The Internationalization of U.S. Manufacturing: Causes and Consequences Contributor(s): National Research Council (Author), Division on Engineering and Physical Sci (Author), Board on Manufacturing and Engineering D (Author) |
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ISBN: 030904331X ISBN-13: 9780309043311 Publisher: National Academies Press OUR PRICE: $47.50 Product Type: Paperback Published: February 1990 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Business & Economics | International - Economics |
Dewey: 382.456 |
LCCN: 90062810 |
Physical Information: 0.22" H x 6.06" W x 9.02" (0.30 lbs) 77 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: On the basis of discussions and analysis of the current environment for international competition, this book was written to dispel misconceptions regarding the motivating forces behind internationalization and, therefore, to improve understanding of both the challenges and the opportunities of a global market and production base. Important consequences of internationalization for both manufacturers and national policy are described. The volume provides an assessment of what it takes to be successful as manufacturers and as a nation in the international competitive environment. |