We examine a deregulation of German pharmacists to assess its effects on retail and labor markets. Our theoretical model suggests that firms with high managerial efficiency open more stores per firm and have higher labor demand due to the reform. We find a sharp persistent increase in entry...

In Europe, alternative network operators have rolled out own FTTH networks in numerous regions. They often realise first mover advantages and thus dispose (at least for some time) of superior infrastructures. In comparison to copper infrastructures of incumbent operators, most alternative...

In order to develop thermal power plants operational capabilities to face the new operational challenges of electrical power, in this paper we propose an approach to design operational procedures on a drum boiler of a thermal power plant. The proposed approach uses a coupled system of a...

Regional governments carry out a series of plans to attract firms to the area to stimulate the economic activity. The firms which are enticed to locate at the area are selected according to the characteristics of the regional economy. These firms are expected to operate the production processes...