The role of alliances in leveraging national local content policies for firm competitiveness

摘要

>This study investigates the role of alliances in leveraging local content policies (LCPs) for firm competitiveness. In international markets where competition is strong, firms that are part of a group may demonstrate a higher level of competitiveness. Analysis of Kazakhstani firms over two periods, 2009 and 2013, before and after implementation of the local content policy outlines the importance of alliances as a conduit of knowledge and resources.