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Analysis of barriers and obstacles in knowledge transfer between universities and SME
[Analyse von Barrieren und Hemmnissen beim Wissenstransfer zwischen Hochschulen und KMU]

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  • Markowski, Norbert

    (Department of Economics of the Duesseldorf University of Applied Sciences)

  • Grosser, Katherina
  • Kuhl, Rita

Abstract

Innovations are extraordinary important for the economy of a country. It is necessary that results and modern practices of public organized research are transferred into the industries. This concerns mainly small and medium-sized enterprises (SME), which still hold significant, untapped potential. In this empirical study, 47 companies were questioned on their valuations and experiences in cooperation with universities. Around three-quarters of these companies are working on innovative developments. Universities do not play a prominent role here. Reasons seem to be a lack of knowledge about offerings in the field of research and development as well as bureaucratic structures of universities. Results of this study show that the barriers notified by the companies could be reduced significantly by the implementation of flexible, independent and university-related transfer companies.

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  • Markowski, Norbert & Grosser, Katherina & Kuhl, Rita, 2008. "Analysis of barriers and obstacles in knowledge transfer between universities and SME [Analyse von Barrieren und Hemmnissen beim Wissenstransfer zwischen Hochschulen und KMU]," Duesseldorf Working Papers in Applied Management and Economics 05, Duesseldorf University of Applied Sciences.
    • Handle: RePEc:ddf:wpaper:05
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    Forschung & Entwicklung; Wissenstransfer; KMU; Hochschulen; Research & Development; transfer of knowledge; SME; universities;
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    • A23 - General Economics and Teaching - - Economic Education and Teaching of Economics - - - Graduate

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