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Regional Variations in the Adoption of Computer-Numerically-Controlled Machine Tools by Small Engineering Firms: A Multivariate Analysis

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  • P N O'Farrell
  • R P Oakey

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In this paper those factors that influence the adoption of computer-numerically-controlled (CNC) machine tools by small mechanical engineering firms in three regions: the South East of England, Scotland, and Wales are investigated. Evidence is presented on CNC machine adoption in the three regions. A logistic regression model of the probability of CNC lathe adoption is developed and a regression model of the data of first adoption is calibrated. Welsh firms recorded lower adoption probabilities than firms based in either South East England or Scotland; and Scottish companies adopted some two years earlier than companies in the other two regions.

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  • P N O'Farrell & R P Oakey, 1992. "Regional Variations in the Adoption of Computer-Numerically-Controlled Machine Tools by Small Engineering Firms: A Multivariate Analysis," Environment and Planning A, , vol. 24(6), pages 887-902, June.
    • Handle: RePEc:sae:envira:v:24:y:1992:i:6:p:887-902
    DOI: 10.1068/a240887
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