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Innovation in the Canadian textile industry
Innovation in the Canadian textile industry

Author(s): Ajax Persaud, Sona Kollarova
Subject(s): Essay|Book Review |Scientific Life
Published by: Prague Development Center
Keywords: Innovation; textile industry; manufacturing; innovation activities; business strategy

Summary/Abstract: This paper provides a descriptive analysis of the innovation and business strategies of Canadian textile firms. The results show that the textile industry is in a state of decline due mainly to competitive pressures resulting from economic and regulatory changes. The results also show that while the industry recognizes the need for innovation, the current strategies and practices do not seem to be aligned to their strategic goals of fostering innovation.

  • Issue Year: 13/2013
  • Issue No: 2
  • Page Range: 32-48
  • Page Count: 17
  • Language: English
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