatives). The secondary data were provided by the cluster support institutions, international organizations and the literature review. The results showed that EuroClusTex contributes to the competitiveness of regions, boosting trade relations between Galicia and northern Portugal. The most effective knowledge transmission channels in EuroClusTex were identified as: imitation, relationship with suppliers, public policy and human resources training. Experiences similar to EuroClusTex can be considered and served as examples for the development of clustering policies in other countries. |
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Keywords: | clusters knowledge transmission textile and clothing industry geographic proximity |
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