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Garment manufacturing in Laos: clustering and technological capabilities

Year: 2011

Type: article

Abstract: This study examines the impact of systemic pillars on technological capabilities in garment manufacturing in Laos. The evidence shows that garment manufacturing employment rose strongly over the period 2000–2006 but has been confined to low value added activities because of low technological capabilities. While acknowledging the importance of employment creation, this work argues that the systemic pillars in Laos must be strengthened for firms to introduce superior technological capabilities to sustain their competitiveness.

Source: Asia Pacific Business Review

DOI: 10.1080/13602381.2011.533507

Authors: Rajah Rasiah, Vanthana Nolintha, Latdavanh Songvilay

Institutions: University of Malaya, Lao Academy of Social and Economic Sciences

Language: English

Topic: Software Engineering and Design Patterns

Subfield: Development

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Decent work and economic growth, Industry, innovation and infrastructure

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W2012390793

FWCI: 6.827

Cites: 68

Cited by: 8

Related to: 10