A systemic view on knowledge-based development metrics. (1st January 2012)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Titze, Mirko; Schwartz, Michael; Brachert, Matthias
• Is Part Of: International journal of knowledge-based development. Volume 3:Number 1(2012)
• Page Start: 35
• Page End: 57
• Publication Date: 2012-01-01
• Subjects: innovation systems -- knowledge-based development metrics -- patent applications -- publications -- R&D projects -- input-output relations; Knowledge management -- Periodicals; City planning -- Periodicals; Information technology -- Social aspects -- Periodicals; 307.116
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2040-4468

Abstract

Drawing on the systems perspective of innovation processes, this article proposes a conceptual approach for a comprehensive analysis of regional knowledge generation and transfer. Instead of focusing on one single indicator, the approach emphasises the importance to take multiple channels of knowledge transfer into account. This provides valuable insights into the spatial structure of innovation processes on different levels. We disentangle the innovation process and consider four different layers: 1 publications in peer-reviewed journals 2 patent applications 3 formal R&D collaboration projects 4 localised input-output relations. Further, we demonstrate the relevance of the 'multi-layer approach' by applying it empirically to a specific regional innovation system: The Free State of Saxony – a federal state in Germany. We argue that the approach could be a valuable tool to inform policy makers about knowledge-based regional development strategies.