Shows that the clustering of small firms is a traditional feature of manufacturing in Java. Covers core-periphery segmentation of the labour force, especially concerning the employment of women.

Attempts to identify the inter-firm linkages, production techniques and work organization in small and medium-sized enterprises in the carpentry and building sectors in the Mutare region and three smaller towns. Claims that gradually introducing mechanization into small enterprises can enhance...

Studies the impact of flexible specialization on industrial competitiveness and working conditions in two industrial districts, i. e. the shoe industry in the state of Rio Grande do Sul and the autoparts production around the city of Campinas in the state of Sao Paulo. Investigates trends...

Based on a selection of economic, social and political variables, develops a typology of developing countries which can be used to study the impact of new technologies on them as well as to assess their capability to absorb new technologies.

Analyses the nature, and the socioeconomic and employment implications of the restructuring of small and medium sized enterprises manufacturing motor vehicle components in a central region of Argentina. Uses two models in the analysis (just-in-time, just-enough-resources, total quality control,...