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The relationship between FDI technology spillovers and technology innovation: Effect of absorptive capability Zheng Muqiang 2011, 32(3): 1-8 .  Abstract ( 3226 )   PDF (1047KB) ( 2954 )   Abstract: The technology spillover effects of foreign-invested enterprises are investigated, and the relationships between such spillover effects and technology innovation of local enterprises are explored by concerning the effect of absorptive capability. A survey approach is and adopted an empirical analysis is conducted by drawing data from 177 local firms in nine industries located in Fujian and Guangdong Province. After using the SEM to test, the results show that: (1) local enterprises with abundant horizontal spillovers effect (demonstration,competition,labor mobility) will have higher absorptive capability and innovation performance than others that lack one; (2) even if horizontal spillovers effect (forward linkage, backward linkage) positively affects technology innovation, the influence appears to be weak; (3) considering the effect of absorptive capability, FDI technology spillovers play an important role on technology innovation performance of local enterprises. Related Articles | Metrics

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A decision model of inter-organizational knowledge division in the knowledge chain Wu Shaobo1， Gu Xin2， Peng Shuang3 2011, 32(3): 9-14 .  Abstract ( 2336 )   PDF (871KB) ( 2707 )   Abstract： A knowledge division decision model for the knowledge chain’s research and development is constructed. It shows that the development must be undertaken by the agent, and the research can be undertaken either by the core enterprise or the agent. The first order payment under the conditions of full delegation and partial delegation is also analyzed. The model research indicates that the higher the research benefits the core enterprise gains in its technological ability, the more efficiently the knowledge can be transferred from the research phase to the development phase, and the more important the research than the development is, the more likely the core enterprise confines the research in its border. Related Articles | Metrics

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The relationship between interfirm network and exploitative learning and exploratory learning from the perspective of innovation Peng Xinmin1，2 2011, 32(3): 15-22 .  Abstract ( 2577 )   PDF (884KB) ( 2533 )   Abstract: Interfirm network has profound influence on organizational learning. Accordingly, many scholars have conducted a lot of researches on the relationship between interfirm network and exploitative learning and exploratory learning. From the perspective of innovation, the balance modes of exploitative and exploratory learning are analyzed, and then the empirical researches under the network environment on the above-mentioned two kinds of learning, which are the cause, result, and moderate variable for the researches, are sorted and evaluated. And then, the further research direction of the relationship in the future is propoded. Related Articles | Metrics

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Duplicity of R&D, outside technological opportunity and the R&D relationship between industries ——An empirical study based on the panel data of industries in China Sun Huihuang1, He Shufeng2 2011, 32(3): 23-28 .  Abstract ( 3217 )   PDF (1499KB) ( 4131 )   Abstract: Because of the duplicity of R&D, outside technological opportunity may be substituted for firm’s internal R&D, and it may also encourage firm to increase R&D investment so as to enhance absorptive capacity. This paper analyzes empirically the relationship of R&D between industries using the panel data collected from China’s 34 industries from year 1998 to 2006.The empirical results show that the relationship of R&D between industries is complementary as the whole. The further research indicates that the R&D among manufacturing industries has the relationship of substitution, while the R&D among manufacturing industries and non-manufacturing industries has the relationship of complementation Related Articles | Metrics

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The distribution of R&D alliance output Wang Xueyuan1,2, Wang Yalin1 2011, 32(3): 29-35 .  Abstract ( 2295 )   PDF (1034KB) ( 2464 )   Abstract: In order to increase innovation advantage and gain related benefit, alliance members take part in a R&D alliance to make innovative activities together. Alliance output resource quantity and category is the key concern for each alliance member, therefore how to realize the scientific distribution of alliance output becomes one of the most importance tasks for the alliance management. The systematic analysis on distribution problem is conducted from three aspects, namely, general thought of output distribution, distribution method as well as distribution flow design. Meanwhile, alliance output distribution method is affered that is designing basic distribution scheme according to the contribution of each member to alliance output resources, and then giving adjusted scheme by introducing an adjusting coefficient, at last ascertaining final distribution scheme by introducing a preferential coefficient based on the principle of maximizing utility summation in order to push forwards new thought and scientific foundation for enhancing effectiveness of alliance output distribution. Related Articles | Metrics

