Abstract
This paper aims to understand why MNCs choose different embedding strategies in standardization based innovation, and how MNCs׳ competitive landscapes evolve alongside the transition of indigenous innovation in China. Using the multiple case study approach based on the interviews and archival data about China׳s mobile standards, we find that MNCs may choose to proactively or reactively embed in China׳s business and institutional systems by aligning their interests with the standard-based indigenous innovation strategy. Although there are high risks in China׳s standardization, MNCs cannot ignore the huge benefits of China׳s mobile market, and may join in this standardization process when they are ensured the government support would sustain.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 890-901 |
Number of pages | 12 |
Journal | Telecommunications Policy |
Volume | 38 |
Issue number | 10 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2014 |
Keywords
- China
- Embeddedness
- Institution
- MNCs
- Standardization
Research Beacons, Institutes and Platforms
- Global Development Institute