| ID | 096226 |
| Title Proper | Patent propensity in small technology-based firms |
| Other Title Information | evidence from Zhongguancun science park |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Yang, Delin ; Li, Xibao ; Chen, Jiagui |
| Publication | 2010. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | Using a survey administered in Zhongguancun Science Park in Beijing, China, this paper investigates the impact of R&D personnel-related intellectual property management practices on the patent propensity of small technology-based firms. It is found that R&D personnel-related management practices, including training and reward mechanisms, are effective in enhancing a firm's willingness to patent. In particular, we find that reward mechanisms can negatively moderate the effect of size on a firm's willingness to patent. One implication that emerged from the analysis is that a small firm can counteract its size disadvantage in patenting by introducing a well-developed reward mechanism. |
| `In' analytical Note | China and World Economy Vol. 18, No. 1; Jan-Feb 2010: p.99-116 |
| Journal Source | China and World Economy Vol. 18, No. 1; Jan-Feb 2010: p.99-116 |
| Key Words | Innovation Surveys ; Patent Propensity ; Reward Mechanism ; Science Park |