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The pattern of knowledge transfer based on an IT platform: A case study on the commercial bank’s off-site audit system Qian Jin, Zhang Gang, Wang Yufeng 2011, 32(3): 36-42 .  Abstract ( 2197 )   PDF (999KB) ( 2688 )   Abstract： Based on the current research of binary classification on knowledge transfer, since explicit and tacit knowledge are mutually tolerated in the real life, and knowledge transfer is a process in which the explicit and tacit knowledge intimately mingle together. Therefore the simply binary classification may not be proper and a new perspective to explore the pattern of knowledge transfer based on an IT platform is needed. Through a case study on the off-site audit system of China Construction Bank, a model for auditing knowledge transfer based on the commercial bank’s off-site audit system is constructed, the characteristics and advantages of the pattern of knowledge transfer based on an IT platform are analyzed, the obstacles during the implementation are pointed out and some relevant measures are put forward. Related Articles | Metrics

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The service quality of certification agencies on relationship quality Zhang Suxian1,2, Su Qin1, Song Yongtao1, Cui Yanwu1 2011, 32(3): 43-50 .  Abstract ( 2404 )   PDF (998KB) ( 2559 )   Abstract: In the context of certification industry, the impacts of the service quality of certification agencies on relationship quality are studied. Based on four dimensions of service quality (process service capability, process interactive quality, potential service capability, and outcome quality) and three dimensions of relationship quality (cooperativity, adaptability and atmosphere of connection), the model of impacts of service quality of certification agencies on relationship quality is constructed. An empirical study involving 721 enterprises shows that process service capability and outcome quality have significant influence on the relationship quality, while process interactive quality and potential service capability have not significant impact on the relationship quality. Finally, some recommendations are proposed for certification agencies in order to improve their service quality and remain good relationship with their clients. Related Articles | Metrics

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Evaluation model for large and medium-sized industrial enterprises’ technological innovation capability based on factor analysis method Ning Lianju， Li Meng 2011, 32(3): 51-58 .  Abstract ( 3850 )   PDF (956KB) ( 4119 )   Abstract： Innovation is not only the source of an enterprise’s progress, but also the inexhaustible power of its prosperity. The indicators on the evaluation of large and medium-sized industrial enterprises’ technological innovation capabilities are advanced, and a model based on factor analysis method is established. The model is verified by an example of large and medium-sized industrial enterprise, it is shown how to make use of this model to objectively evaluate their technological innovation capabilities and employ quantity indicators to compare themselves with other enterprises. And the key factor that is the most related with the enterprises’ innovation is found out. The research provides more scientific technological innovation policies for enterprises promoting technological innovation capabilities and is in response to the call on building an innovation-oriented country. Related Articles | Metrics

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Approaches for the promotion of technology management capability of enterprises Wu Weiwei, Yu Bo， Yang Ying 2011, 32(3): 59-66 .  Abstract ( 2236 )   PDF (1082KB) ( 2634 )   Abstract: In the era of knowledge based economy, technology management capability becomes the key for enterprises to achieve competitiveness. The approaches for the promotion of technology management capacity are studied based on fitness landscape theory. The results show that the effect of technology management capability on enterprise performance is closely related to the maturity and configuration of technology management capability elements; technological life cycle exerts great influences on the promotion for the technology management capability; and approaches for the promotion of technology management capability are different in different stages of technological life cycle. The approaches in different stages of technological life cycle and the whole technological life cycle are analyzed, and it is pointed out that the enterprise should take appropriate measures to promote technology management capability according to its situation. Related Articles | Metrics

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A literature review on external technology standards Deng Zhou 2011, 32(3): 67-76 .  Abstract ( 2175 )   PDF (940KB) ( 2459 )   Abstract: The externality theory is the starting point for the economic research on Technology Standard (TS), and the latter is enriched after the emergence of network industries. Since 1980’s, overseas research has been focused on the attributes, the formation mechanism, the efficiency of TSand the standard strategies, etc. The research for next step shall be devoted to improve the economic system of TS andexpand the theoretical applied fields. Comparatively, some basic cognitive problems of TS still exist in China. What is more, a lot of studies have been done on phenomena while the research on regularities is only a few.   Related Articles | Metrics

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Empirical survey of pay system for scientists, engineers, and technicians —Taking cities of Xuzhou, Yangzhou, and Changzhou in Jiangsu Province as examples Wu Xianhua1, Guo Ji1, Chen Tao2 2011, 32(3): 77-90 .  Abstract ( 2320 )   PDF (914KB) ( 2979 )   Abstract: The degree of satisfaction of scientists，engineers, and technicians is closely related to the paysystem， which consequently determines theirefficiency in their work. Based on the survey data collected through the project “Survey of Income Gap among Scientists， Engineers and Technicians in Jiangsu Province and Policy Suggestions” fundedby 333 program sponsored by the Organization Department of Jiangsu provincial party committee， the pay system status of scientists，engineers and technicians from north area of Jiangsu province (with Xuzhou city as subject of the study)， middle area of Jiangsu province (with Yangzhou city as subject of the study) and south area of Jiangsu province (with Suzhou city as subject of the study) is analyzed. The factors, such as gender， regions， which have influence on pay system of scientists， engineers, and technicians， are compared. Finally， revealing conclusions are drawn from the study and corresponding policy suggestionsare proposed. Related Articles | Metrics

