Is Bangalore the Silicon Valley of Asia?
Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to present the case of Bangalore, the capital of Karnataka, a state in the South of India, which is the centre of this research project. Design/methodology/approach – Starting with a summary of the theoretical context of this district, the paper considers the informationalism paradigm. Then, it analyzes in depth the context of Bangalore, with the analytical session devoted to the institutional actors involved and their relationships, heart of the entire system. In the final part, the paper attempts to give meaning to the identity of Bangalore, and also it investigates its future sustainability, both economic and social. Findings – The paper finds that Bangalore is not the Silicon Valley of Asia. According to the district literature, each district has its own specific and unrepeatable features. Originality/value – It is useful as an analytical expedient to study specifically the district of Bangalore itself, its evolution and its characteristics.
Year of publication: |
2010
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Authors: | Collato, Federica |
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Journal of Indian Business Research. - Emerald Group Publishing Limited, ISSN 1755-4209, ZDB-ID 2498367-6. - Vol. 2.2010, 1, p. 52-65
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Publisher: |
Emerald Group Publishing Limited |
Subject: | India | Computer software | Human capital | Cluster analysis |
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