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Production of commodities by means of processes

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The purpose of this paper is to demonstrate the potential contribution of the flow–fund model to analysing the organisation of production processes by exploring the links with two other levels of analysis: namely, the input–output relations and innovative activity through the development of new knowledge.

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  • Morroni, Mario, 2014. "Production of commodities by means of processes," Structural Change and Economic Dynamics, Elsevier, vol. 29(C), pages 5-18.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:streco:v:29:y:2014:i:c:p:5-18
    DOI: 10.1016/j.strueco.2013.11.002
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    Production processes; Flow–fund model; Innovative activity;
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    JEL classification:

    • D2 - Microeconomics - - Production and Organizations
    • L2 - Industrial Organization - - Firm Objectives, Organization, and Behavior
    • O4 - Economic Development, Innovation, Technological Change, and Growth - - Economic Growth and Aggregate Productivity

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