The Acquisition of Firm Technological Capabilities in Mexico's Open Economy, The Case of Vitro

摘要

This case study explores the evolution of Vitro technological effort as a response to the export orientation of the Mexican economy. It includes a brief analysis of Vitro's competition in the glass market, this company's technology strategy prior to the opening of market, and the evolution of this strategy as a result of opening of the markets. The study also includes the presentation of a conceptual framework, in which Vitro as a case study is analyzed, and an empirical section, aimed at assessing the evolution of Vitro's technological capabilities.