Modeling causality between electricity consumption and economic growth in BIS countries
This paper tests the causal relationship between per capita electricity consumption and gross domestic product (GDP) per capita for Brazil, India, Indonesia, China and South Africa for the period 1971–2009. To reach this goal, we use panel cointegration analysis and Granger causality tests.
An assessment of trends in technology use, innovative work practices and employees' attitudes in Europe
Luxury Consumers & Luxury Brand Management in China
Luxury consumption in emerging markets is strongly influenced by Western consumer culture. However, few academic studies have investigated the psychology and behavior of these consumers. China is one of the most important emerging luxury markets.
Rewards and Functionality: Techno-Supply-Push and User-Demand-Pull R&D and Innovation
Purpose - This paper builds upon predominant theories of disruptive innovation and develops a framework for analysis in context of technology-push and end-user-pull interaction.
The Complex Diffusion of Ready-to-wear Fashion in Paris through Networks
Broadly speaking, the structural sociology of creativity and innovation looks
at how network positions generate novel and useful ideas and products.
Recent theories highlight how semi-peripheral actors are more creative and