Reconsidering the Effects of Tacit Knowledge on Knowledge Spillovers

2011 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anamaria Maftei
Keyword(s):  
Tacit Knowledge ◽  
Knowledge Spillovers

scholarly journals The Paper Trail of Knowledge Spillovers: Evidence from Patent Interferences

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 278-302 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ina Ganguli ◽  
Jeffrey Lin ◽  
Nicholas Reynolds
Keyword(s):  
Tacit Knowledge ◽  
Knowledge Spillovers ◽  
Matched Control ◽  
Common Knowledge ◽  
Geographic Distance ◽  
Local Area ◽  
Knowledge Flows ◽  
New Method ◽  
Show Evidence ◽  
Localized Knowledge

We show evidence of localized knowledge spillovers using a new database of US patent interferences terminated between 1998 and 2014. Interferences resulted when two or more independent parties submitted identical claims of invention nearly simultaneously. Following the idea that inventors of identical inventions share common knowledge inputs, interferences provide a new method for measuring knowledge spillovers. Interfering inventors are 1.4 to 4.0 times more likely to live in the same local area than matched control pairs of inventors. They are also more geographically concentrated than citation-linked inventors. Our results emphasize geographic distance as a barrier to tacit knowledge flows. (JEL D83, O31, O33, O34)

scholarly journals Tacit knowledge, localization push, and diffusion of science: Evidence from Singapore

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Albert G Z Hu ◽  
Vu Thinh Ly
Keyword(s):  
Tacit Knowledge ◽  
Patent Protection ◽  
Knowledge Spillovers ◽  
Basic Research ◽  
Knowledge Diffusion ◽  
Public Institutions ◽  
Journal Articles ◽  
Using Data ◽  
And Diffusion ◽  
Science Evidence

Abstract We propose localization push, as an alternative to tacit knowledge, to explain the localization of knowledge diffusion. Sponsors of scientific research enact policies and create institutions for locally-produced knowledge spillovers. We hypothesize that localization necessitated by tacit knowledge renders the local diffusion of such knowledge more productive than distant commercialization. However, this is not the case when the localization push is the primary reason for the localization. We empirically investigate the hypothesis using data on knowledge diffusion in SingaporeOur main findings are as follows: (1) The diffusion of basic research, measured by journal articles cited in patents, is localized, but this is almost exclusively accounted for by Singaporean public institutions; (2) Local patents citing papers authored by Singaporeans are less significant than foreign patents citing such papers; and (3) Singaporean public patent applicants are more willing to seek multijurisdiction patent protection despite the ineffectiveness of their commercialization efforts.

scholarly journals INTERNATIONAL SPILLOVERS, KNOWLEDGE ACQUISITION AND TRANSFER AMONG JAPANESE FIRMS IN THE UNITED STATES

2012 ◽  
Vol 14 (3) ◽  
pp. 535-557 ◽  
Author(s):  
Qingyan Shang ◽  
Jessie P. H. Poon
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
Product Development ◽  
Knowledge Acquisition ◽  
Tacit Knowledge ◽  
Knowledge Spillovers ◽  
The United States ◽  
Applied Science ◽  
International Spillovers ◽  
Japanese Firms ◽  
The Us

In this paper, we investigate (i) the relationship between international spillovers and knowledge acquisition, and, (ii) intra-firm subsidiary-to-parent transfer of technology among Japanese firms in the United States. Using a survey of 185 firms, probit regressions reveal that R&D personnel and market power significantly influence the acquisition of knowledge associated with basic and applied science and product development. Tacit knowledge that resides in customers, and skilled personnel are effective sources for exploitation of international knowledge spillovers. Participation in seminars and conferences also enhances the acquisition of applied science. Firms that rely on codified sources are unlikely to acquire any knowledge. This research also confirms other authors’ findings that subsidiary autonomy facilitates knowledge acquisition. In addition, knowledge in product development is most likely to lead to vertical intra-firm transfers while applied scientific research only results in the transfer of R&D capability. Scientific team visits from the US to Japan support subsidiaries’ transfer of R&D capability but teams sent from Japan to the US adversely affect transfers. Overall, our results suggest international spillovers are predominantly associated with the acquisition of tacit knowledge, and intra-firm transfers are most effective in the context of knowledge acquired in applied research and product development.

