Beschreibung

"This study examines the effect of establishment and cluster characteristics on different cooperation partners in one particular region. Based on a survey in the Nuremberg region, Germany, we estimate a multivariate probit model and confirm other studies, in particular regarding cooperation with R&D institutions. Establishments of the service sector are especially likely to cooperate with local initiatives and networks, a type of cooperation that functional cluster affiliation has no effect on. Cooperation with local authorities is of interest only if establishments are affiliated with a cluster that is of importance to regional policy. Establishments that consider themselves as cluster members are particularly likely to cooperate." (Author's abstract, IAB-Doku) ((en))