Mastering innovation in china: 2016 : insights from history on china's journey towards innovation

Joachim Jan Thraen uses insights from history to provide a fresh perspective on Chinaℓ́ℓs potential transition towards a global innovation leader. He applies historical evidence from countries like the United States, Germany, and Japan in the 19th and 20th century and builds on results from four case studies to reveal key strategies that firms can utilize to leverage China as a global hub of innovation. Chinaℓ́ℓs large market, strong manufacturing networks, increasing R & D capabilities, and a government strongly supporting innovation provide unique opportunities for new forms of innovation driven by efficiency, rapid commercialization, and large volumes. Managers that understand Chinaℓ́ℓs innovation trajectory and adjust innovation strategies accordingly will achieve greater success in mastering innovation in China as a foundation for global competitiveness. Contents ℓ́Ø Innovation in China: Developing at Different Speeds ℓ́Ø The Historical Perspective: Lessons from the Past ℓ́Ø Case Studies ℓ́Ø Recommendations on Managing Innovation in China Target Groups ℓ́Ø Researchers and students in the fields of innovation and R & D, management and strategy, economic history, East Asia studies, and public policy ℓ́Ø Executives and consultants in innovation and strategy management The Author Dr. Joachim Jan Thraen holds a PhD in management from the University of St. Gallen, Switzerland. He currently works on innovation and strategy projects for a global industrial company Joachim Jan Thraen uses insights from history to provide a fresh perspective on Chinaĺls potential transition towards a global innovation leader. He applies historical evidence from countries like the United States, Germany, and Japan in the 19th and 20th century and builds on results from four case studies to reveal key strategies that firms can utilize to leverage China as a global hub of innovation. Chinaĺls large market, strong manufacturing networks, increasing R & D capabilities, and a government strongly supporting innovation provide unique opportunities for new forms of innovation driven by efficiency, rapid commercialization, and large volumes. Managers that understand Chinaĺls innovation trajectory and adjust innovation strategies accordingly will achieve greater success in mastering innovation in China as a foundation for global competitiveness. Contents ĺØ Innovation in China: Developing at Different Speeds ĺØ The Historical Perspective: Lessons from the Past ĺØ Case Studies ĺØ Recommendations on Managing Innovation in China Target Groups ĺØ Researchers and students in the fields of innovation and R & D, management and strategy, economic history, East Asia studies, and public policy ĺØ Executives and consultants in innovation and strategy management The Author Dr. Joachim Jan Thraen holds a PhD in management from the University of St. Gallen, Switzerland. He currently works on innovation and strategy projects for a global industrial company Front Matter....Pages I-XV Introduction....Pages 1-29 Research Design....Pages 31-43 Historical perspective on innovation in China....Pages 45-70 Practical relevance of historical perspective....Pages 71-76 Empirical findings....Pages 77-131 Synthesis: integrating the historical perspective....Pages 133-138 Theoretical and managerial implications....Pages 139-149 Conclusion....Pages 151-156 Back Matter....Pages 157-174