Managerial Tacit Knowledge

1991 ◽  
Author(s):  
Richard K. Wagner
Keyword(s):  
Tacit Knowledge

Tacit Knowledge Management at the Kenya Institute for Public Policy Research and Analysis

Mousaion ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 36 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Omwoyo Bosire Onyancha ◽  
Gladys Njeri Mungai ◽  
Henry Nyabuto Kemoni
Keyword(s):  
Public Policy ◽  
Knowledge Sharing ◽  
Tacit Knowledge ◽  
Policy Research ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Intangible Asset ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Public Policy Research ◽  
Observation Methods ◽  
Tacit Knowledge Sharing

Tacit knowledge is seen as difficult to be shared in an organisation owing to its intuitive, versatile and practice-based nature. Consequently, tacit knowledge is not well-understood or valued in most organisations and more so in public institutions. The purpose of the study was to investigate how the Kenya Institute for Public Policy Research and Analysis (KIPPRA) manages tacit knowledge as an intangible asset and also to recommend a framework or model for the management of tacit knowledge for a competitive advantage and development at the KIPPRA. The study adopted a qualitative research approach, with interviews and observation methods constituting the primary data collection methods. The study targeted 60 employees of KIPPRA consisting of researchers, young professionals, heads of divisions, a knowledge manager and administrative staff. The qualitative data collected were organised, categorised and reported verbatim. Among the key findings were that KIPPRA has the capacity for tacit knowledge sharing, capture, transfer and storage that have not been capitalised on. Further, employees experience challenges such as the identification and understanding of tacit knowledge, access to tacit knowledge sharing platforms, access to expertise with specific tacit knowledge, tacit knowledge hoarding, individualism, and ICT-related challenges in accessing tacit knowledge. Finally, the study recommends the adoption of a proposed framework for managing tacit knowledge at the KIPPRA.

DIFFUSION OF INNOVATIONS, KNOWLEDGE SPILLOVERS AND ECONOMIC GROWTH OF THE REGIONS OF KAZAKHSTAN: MUTUAL IMPACT

THE BULLETIN ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 3 (385) ◽  
pp. 151-159
Author(s):  
L. S. Spankulova ◽  
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M. A. Kaneva ◽  
Z. K. Chulanova ◽  
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...  
Keyword(s):  
Economic Growth ◽  
Diffusion Of Innovations ◽  
Knowledge Spillovers

The Technology and Knowledge Spıllover Effects of FDI on Labour Productıvıty—Evıdence from Medıum-Hıgh Industry in Malaysıa

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 110-110
Author(s):  
Norhanishah Mohamad Yunus ◽  
Noraida Abdul Wahob
Keyword(s):  
Developing Country ◽  
Multinational Corporations ◽  
Knowledge Spillovers ◽  
Labour Productivity ◽  
Spillover Effects ◽  
International Technology Transfer ◽  
Technology Acquisition ◽  
Productivity Function ◽  
Short Run ◽  
The Cost

A plethora of studies have revealed the importance of new knowledge transfer from foreign multinational corporations (MNCs) in encouraging higher labour productivity and sustainable competitive advantages. However, less attention is given to low labour productivity issue despite the presence of FDI, especially in the developing country context. Most of the studies only heavily emphasised on 'technology' effects rather than 'knowledge' effects on the host country as a result of the presence of foreign technology. As Malaysia is one of the major FDI recipients in Southeast Asia, the specific spillover effects of each FDI investor country in Malaysia, need to be studied. With an abundance of MNCs, international technology transfer is considered as an imported mode for technology acquisition in a developing country like Malaysia. However, the benefits of FDI spillovers on labour productivity function in Malaysia remain ambiguous, even when classified according to specific investor countries. Globalisation and liberalisation have seen trade and investment activities booming, thus increasing multilateral relations between Malaysia and other countries regardless of their level of development. Thus, this study may help the Malaysian government to justify the cost that should be invested to attract more FDI inflows towards the manufacturing industries in the short run. Keywords: spillover effects, Foreign Direct Investment, labour productivity, technology spillovers, knowledge spillovers

Tacit Knowledge in Military Leadership: Some Research Products and Their Applications to Leadership Development.

1998 ◽  
Author(s):  
Joseph A. Horvath ◽  
Jennifer Hedlund ◽  
Scott Snook ◽  
George B. Forsythe ◽  
Robert J. Sternberg
Keyword(s):  
Leadership Development ◽  
Tacit Knowledge ◽  
Military Leadership
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