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IJSTR >> Volume 3- Issue 1, January 2014 Edition



International Journal of Scientific & Technology Research  
International Journal of Scientific & Technology Research

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ISSN 2277-8616



Enhancing Technological Capabilities In The Manufacturing Industry In Developing Countries Through The Exploitation Of Production Strategies

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AUTHOR(S)

Mukasa Norbert

 

KEYWORDS

Index Terms: AMT, Developing countries, Manufacturing strategy, Modeling, Production strategy, Technology growth.

 

ABSTRACT

Abstract: This study undertook to discern the effect the production strategy dimension had on technological growth in a developing country. It utilized robust indicators that measured the penetration of advanced manufacturing technologies in the Ugandan machine tool driven industry. Poor or the lack thereof of comprehensive production strategies had a profound effect on the development of this industry. It modeled the relationships between these indicators and production strategies. The strongest strategic motivation that drove Ugandan firms to invest in advanced manufacturing technologies was its competitive advantage followed by reduction in labor costs. In addition some strategies presented formidable barriers to the adoption and penetration of advanced manufacturing technologies. The study brings to the fore results that contrast with what has been espoused in the developed world. It provides interesting insights into strategies that influence the growth of the manufacturing industry in a typical developing country.

 

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