THE DEVELOPMENT OF CAPABILITY FOR TACKLING R-AND-D ISSUES IN SMALL COMPANIES - A CASE OF A CNC-CONTROLLER MANUFACTURER IN TAIWAN

摘要

This study attempts to clarify the question of how we should observe the growth of R&D capabilities in Taiwan's small companies. It examines the local characteristics of SMEs' (Small and Medium-sized Enterprises) R&D activities and argues the inadequacy of applying western theories directly in the unique environment of Taiwan. A new premise of how to conduct the observation is proposed. A case study is administrated in a small firm of CNC control boxes manufacturer to illustrate the adequacy of this premise. The implications of this case and its theoretical generalization for observation of SMEs' R&D capabilities are discussed. [References: 21]