Includes bibliographical references (p. [297]-323) and index.

Technology and competitiveness -- The science and technology system -- Organizations and technology in proprietary and managerial capitalism -- Organizations and technology during the periods of 'new competition' and 'systems integration' -- Organizations, technology, and less developed countries : East Asia and Latin America -- National innovation systems -- Sectoral patterns of technological change -- Technology, international investment, and trade -- Networks and alliances -- Globalization of trade, production, and technology.

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