Pattern in Corporate Evolution
Neil M. Kay
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Pattern in Corporate Evolution
by Neil M. Kay
Published
1997
Publisher
Oxford University Press
Pages
319
ISBN-10
0198290470
Description
Questions relating to the existence and nature of firms have become major issues in economics in recent years. The agenda in this area has been largely set by transaction cost economics. This approach has provided a basis for explaining the boundaries and structure of the firm in a variety of contexts. Neil Kay follows the agenda set by transaction cost economics, but he is unique in providing improved explanations of individual phenomena as well as a more general framework for analyzing the nature and behaviour of firms. Graphical analysis of firm strategy and structure forms an integral part of the analysis. The book develops a resource-based perspective of the firm. This in turn provides the foundations for the analysis of the firm as a complex system, in which links composed of shared resources constitute basic building blocks. The evolution of the firm from simple beginnings to complex system is then studied in a number of areas, including vertical integration, diversification, multi-national enterprise, joint venture, alliance, network, and internal organization. Neil M. Kay's analysis advances current theories of the firm and will be essential reading for academics and researchers involved in business economics, strategic management, and organization theory.
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This edition of Pattern in Corporate Evolution has approximately 319 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
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For most readers, Pattern in Corporate Evolution typically takes between 6h 39m and 4h 26m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 79,750 words and common reading speeds.
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Who is the author of Pattern in Corporate Evolution?
Pattern in Corporate Evolution was written by Neil M. Kay.
When was Pattern in Corporate Evolution published?
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