The Cluster Growth Methodology and Case Study
Abstract
A methodology for collaborative development of regional economic policy is presented. Based on the systems approach and Porter's Determinant Model, the Cluster Growth Methodology is a process that enhances communication and learning for the participants. It utilizes the collaborative efforts of government, industry and academic organizations to develop effective and timely economic policy. This article reviews the methodology and the conceptual model it utilizes. It then reviews their implementation within the Arizona-Sonora (Mexico) region and how it attempts to gain greater advantage of the North American Free Trade Agreement for regional manufacturing firms. © 2001 Inderscience Enterprises Ltd.
Recommended Citation
H. Nystrom and D. L. Shunk, "The Cluster Growth Methodology and Case Study," International Journal of Manufacturing Technology and Management, vol. 3, no. 1 thru 2, pp. 2 - 14, Inderscience, Jan 2001.
The definitive version is available at https://doi.org/10.1504/ijmtm.2001.001392
Department(s)
Engineering Management and Systems Engineering
Keywords and Phrases
Arizona; collaborative research; industrial clusters; manufacturing; Methodology; Mexico; regional economic development; systems engineering
International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)
1368-2148
Document Type
Article - Journal
Document Version
Citation
File Type
text
Language(s)
English
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Publication Date
01 Jan 2001
