Innovation And Enterprise:rnthe Foundations Of Developingrnproductivity

摘要

Purpose - This paper aims to examine issues of government policy in creating an infrastructure thatrnsupports innovation and expertise.rnDesign/methodology/approach - The approach is to reflect on trends in global trade and the rolernplayed by governments in supporting such trade.rnFindings - It is shown that Governments do indeed have a crucial role to play but they must tread arnbalanced line between support and over-regulation.rnPractical implications - The paper suggests approaches that governments might adopt to improvernthe support they offer to organisations which wish to be innovative and enterprising.rnOriginality/value - The paper is a useful summary of the role of government in promotingrninnovation and enterprise.