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Industry Clusters and Innovation in the Arab World : Challenges and Opportunities.

Industry clusters promote innovation in the Arab World, through collaboration among businesses, research institutions, and governments. Benefits include the creation and sharing of knowledge, professional networking, access to spill-over knowledge, and specialized talent pools.

Bibliographic Details
Main Author: El Ebrashi, Raghda.
Other Authors: Hattab, Hala., Hassan, Rasha., Bouchra, Nancy.
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Bingley : Emerald Publishing Limited, 2023.
Edition:1st ed.
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Table of Contents:
  • Cover
  • Industry Clusters and Innovation in the Arab World
  • Industry Clusters and Innovation in the Arab World: Challenges and Opportunities
  • Copyright
  • Table of Contents
  • List of Figures and Tables
  • About the Editors
  • About the Contributors
  • Foreword
  • Preface
  • 1. Construction of the National Innovation System in Algeria and Economic Performances: In Search of Action Policies1
  • Abstract
  • Introduction
  • National Innovation System, Capacity Building, and Economic Performance
  • Conceptual Framework of the NIS
  • NIS and Building Learning and Innovation Capacities
  • Innovation at the Heart of Economic Performance
  • NIS in Developing Countries
  • Construction of the Algerian NIS, Capacities, and Economic Performance
  • Research and Innovation Policy
  • Capacities and Innovation Activities
  • R&amp
  • D and Innovation Support
  • Education, Training, and Skills Development
  • Research Staff and Scientific and Technological Production
  • The Interface Between the World of Research and the Industrial Sector
  • Economic Performances
  • Policies of Action in Favor of a Complete NIS in Algeria
  • Note
  • References
  • 2. The Automotive Industry Cluster in Egypt: Cases of German Automotive Companies1
  • Abstract
  • Introduction
  • Automotive Industry Business Cluster
  • Definition
  • Importance
  • Challenges Faced
  • Status Quo and the Way Forward
  • Industry Clusters and Automotive Industry Cluster in Egypt
  • Overview on Industry Clusters in Egypt
  • Automotive Egyptian Industrial Cluster Overview (Actors)
  • Automotive Egyptian Industrial Cluster Overview (Analysis): Diamond Conditions
  • Labor Competitiveness in Industry Clusters: An Emphasis on the Automotive Industry in Egypt
  • Labor Competitiveness: Definition and Importance
  • Overview on Egypt's Labor Competitiveness: Status Quo and Challenges.
  • Technical and Vocational Education and Training as a Main Strategy to Leverage Labor Competitiveness in Egypt
  • Overview on the TVET Sector in Egypt
  • Main Players in the TVET Sector in Egypt
  • The German Experience in Upscaling Egyptian Labor Competitiveness
  • German Interest in the Labor Competitiveness
  • History of German Endeavors in the TVET Sector in Egypt
  • A Two Decade Overview on TVET Sector Reforms in Egypt (2000-2021): Highlights of Milestones and German Experiences to Upsca ...
  • Methodology
  • Design and Key Objectives
  • Sample Identification and Rationale
  • Data Collection Methods
  • Analysis and Results
  • Conclusion, Implications, and Recommendations
  • Conclusion
  • Implications and Recommendation
  • On the Macrolevel
  • On a Mesolevel
  • Considering the Interaction Between Meso- and Macrolevels
  • Note
  • References
  • 3. Knowledge Sharing Mechanisms and Challenges in a Government-Driven Industry Cluster: A Saudi Arabian Case Study
  • Abstract
  • Introduction
  • Literature Review
  • Designing Industrial Districts and Clusters
  • Industry Clusters and Emerging Clusters
  • Actor Interactions and Relationships
  • A Synopsis of the Research's Contextual and Conceptual Framework
  • A Theoretical Framework for the Study of Knowledge Sharing in Emerging Clusters
  • Absorptive Capacity
  • Knowledge of Expertise Location
  • Interorganizational Trust
  • Interorganizational Trust and Social Capital
  • Accessibility
  • Research Context
  • National Context of Saudi Arabia
  • Industrial Cluster Programs in Saudi Arabiaa
  • Methodology
  • Findings of Data Analysis at the (Web Level) and (Firm Level)1
  • Links and Relationships Between Actors and the Type of Knowledge
  • SAM Cluster Knowledge Sharing Mechanisms
  • Firm-Level Knowledge Sharing (Formal and Informal) Mechanisms
  • Cluster Knowledge-Sharing Factors
  • Absorptive Capacity.
  • Knowledge of Expertise Location
  • Interorganizational Trust
  • Social Capital
  • Accessibility
  • SAM Cluster Knowledge Sharing Barriers
  • Discussion of the Findings
  • Factors Affecting SAM Cluster Knowledge Sharing
  • Absorptive Capacity
  • Knowledge of Expertise Location
  • Interorganizational Trust
  • Social Capital and Knowledge Sharing
  • Knowledge Brokers as Social Capital Bonders
  • Accessibility
  • Knowledge-Sharing Barriers in SAM Cluster
  • Implications and Research Contributions
  • Implications of Policy Design and Implementation
  • Research Contributions and Future Studies
  • Note
  • References