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The relationship among pay equity, personality traits, and job satisfaction Wang Bingcheng 2011, 32(3): 91-100 .  Abstract ( 2522 )   PDF (1003KB) ( 2636 )     Abstract: Using personality traits as moderate variable, external pay equity and internal pay equity as independent variable, a research structure is constructed. And then the effect of these dimensions on employees’ job satisfaction is discussed based on the survey of the full-time employees in three state-owned hospitals in Weifang City of Shandong Province. According to 221 effective questionnaires, the software of SPSS15.0 and AMOS7.0 is used to test the correlation, reliability, and then the method of hierarchical regression analysis is used to test the model. It is revealed: (1)external pay equity and internal pay equity have the significant impact on the job satisfaction of employees; (2)among the big five personality traits, only conscientiousness has the significant moderate effect on the relationship between the pay equity and the job satisfaction, and the rest of four personality traits do not have the significant moderate effect; (3)the effects of gender, age, educational level, and grade-level on job satisfaction are not significant. Related Articles | Metrics

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The evolution path and mechanism of core competence for an academic team: From the view of resources integration Ma Weihua1, Xu Zhi2, Xiao Dingding2 2011, 32(3): 101-107 .  Abstract ( 2320 )   PDF (1057KB) ( 2628 )   Abstract: Based on the view of resource integration, the growth path and intrinsic mechanism of core competence for an academic team are logically deduced through analyzing the team development course of academician Chen Kefu. The study finds that the core competence of academic team can be summarized as four stages, namely, insight into technical requirements and academic frontier, recognition and acquisition of technology and knowledge resources, formation of new resource by deriving, activating and merging, and applying integration resources to create value. There are four corresponding stages of resource integration; are resource judgment, recognition and acquisition, allocation and application. Finally, the pyramid model of growth course and mechanism of core competence for a academic team are brought based on the view of resource integration. Related Articles | Metrics

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Member-selection decision in VTIT based on multilevel extendible comprehensive evaluation Wang Xiaohong, Zhang Baosheng, Chen Hao 2011, 32(3): 108-112 .  Abstract ( 2662 )   PDF (1667KB) ( 2615 )   Abstract： Virtual Technology Innovation Team (VTIT) is an emerging scientific research organization crossing space, time, and organizational boundaries. It is a product of the research activity complication and cross-integration, and the network information age. Member selection is a basic issuein the establishment and operation of VTIT, which is an evaluation of science and technologytalents in essence. According to features and requirementsof VTIT, the membersselection system is separated into degree three dimensions, that is, individual capacity,coordination ability, and match adaptation in order to construct the evaluation indexes system, and establishmultilevel extendible comprehensive evaluationmodel by using the matter element methodin extenics, the model provids a decision-making method for VTIT member selection.   Related Articles | Metrics

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The influence of R&D team members’ multi-dimensional loyalty on helping behaviors:An empirical study Bao Gongmin, Qian Yuanyuan 2011, 32(3): 113-120 .  Abstract ( 2120 )   PDF (888KB) ( 2487 )   Abstract: The employee loyalty is classified according to three bases, namely, affective, continuance and normative and four foci, namely, organization, team supervisor, and profession. Based on the social exchange theory and the principle of compatibility, the influence of R&D team members’ loyalty with multi-bases multi-foci on both problem-solving and knowledge-sharing helping behaviors is empirically explored. It is found that the affective and normative loyalties to team and profession have influence on both kinds of helping behaviors positively, while continuance loyalties to team and profession have influence on both kinds of helping behaviors negatively. Meanwhile, affective organizational loyalty has positive effect on knowledge-sharing helping behavior and normative supervisory loyalty has negative effect on problem-solving helping behavior. Related Articles | Metrics

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Effect of goal orientation in team on innovative climate and innovation performance Zhang Wenqin, Wang Ying 2011, 32(3): 121-129 .  Abstract ( 2358 )   PDF (890KB) ( 3318 )   Abstract: Effective teams are important cornerstones of successful organizations, especially for those organization operating in dynamic environments. Based on the preliminary conclusions derived from the research on the Goal Orientation (GO) theory, a theoretical model in which the team climate (TC) were included is proposed to examine the relationship between the GO and innovation performance. Seventy teams including 70 team leaders and 352 team members are investigated. Empirical results show that the dimensions of team GO and leader GO have different effect on the team innovation performance, and TC play a partially mediative role on this effect; team learning GO and leader avoiding failure GO have cross-effect on the innovation performance. Limitations and suggestions for future research are discussed.   Related Articles | Metrics

