Recurring Barriers: Cross Cluster Analysis

  • Gudrun Jaegersberg
  • Jenny Ure
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Abstract

This chapter provides an advance organiser for the cross-cutting analysis of recurring barriers across clusters. It underlines their impact on economic outcomes in clusters and companies, as well as the implications for realising the cluster vision. The chapter highlights the need for an understanding of these recurring scenarios to be more accessible to managers, if the cluster vision is to be realised as a benefit for regions. It underlines the importance of creating the less tangible architecture that facilitates knowledge spillovers, collaboration and strategic alliances, and supporting SMEs that can generate employment and innovation. The chapter highlights the implications for policy, for professional development and for research.

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Authors and Affiliations

  • Gudrun Jaegersberg
    • 1
  • Jenny Ure
    • 2
  1. 1.University of Applied Sciences at ZwickauZwickauGermany
  2. 2.University of EdinburghEdinburghUK

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