Innovative German technology in sub-Saharan Africa: Where is it used?

Schneider, Christian P., (2023). Innovative German technology in sub-Saharan Africa: Where is it used?. International Journal of Technology Management & Sustainable Development, 22(3), 245-273

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    Author Schneider, Christian P.
    Title Innovative German technology in sub-Saharan Africa: Where is it used?
    Appearing in International Journal of Technology Management & Sustainable Development
    Volume 22
    Issue No. 3
    Publication Date 2023-12-31
    Place of Publication Bristol
    Publisher Intellect
    Start page 245
    End page 273
    Language eng
    Abstract Germany has the largest economy in Europe, and currently the fourth largest in the world. It is also the most innovative country as measured by patent registrations. Technology transfers originating in Germany are therefore highly innovative and have a great potential to positively impact the economic situation in other countries as well. As the patents are generally held by businesses, it is commonly assumed that the logic of transferring technologies across borders also follows and economic motive. Here, this motive is questioned in a quantitative analysis, showing what determined the selection of destination country for German businesses looking to transfer their technology. It is shown that, contrary to common perception, the primary motivation is developmental, not economic. This is in line with international political declarations and calls for more (and more effective) international technology transfer. Furthermore, the best way to support international technology transfer is through the presence of German experts providing support in manifold ways to those businesses interested in international transfers.
    UNBIS Thesaurus TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER
    AFRICA
    GERMANY
    DRIVERS
    Keyword barriers
    hurdles
    Copyright Holder The Author(s)
    Copyright Year 2023
    Copyright type All rights reserved
    ISSN 1474-2748
    DOI https://doi.org/10.1386/tmsd_00077_1
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