pt. 1. Overview -- pt. 2. How are social networks relevant for technological entrepreneurship? : an overview of the literature and methodological options -- pt. 3. The role of social networks in the creation and development of knowledge-intensive sectors in Portugal and Italy -- pt. 4. Strategic and policy implications
Summary
In this book, the authors illustrate how social networks can play a very significant role in the technological catch up process in moderate innovative countries. Using an innovative approach to the study of entrepreneurship in knowledge-intensive sectors, the book analyses the role of social networks in the access and deployment of the variety of competences and resources required for the successful creation of knowledge-intensive companies, which has not yet been studied sufficiently in this context