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In re bilski: Rebirth or death of business method patent Li Xiaoqiu 2011, 32(3): 130-136 .  Abstract ( 2481 )   PDF (868KB) ( 2759 )   Abstract: It has always been a controversial topic on whether or not business method (BM) is patentable. The historical evolution of BM patentability standard and typical cases in US, as well as the enlightenments and suggestions to China are studied. Research results showed that US Supreme Court redenied genesis of business method exception, mean while reaffirming BM patentability for the demand of industry development and national interests. Further study found that BM patent system in China is insufficient. It is proposed that this practice could be introduced from US in order to establish a feasible Chinese BM patent system in the implementation process of our national intellectual property strategy.   Related Articles | Metrics

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The risk free returns in contracted enterprises with supply chain financing Bai Shaobu1，2, Liu Hong1, Kong Jin1 2011, 32(3): 137-144 .  Abstract ( 2268 )   PDF (963KB) ( 2938 )   Abstract: As a new banking service, the supply chain financing is an effective preliminary tool to marketization small and medium-sized enterprises’ financing. In accordance withthe cooperation between enterprisesof a supply chain, a model of risk-free returns contracts between different entities in asupply chain is built. Based on the model, the loan limit and its highest interest rate agreed upon by both the bank and the enterprises is investigated, the circumstances under which a risk-free contract can be signed among constituents in the supply chain is analyzed, and the incentive relations among enterprises’ effort levels, the interest rate of loan and the loan limit are propoded. Research findings indicate that as the source of loan repayment, the future economic returns of a supply chain project are pertinent to not only the original state of the project, but also the effort levels of the constitutive enterprises, whose joint efforts are the guarantee of the total benefit of the supply chain, hence the corporate earnings could be maximized. Related Articles | Metrics

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A nonparametric real option decision model based on the minimum relative entropy method Lv Shiyu, Liu Beishang, Qiu Wanhua 2011, 32(3): 145-149 .  Abstract ( 2454 )   PDF (989KB) ( 3023 )   Abstract: Based on the polynomial option pricing model, a multi-stage nonparametric real option model for venture capital evaluation is established by introducing the minimum relative entropy theory. Empirical analysis shows that the model can effectively reduce the subjective impact since it helps us to draw the conclusion in light of the information collection of risk project rather than parameter hypothesis, which is a standard way for most of the pricing models proposed in the past. Related Articles | Metrics

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The impact of transformational leadership on knowledge integration： using employee trust as a mediative variable Zhang kejun, Liao jianqiao, Zhang pengcheng 2011, 32(3): 150-158 .  Abstract ( 2379 )   PDF (924KB) ( 2732 )   Abstract: Few scholars touch on the impact of leadership style to knowledge integration. The definition of knowledge integration proposed by Nahapiet and Ghoshal is developed into knowledge donation and knowledge combination. Then, a empirical analysis is carried out to explore the mechanism of transformational leadership to knowledge integration, which is mediated by employee trust. The results show that transformational leadership has a significantly positive effect on knowledge integration and employee trust; employee trust plays a partial mediative role between transformational leadership and knowledge integration; employee trust is remarkably positive related with both knowledge donation and knowledge combiniation; employee trust and knowledge combination is partially mediated by knowledge donation. Through a data analysis, it is also found that transformational leadership and employee trust have greater explanation degree on knowledge donating than that of knowledge combining. Related Articles | Metrics

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Reviewing mechanism for the assessment of high-risk exploratory research projects in science foundation Wang Yue1,2， Li Xiaoxuan1， Zheng Yonghe3 2011, 32(3): 159-164 .  Abstract ( 2333 )   PDF (949KB) ( 2890 )   Abstract: Several typical reviewing mechanisms for the assessment of high-risk exploratory research projects in famous foreign science funding agencies are compared and analyzed. On this basis, combined with the actual conditions of National Nature Science Foundation of China, an interactive heuristic reviewing mechanism is proposed. This mechanism relies on a special forum，by means of instant argument and confrontation between applicants and reviewers, the projects that are worth supporting are identified. This interactive heuristic reviewing mechanism overcomes the shortcoming of traditional peer review mechanism when it is used to identify exploratory pioneering projects often conservativeness falls vacant. The proposed mechanism could become a complementary and extension mechanism for peer review. Related Articles | Metrics