Title: Dynamic knowledge strategies and industry fusion

Authors: Paul E. Bierly III, Alok Chakrabarti

Addresses: James Madison University, College of Business, Harrisonburg, VA 22807, USA. New Jersey Institute of Technology, School of Industrial Management, Newark, NJ 07102, USA

Abstract: Following a knowledge-based theory of the firm, the authors identify the key elements of a dynamic knowledge strategy, with emphasis placed on the integration of different knowledge areas. Specific attention is focused on boundaryless industries that are being combined with other industries, a condition referred to as ||industry fusion||.

Keywords: knowledge strategy; industry fusion; management of technology; strategic management; organisational learning.

DOI: 10.1504/IJMTM.2001.001394

International Journal of Manufacturing Technology and Management, 2001 Vol.3 No.1/2, pp.31-48

Published online: 02 Jul 2003 *

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