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The relationship between technological innovations and business cycles in the transition economy of China Wu Xiaobo1, Zhang Chaoqun2, Dou Wei3 2011, 32(1): 1-9 .  Abstract ( 2068 )   PDF (1548KB) ( 2806 )   Abstract: The relationship between technological innovations and business cycles in China’s transition economy is checked. First, existing relevant literature is reviewed to justify the existence of such relationship; second, statistical data is used to show the characteristics of China’s business cycles; third, both GDP and patents data are adopted to explain the relationship between innovations and business cycles on the basis of the literature; fourth, the special transition economy of China is taken as a powerful contextual factor and its effects are studied. It is concluded that technological innovation is the very fundamental cause of business cycles, but institutional innovation is an important conditional factor. Therefore, the recommandations that push forward technological innovation strongly, and make institutions keep pace with are made. Related Articles | Metrics

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The research on the technological innovation efficiency of Chinese industries Xiang Benwu 2011, 32(1): 10-14 .  Abstract ( 2105 )   PDF (849KB) ( 2263 )       Abstract: Based on the knowledge functionfrom endogenous growth theory, the model of trans-log production function is constructed using the stochastic frontier analysis techniqueto estimated the knowledge functionand technological innovation efficiency of Chinese industrieswith two-digit categorical panel data of 31 industries during the periodfrom 1996 to 2007. The main conclusions are as follows: firstly, the innovation efficiency of Chinese industries as a whole is low, secondly, there is significant differenceamong two-digit categorical data of 31 industries, moreover, thirdly, there is no tendency that the innoration efficiency in China raises with the time being. Based on the result of empirical examine, some suggestions on promotingChinese independent innovation were proposed.   Related Articles | Metrics

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Research on innovative capacity of High-tech industry among provinces in China ——Based on the view point of industry agglomeration Zhou Ming, Li Zongzhi 2011, 32(1): 15-21 .  Abstract ( 1949 )   PDF (865KB) ( 2491 )       Abstract: Based on the improvement of classical knowledge production function, a knowledge production function containing R&D and knowledge stack is designed, two factors, namely, knowledge spillover in industry agglomeration and government sustaining strength are introduced. By using the spatial panel data models, the innovative capacity of region high-tech industry is analyzed. The result shows that the knowledge production function containing the R&D and knowledge stack could accurately announce the relationship between input-output in knowledge production and the industry agglomeration in the region with that the knowledge spillover among regions significantly influences the innovation production in regional high-tech industry.   Related Articles | Metrics

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Cooperation and innovation of Japanese enterprises: The investigation from firm-level and project-level Zhang Huayao1, Shi Xiaokun2 2011, 32(1): 22-28 .  Abstract ( 1920 )   PDF (991KB) ( 2631 )     Abstract: By taking Japan’s fast developing period from 60’s to 80’s of last century as the background, the cooperation in innovation activities is focused by analyzing the patenting information of the database of triadic patent families built by OECD. Five Japanese firms and two American benchmark firms are taken as the sample firms. Patents of all over the world of two five-year periods and two single years are also investigated. The results show that Japanese firms have higher cooperation level during their catching-up period, which exhibits an exogenous characteristic. The project-level cooperation trend for patenting in Japanese firms is also higher than that at the world level, which shows that the team work cooperation culture of Japanese firms offers more information sharing in the innovation. The inspiration that China and Chinese firms could draw from is that industrial policies leading to technological cooperation in technical advance should be attached much importance and corporate culture that is beneficial to cooperation should be cultivated. Related Articles | Metrics

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The evolution of enterprise innovation network in the uncertain environment Cheng Yue, Yin Lu, Li Tianzhu 2011, 32(1): 29-34 .  Abstract ( 2040 )   PDF (893KB) ( 2478 )       Abstract: Based on the point that the uncertain environment may have an influence on the evolution of innovation network, starting with the describing uncertain factors of technical environment and market environment, six types of innovation networks, namely shrinking, stability,strengthening, dynamic balance, deflation, and churning have explaned. Then a model has been developed to show the evolution of innovation network. In the end, by taking the emerging technologies as an example, the evolutional process of innovation network, and further along three developing paths of the emerging technologies are presented. They are totally-breakthrough type, market-breakthrough type, and technology-breakthrough type.   Related Articles | Metrics

