Author: | Collinson, S. |
Title: | Knowledge networks for innovation in small Scottish software firms |
Journal: | Entrepreneurship & Regional Development
2000 : JUL-SEP, VOL. 12:3, p. 217-244 |
Index terms: | KNOWLEDGE NETWORKS SOFTWARE SCOTLAND |
Language: | eng |
Abstract: | This paper examines the emergence of small indigenous software companies in Scotland, focusing on the strengths and weaknesses of the region's socio-economic infrastructure as a foundation for innovative new business ventures. Following a brief review of some of the accepted wisdom of high-tech start-ups and regional economic development the paper provides some background information on the Scottish region. |
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