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Co-evolution and networks adaptation

Cartier, Manuel; Colovic, Ana (2007), Co-evolution and networks adaptation, DRUID summer conference (Danish Research Unit for Industrial Dynamics) : "appropriability, proximity, routines and innovation", 2007-06, Copenhague, Danemark

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Communication / Conférence
Date
2007
Conference title
DRUID summer conference (Danish Research Unit for Industrial Dynamics) : "appropriability, proximity, routines and innovation"
Conference date
2007-06
Conference city
Copenhague
Conference country
Danemark
Pages
29
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Author(s)
Cartier, Manuel
Colovic, Ana
Abstract (EN)
What is the role of co-evolution in the adaptation of a population of firms to a hostile environment ? To answer this question, we revisit network sociology starting from Kauffman s biological computer model. We apply a qualitative methodology to update exploitation and exploration mechanisms in nine Japanese interfirm networks. From these results, this article draws a typology of the adaptation forms, distinguishing pack, migratory, herd and colony networks.
Subjects / Keywords
Sociologie des organisations; Réseaux d’entreprises
JEL
L14 - Transactional Relationships; Contracts and Reputation; Networks
M12 - Personnel Management; Executives; Executive Compensation
M54 - Labor Management
Z13 - Economic Sociology; Economic Anthropology; Social and Economic Stratification