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The effect of social capital on enterprises’ technical innovative capabilities: An empirical research Lin Jun, Liu Wei, Li Suicheng 2011, 32(1): 35-44 .  Abstract ( 2427 )   PDF (1178KB) ( 2794 )       Abstract: The relationships among social capital, cooperation, and innovative capabilities were investigated based on the investigation of domestic manufacture enterprises. The results show that social capital (structural) has directly impacted on the innovative autonomous capabilities, and has indirectly impacted on the innovative autonomous capabilities through inter-firm cooperation and university-firm cooperation. Social capital (cognitive) has directly impacted on the innovative autonomous capabilities and cooperative innovative capabilities. At the same time, social capital (cognitive) also has indirectly impacted on innovative autonomous capabilities and cooperative innovative capabilities through inter-firm cooperation. Inter-firm cooperation has a positive direct impact on two types of innovative capabilities, and university-firm cooperation has a positive direct impact on the autonomous innovative capabilities. Inter-firm cooperation plays an important role between social capital and innovative capabilities for enterprises. The conclusion might provide guidance for enterprises to promote the innovative capabilities.   Related Articles | Metrics

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The relationship between public R&D investment, technology innovations and productivity growth of rice in China Zhan Jintao1, Chen Chao1, Liao Xiyuan2 2011, 32(1): 45-51 .  Abstract ( 2182 )   PDF (871KB) ( 2518 )       Abstract: Based on the cointegration theory, the dynamic equilibrium relationship between public R&D investment, technology innovations and rice productivity growth for China over the period of 1990-2006 in both long and short terms is demonstrated. The results show that there exist long-term unilateral Granger causality relationship in the presence of cointegration between public R&D investment and technology innovation, and the relationship either between technology innovation and TFP growth, or between public R&D investment and TFP growth is insigniticant. Moreover, Granger causality tests demonstrate that unilateral Granger causality exists between public R&D investment and the change of technology innovation, meanwhile between applied research investment and the change of TFP in the short term, however the change of technology innovation is still not the main reason that promotes TFP growth in the short run, and has no effect on the TFP growth. According to empirical results, relevant explanations are provided at last.   Related Articles | Metrics

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The impact of strategic orientation on the selection of alliance modes Wang Longwei, Li Yuan, Xie En 2011, 32(1): 52-59 .  Abstract ( 2209 )   PDF (870KB) ( 2848 )   Abstract: The change of competitive environment made alliance become an important approach to acquire competitive advantages for firms; however, the high failure rates make it difficult for firms to leverage alliance advantage. Based on strategic orientation and alliance theory, the impact of entrepreneurial and market orientation on the selection of alliance modes is analyzed. Through empirical research based on data collected from 607 Chinese firms, it is found that entrepreneurial orientation is positively related with the technological alliance; market orientation is positively related with the marketing alliance, and there is a reverse U-shaped relationship between market orientation and technological alliance. Related Articles | Metrics

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The impact of strategic orientation on the selection of alliance modes Wang Longwei, Li Yuan, Xie En 2011, 32(1): 52-59 .  Abstract ( 1976 )   PDF (870KB) ( 3088 )   Abstract: The change of competitive environment made alliance become an important approach to acquire competitive advantages for firms; however, the high failure rates make it difficult for firms to leverage alliance advantage. Based on strategic orientation and alliance theory, the impact of entrepreneurial and market orientation on the selection of alliance modes is analyzed. Through empirical research based on data collected from 607 Chinese firms, it is found that entrepreneurial orientation is positively related with the technological alliance; market orientation is positively related with the marketing alliance, and there is a reverse U-shaped relationship between market orientation and technological alliance. Related Articles | Metrics

