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The challenge of creativity and culture: a framework for analysis with application to Arabian Gulf firms

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As the governments in the Arabian Gulf region privatize and liberalize their economies, the firms in their countries are challenged to develop managerial expertise and to improve competitiveness. Like other firms around the world, these firms must be more creative and innovative if they are to succeed in today's increasingly knowledge-based economy. Based on a review of the literature, this paper includes a conceptual framework that explains how the process of knowledge creation in firms might be moderated by cultural variables. The framework is then applied within the specific context of the culture of the Arabian Gulf, and a number of propositions (Propositions 1-6)(Propositions 1-6)(Propositions 1-6)(Propositions 1-6)(Propositions 1-6)(Propositions 1-6) are developed. The paper concludes with recommendations for researchers and managers.

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  • Rice, Gillian, 2003. "The challenge of creativity and culture: a framework for analysis with application to Arabian Gulf firms," International Business Review, Elsevier, vol. 12(4), pages 461-477, August.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:iburev:v:12:y:2003:i:4:p:461-477
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