Offshoring—the transfer of an industrial activity abroad—has become a fact of life for business. But it is also … the potential loss of domestic jobs. This groundbreaking report provides new insights into the phenomenon of offshoring …. First, the report defines offshoring in detail, allowing readers to see the many ways that industrial activity—both in …

Globalisation is quickly reshaping the international economic landscape, resulting in an increasing global supply of … science and technology (S&T) resources and capabilities. This book analyses trends in the offshoring of R&D, examines its … science, the growing importance of international technology co-operation and the growing international mobility of researchers. …

systems, acknowledging the benefits of international exposure to prepare students for a globalising economy as well as the …