Knowledge-based economy is the economy or economic structure based on production, accumulation and utilization of knowledge. With the emergence of knowledge-based economy, the importance to the corporate competitiveness of IP and IP-related activities...
Knowledge-based economy is the economy or economic structure based on production, accumulation and utilization of knowledge. With the emergence of knowledge-based economy, the importance to the corporate competitiveness of IP and IP-related activities has increased.
This paper discuss the issues related to the mode of IP-related activities, including the comparison of SMEs and large firms. Especially, I focus on the role and impact of IP-related activities on innovation and growth of firm in machinery industry. The result of this study can help to set up strategy for supporting firm's technology innovation.