MNE competence-creating subsidiary mandates

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The influence of Marchian distinction between exploration and exploitation within the MNE(multinational enterprises) affecting the level of R and D in each type of subsidiary (those that are competence-creating versus those that are competence exploiting) is discussed. It is shown that the inter-subsidiary R and D diversity proportionally influences the MNE's growth through acquisition.

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Does international research and development increase patent output? An analysis of Japanese pharmaceutical firms

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The international R&D expansion activities, research capabilities, and patent output of 65 Japanese pharmaceuticals firms from 1980 to 19991 are examined. It was found that firms benefit from international R&D only when they possess existing research capabilities in the underlying technologies.

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Entry mode, organizational learning, and R&D in foreign affiliates: evidence from Japanese firms

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This article examines the research and development activities of multinational Japanese firms with foreign manufacturing affiliates. Topics include how foreign investment is related to organizational learning and the establishment of overseas networks.

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