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The Management of Multinational R&D: A Neglected Topic in International Business Research

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  • Joseph L C Cheng

    (The Ohio State University)

  • Douglas S Bolon

    (Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University)

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Despite the growing involvement of multinational firms in foreign-based R&D during the past fifteen years, little research has been done on why and how firms internationalize their R&D and what effects it might have on firm competitiveness. The present paper calls attention to this neglect and seeks to advance the management of multinational R&D as an area of study for international business scholars. To this end, the paper first examines the key contributing factors to increased foreign R&D investments among multinationals. It then reviews the research literature to find out what we presently know about the management of multinational R&D. Finally, a research agenda is proposed to provide a foundation and stimulus for future investigations. Seven research directions are recommended, with an emphasis on interdisciplinary inquiry and a focus on issues that have both theoretical and practical significance.© 1993 JIBS. Journal of International Business Studies (1993) 24, 1–18

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  • Joseph L C Cheng & Douglas S Bolon, 1993. "The Management of Multinational R&D: A Neglected Topic in International Business Research," Journal of International Business Studies, Palgrave Macmillan;Academy of International Business, vol. 24(1), pages 1-18, March.
    • Handle: RePEc:pal:jintbs:v:24:y:1993:i:1:p:1-18
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