performance in context -- Diversity of consumers, product innovation and economic performance -- Schumpeter and the dynamics of … capitalism : the driving force of business innovation -- Reasons for business diversity and their economic importance …

book explores the complex concept of competitiveness between cities. The expert contributors illustrate that innovation is … a prerequisite for increasing urban competitiveness, and highlight the various ways that urban innovation … and competition enhancement, governance to combat global climate change, innovation in urban policy and collaboration …