This paper explores the trajectories of three key technologies in Formula 1 racing at the component, firm and system levels of analysis. The purpose is to gain an understanding of the evolutionary forces that contribute to the emergence and survival of dominant designs. Based on archival data...

This paper considers the interplay between technological discontinuities andcompetitive performance. Much of the work on technological discontinuities hasfocused on macro levels of analysis such as industries and technologies ratherthan specific firms. This study uses a historical perspective on...

This paper considers the interplay between technological discontinuities andcompetitive performance. Much of the work on technological discontinuities hasfocused on macro levels of analysis such as industries and technologies ratherthan specific firms. This study uses a historical perspective on...

The study of how organizations segment their markets has traditionally taken a prescriptive and analytical approach. More recently, a number of academics and practitioners have voiced concerns over the evident gap between how such concepts are viewed in theory and how they are applied in...

In the United States research undertaken by Birch (1979) produced the notable finding that firms employing fewer than 20 employees accounted for 66% of all net new jobs in the US between 1969 and 1976. The publication of this study combined with the development of the UK ‘enterprise culture’...

Purpose – In this paper the aim is to concentrate on the impact that various types and combinations of knowledge can have on firms. Design/methodology/approach – After a review of the literature the authors conceptually configure the extant understanding of knowledge over eight...