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The impact of strategic orientation on the selection of alliance modes Wang Longwei, Li Yuan, Xie En 2011, 32(1): 52-59 .  Abstract ( 1725 )   PDF (870KB) ( 2351 )       Abstract: The change of competitive environment made alliance become an important approach to acquire competitive advantages for firms; however, the high failure rates make it difficult for firms to leverage alliance advantage. Based on strategic orientation and alliance theory, the impact of entrepreneurial and market orientation on the selection of alliance modes is analyzed. Through empirical research based on data collected from 607 Chinese firms, it is found that entrepreneurial orientation is positively related with the technological alliance; market orientation is positively related with the marketing alliance, and there is a reverse U-shaped relationship between market orientation and technological alliance.   Related Articles | Metrics

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The process mechanism for enterprise’s strategic transformation in the complex and dynamic environment Deng Shaojun1,2, Jiao Hao2, Feng Zhen2 2011, 32(1): 60-67 .  Abstract ( 2246 )   PDF (1063KB) ( 3216 )       Abstract: As an enterprise adapting the dynamic environment, strategic transformation plays an important role in enterprise sustainable development. Moreover, as a capacity which can alter enterprise’s other capabilities, enterprise’s dynamic capabilities have an important effect on the strategic transformation. Therefore, the process mechanism of strategic transformation is analyzed based on the dynamic capabilities theory. The dynamic capabilities in the context of strategic transformation can be divided into four components including environmental sensing capability, learning and absorptive capability, changing and renewal capability as well as integrating and reconfiguring capability. Then a conceptual model for the relationship among dynamic capabilities, transformational factors and subsequent performance is brought forward. Based on a longitudinal case study, it is shows that (1) the premise and key factor for implementing a strategic transformation successfully under the dynamic environment is to possess the dynamic capabilities matched with the environment, which will affect key elements of strategic transformation and further determine the final performance; (2) The dynamic capabilities will influence the strategic transformation in a continuous and improved way, and as a result, the succeeded transformation can be achieved only through the sustainable and increased dynamic capabilities cultivated by the enterprise.   Related Articles | Metrics

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The evaluation model of science and technology based on relational analysis and empirical study on typical provinces Chi Guotai1, Gu Xuesong1, Wang Wei2 2011, 32(1): 68-78 .  Abstract ( 1887 )   PDF (1157KB) ( 2572 )   Abstract: According to the meaning of scientific development concept, namely, insisting on human-oriented, comprehensive, coordinated and sustainable development, the science and technology evaluation indicators system suited for provinces in China is constructed through the selecting and screening of science and technology indicators. According to the evaluation guidelines which include input of S&T, output of S&T, the influence of S&T on economy, the influence of S&T on society, the maximizing deviations method is used to give weights to each indicator, the grey relational analysis is adopted to give scores to each indicator, an evaluation model is set up based on grey relational analysis. Ward cluster is employed to analyze the regional characteristics of 14 typical provinces in China. The main contributions of the study lie on four aspects: firstly, the science and technology appraising indicator system which represents the meaning of comprehensive, coordinated and sustainable development is sep up to reflect the principle of scientific development view. Secondly, ward cluster is used to find out the non-balance character of China’s regional science and technology development. Thirdly, the maximizing deviations method is employed to give weights to each indicator in order to avoid the randomness caused by ensuring the weights subjectively. Fourthly, the indicator patent authorization amount is adopted to substitute patent authorization ratio to avert from the phenomenon existing in undeveloped regions that both the patent application amount and patent authorization amount are low, however the patent authorization ratio is high. Related Articles | Metrics

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The financial support system for high-tech SMEs’ innovation Qin Jun 2011, 32(1): 79-88 .  Abstract ( 2020 )   PDF (919KB) ( 2688 )       Abstract: In 2006, China brought forward a strategic object that builds an innovative country, the enterprise independent innovation capability is essential for achieving this goal. With the economic development, the financial impact on independent innovation is more and more significant， and financial support to promote enterprise innovation has become an important factor in the development. Based on financial arrangements of China’s independent innovation system construction requirements, the basic theoretic questions, such as innovation function of financial arrangement, existing questions and realization approach, etc are expounded and the solutions are given.   Related Articles | Metrics

