ABSTRACT
In this work, we apply a systemic approach to the analysis of a particular geographic territory, the industrial district. We are particularly interested in analysing the interaction between the productive-technological environment and the scientific environment by an examination of research contracts and patents. Our analysis shows that R&D activity in the Spanish ceramic tile District Innovation System was mainly conducted by suppliers. Final producers’ innovation efforts were related to non-technological aspects and differentiation.
Disclosure Statement
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ORCID
Daniel Gabaldón-Estevan http://orcid.org/0000-0003-2086-5012
Liney Manjarrés-Henriquez http://orcid.org/0000-0002-9136-5042
F. Xavier Molina-Morales http://orcid.org/0000-0001-9078-4782