  • 4. State-Business Relations, Public Policy, and Industrial Cluster Development in the Arab World
  • Abstract
  • Introduction
  • Theoretical Perspective
  • Public Policy for Industrial Clusters
  • State-Business Relations and Public Policy for Clusters
  • SBR and Industrial Clusters in the Arab World
  • Data and Discussion
  • Conclusion
  • Notes
  • References
  • 5. Application of Porter's Diamond Model: A Case Study of Tourism Cluster in UAE
  • Abstract
  • Introduction
  • The United Arab Emirates: Country Overview
  • UAE Tourism Profile
  • The Diamond Model Theory and Clusters
  • Porter's Diamond Theory to Assess Sources of Competitive Advantage in the Tourism in UAE
  • The Factor Conditions
  • Skilled Workforce
  • UAE Infrastructure
  • The Government Role in Improving the Tourism Sector in UAE
  • The Demand Conditions
  • Related and Supporting Industries
  • Hotel Industry
  • Aviation and Transport Industry
  • Transport
  • Entertainment Attractions and Events Sectors
  • Firm Strategy, Structure, and Rivalry
  • Discussion
  • Implications
  • Countries Benefiting From UAE's Experience
  • Future Research
  • Conclusion
  • References
  • 6. Industrial Clusters and the Five Drivers of Regional Productivity in Egypt
  • Abstract
  • Introduction.
  • The Five Drivers of Productivity
  • Investment
  • Skills
  • Innovation
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Competition
  • Industrial Clusters and Productivity
  • Data and Statistical Methods
  • Data
  • The Hausmann-Klinger Proximity Matrix
  • Method
  • Results
  • Final Comments
  • References
  • 7. Role of Promotion Policies to Stimulate the Dynamics and Innovation of Clusters: The Case of Palestine
  • Abstract
  • Introduction
  • The Palestinian Context
  • Snapshot of Palestinian Clusters
  • Research on Clusters in Palestine
  • Dynamism and Innovation of Palestinian Clusters and the Research Questions
  • Theoretical Background
  • Methodology
  • Answering the Research Questions: Cluster Studies in Palestine
  • The Stage of Development of the Clusters
  • The Institutional Context
  • Can Palestinian Clusters Be Considered Innovative?
  • Success Factors for Palestinian Clusters
  • Cluster Promotion Policies in Palestine
  • Discussion
  • Recommendations
  • Conclusions
  • References
  • 8. The Impact of Cluster Involvement on Supply Chain Sustainability Performance: Introducing the Sustainability/Involvement ...
  • Abstract
  • Introduction
  • Literature Review
  • The Definition of Industrial Clusters
  • Typology of Industrial Clusters Based on Forces of Agglomeration
  • Industrial Clusters Involvement
  • Sustainable Supply Chains
  • Sustainable Supply Chain Performance Measures
  • Analytical Hierarchical Methodology in Supply Chain Sustainability Performance
  • The Effect of Industrial Clusters on Supply Chain Sustainability
  • The Research Problem
  • The Research Methodology
  • Framework Development
  • Structuring the Problem
  • Step 1: Model Development
  • Comparative Judgment
  • Step 2: Operationalization of Variables
  • Step 3: Introducing Smart Village in Egypt
  • Steps 4-5: Item Allocation.
  • Step 6: Create Pairwise Closed-Ended Interview Questions to Assess all Appropriate Items Importance
  • Step 7: Create Likert Scale to Assess all Appropriate Items Performance
  • Priority Analysis
  • Step 8: Calculate Importance Weight Using AHP
  • Step 9: Assessing Cluster Involvement
  • Step 10: Calculating Means for Performance Measures
  • Step 11: Calculating the Sustainability/Involvement Index
  • Discussion and Conclusion
  • Contribution
  • Limitations
  • Future Implications
  • References
  • 9. Role of Universities as Knowledge Creators in a National Innovation System: An Open Innovation Paradigm
  • Abstract
  • Introduction
  • Conceptual Background - National Innovation System
  • Analyzing the Context of Saudi Arabia
  • Importance of Universities - National Innovation System
  • Open Innovation - Scope for Inclusion of Universities
  • Conclusion and Recommendations
  • References
  • 10. Formation of Agricluster on the Priority of Including Small Farms: Case From Egypt∗
  • Abstract
  • Introduction
  • Role of MSMEs in Economic Progress
  • Clustering and the Economics of Competition
  • The Link Between Agri-Industrial Clusters and Growth of Agribusiness
  • Agribusiness Trends
  • Knowledge as a Source of Competitive Advantage for Agribusiness Clusters
  • Cases Studies of Clustering Efforts in Various Regions Around the World
  • Agri-Industry Parks: A Magical Solution for Africa
  • MSMEs in Egypt: Driver for Expected Growth
  • Agribusiness in Egypt: Opportunities and Challenges
  • Study Methodology
  • Research Insights
  • Challenges Facing the Agribusiness MSMEs
  • Impact of Market-Related Issues on the Agribusiness MSME Success
  • Impact of Internal Issues on the Agribusiness MSME Success
  • AIP: Business Models and Inclusive Market Development
  • Limitation and Future Research
  • References.
  • 11. Industrial Clusters: Ambassadors for Regional Development: Case Study of Agadir Agreement∗.

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