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The dominant factors of innovation resource integration: A case study based on Zhejiang province Chen Feiqiong, Ren Sen 2011, 32(1): 89-96 .  Abstract ( 2029 )   PDF (992KB) ( 2347 )       Abstract: Regional innovation is a hotspot of current theoretical research. However, scholars usually do research from the perspectives of industry, institution, culture, and process and pay less attention to the innovation resource integration or evolution. The theories of major schools are consolidated, and the dominant factors of innovation resource integration and the effects of innovation resource endowment on regional innovation capabilities are explored. With the time series factor analysis, following results are found out 1. Human resource factor and physical input factors are the dominant factors of Zhejiang province innovation resources integration; 2. The increment of input in Zhejiang province innovation resource could improve its regional innovative capacities; 3. The innovative activities are witnessing its structural change from government oriented to market driven. Based on these findings, it is suggested that cultivating innovation resource, following the market driven trend in innovation, relying on innovative enterprises, enhancing the cooperation between enterprises and universities, optimizing innovation resource integration should become the focus for the policy makers, so as to make innovation the everlasting engine for Zhejiang province economic development.   Related Articles | Metrics

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The entrepreneurship effect on economic growth in China ——Based on SYS-GMM approach Li Xing 2011, 32(1): 97-104 .  Abstract ( 2099 )   PDF (879KB) ( 2813 )       Abstract: The impact of entrepreneurship on economic growth is examined by using a panel dataset of 29 provinces in China over 10 years. First, an indicator of entrepreneurship is defined as venture entrepreneurship and innovation entrepreneurship. Then it is introduced into the traditional growth regression framework and SYS-GMM is employed to estimate its effect on the economic growth. The area of sowing seeds per capita is used as instrumental variables to identify the causal effect of entrepreneurship on economic growth. The results suggest that entrepreneurship has a significant positive effect on economic growth under the condition that other demographic and institutional variables are under control.   Related Articles | Metrics

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The performance evaluation model and its demonstration of Liaoning provincial department Liu Zhigang, Hu Shuigen, Liu Jing 2011, 32(1): 105-110 .  Abstract ( 1954 )   PDF (853KB) ( 2293 )       Abstract: Research and exploration of performance evaluation at specific levels, departments and projects in all round way is a strategic focus for deepening the performance evaluation of public sectors in China, which is also the necessary and crucial stage for establishing the performance evaluation system based on China’s current national conditions. With the methods of balance score card, 360－degree feedback assessment, key performance indicators and others, the index system for public sectors performance evaluation is built. And by taking Liaoning provincial department as an example, the only output multi-objective analysis of DEA model is used to empirically prove that the system is suitable for China’s public sectors performance assessment. At the same time, quantitative methods are employed to discuss many problems, which exist regularly in current public sectors performance evaluation, such as the index system settings, the role of evaluation main body, and the factors affecting the results. In conclusions and recommendations, three points are emphasized, that is, setting scientific standards for assessment, playing the role of external evaluation, and enhancing the objectivity of the assessment results.   Related Articles | Metrics

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The influencing model of team-based performance appraisal on knowledge sharing Chang Tao1, Liao Jianqiao2 2011, 32(1): 111-121 .  Abstract ( 1939 )   PDF (1042KB) ( 2482 )       Abstract: Based on the literature review, the influencing model of team-based performance appraisal on knowledge sharing is brought forward. The model has been tested by the valid data collected from 813 employees working in 234 work teams. The result implies that team-based performance does not improve knowledge sharing directly, but affects knowledge sharing indirectly through the mediating role of distributive justice perception, interpersonal trust, and team commitment. In addition, team characteristics that consist of task structure of team, ability structure of team members, and team efficacy, as well as procedural justice perception and interactive justice perception moderate the effect of team-based performance appraisal on knowledge sharing. Finally, some suggestions on how to implement team-based performance appraisal more effectively are provided.   Related Articles | Metrics

