Why do firms aquire technology?: the example of DSM's ammonia plants (1925-1970)

J.W. Rooij, van

doi:10.1016/j.respol.2005.04.008

Why do firms aquire technology?: the example of DSM's ammonia plants (1925-1970)

J.W. Rooij, van

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This article analyses markets for technology from a buyer's perspective: the question why firms acquire technology is the central research question. An in-depth historical case study of a chemical company is confronted with systematic and economic research. The acquisition of complete plants by the particular firm under study is explained and several factors are proposed which may help further research on markets for technology.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	836-851
Journal	Research Policy
Volume	34
Issue number	6
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.respol.2005.04.008
Publication status	Published - 2005

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