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The relationship between transactive memory system and team creativity Wang Duanxu, Xue Huijuan 2011, 32(1): 122-128 .  Abstract ( 2151 )   PDF (936KB) ( 2841 )       Abstract: Transactive memory system is a hot issue in the field of team cognitive research. The relationship between transactive memory system and team creativity is examined. The hypotheses are given and following results are found, that is, among the three dimension of transactive memory system (1) Specialization and coordination dimensions are positively related to the team creativity, but credibility dimension has nothing to do with team creativity. (2) Knowledge sharing mediated the relationship between the coordination and creativity. The implications of these results for research and practice were discussed.   Related Articles | Metrics

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Citizen adoption of E-government Services: An empirical study Jiang Xiao1, Ji Shaobo1, 2, Zhong Qiuyan1 2011, 32(1): 129-136 .  Abstract ( 2149 )   PDF (1054KB) ( 2640 )   Abstract: Enhancing citizen adoptionintentionis an important approach for e-government development in China. A model for citizen adoption of e-government servicesin China is construced. The research model is empirically validated based on 630 samples by using structural equation modeling technique. The results showthat: (1) perceived relative advantage and compatibility, self-efficacy play significant roles in citizen’s adoption intention at all three service levels, i.e., basic information, information exchange, and transaction processing services; awareness, trust in government, and perceived trust significantly affectcitizen’sadoption intention at three differentlevels, respectively; (2) the three antecedents of perceived trust are trust in Internet, trust ingovernment, and awareness. Related Articles | Metrics

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The key influencing factors of inter-firm trust Cao Yuling1,2, Li Suicheng1 2011, 32(1): 137-146 .  Abstract ( 1794 )   PDF (1078KB) ( 2462 )       Abstract: Inter-firm trust has an important role in the promotion of inter-firm cooperation. The key factors involving inter-firm trust are explored from the enterprise level. Through the review of literature, the key factors which affect inter-firm trust are organized. Then an element analysis is carried out. On the basis of above analysis, a structural equation model is established and a test is conducted. The research plays an important role in the promotion of inter-firm in China.   Related Articles | Metrics

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The relevance of patent to scientific and technological progress based on the panel data Tang Heng1， Zhang Lei2， Li Jun3 2011, 32(1): 147-152 .  Abstract ( 1962 )   PDF (856KB) ( 2177 )     Abstract: The patent system has becomes an important system for constructing an innovative country. It plays a positive role in promoting scientific and technological progress. However, there is no quantitative research on the interdependent relationship between patent and scientific and technological progress. Ten indicators, including rate of patents granted, number of invention patents granted, patent effective accumulation, etc are selected. By using the method of gray correlation analysis, the relevance of these patent indicators to the scientific and technological progress is quantitatively studied based on panel data. It is concluded that there is a close relationship between patent and scientific and technological progress. It also reveals that different modes of operating patent system have different impact on scientific and technological progress. The relevance of patent to the scientific and technological progress varies with different patent indicators. The conclusion that rate of patents granted has the greatest influence on scientific and technological progress, meanwhile the influence of number of invention patents granted and PCT applications on scientific and technological progress is relatively small is drawn.   Related Articles | Metrics

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The organization mode of supply chain system in a complex products manufacturing cluster Yang Jin 2011, 32(1): 153-160 .  Abstract ( 1847 )   PDF (1204KB) ( 2898 )       Abstract: Based on the characteristics analysis of the design and production processes of complex products and the organization of supply chain system in a cluster, a relevant two-stage organizationmode of supply chain system, which can meet the requirements ofdesign, production, and serviceof complex products in the cluster is proposed. According to the degree of integration, the organization mode of supply chain system in the cluster are divided into the four types, they are strategy level, project level, special product level, and process level. The four types are described and discussed, respectively. Anapplication case of this mode is provided as experimental evidence at the end.   Related Articles | Metrics