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The importance of social innovations in the knowledge-based economy in the context of footwear sector solutions
The importance of social innovations in the knowledge-based economy in the context of footwear sector solutions

Contributor(s): Katarzyna Ławińska (Editor), Małgorzata Jabłońska (Editor)
Subject(s): Economy, Business Economy / Management, Socio-Economic Research
Published by: Wydawnictwo Uniwersytetu Łódzkiego
Keywords: knowledge-based economy; Footwear and Clothing Industry; Social Innovation Development
Summary/Abstract: The prepared scientific monograph entitled The importance of social innovations in the knowledge-based economy in the context of footwear sector solutions is an attempt to further exemplify social innovations by identifying real links between social need and a specific good, service, method and process, in the context of solutions used in the footwear industry. Poland is one of the leading European footwear manufacturers, ranking 7th in terms of production volume in the EU, with a market share of 2.5%. In addition, strong competition is observed in the industry, which is conducive to the emergence of new innovations. The work contains theoretical and practical references to innovations in the industry, such as examples of modifications of footwear materials that have been used in business practice, and their measurable effect is to improve the comfort of using footwear. The authors refer to the environmental aspects of innovation, indicating the directions of utilization of production residues of the footwear and tanning industry, including composites, granules, and biostimulants for plants. The subject matter taken up in the monograph is an important contribution to the development of further scientific research covering the footwear industry and its importance in developing social innovations in Poland and the world. Based on the obtained research results and statistical data analysis, we attempted to outline the prospects for the development of social innovations in the footwear industry until 2050. The book can be an interesting study for practitioners and theoreticians, particularly for scientists representing disciplines such as economics and finance, management sciences, materials engineering, or entrepreneurs looking for opportunities to finance innovation in various areas.

  • E-ISBN-13: 978-83-8331-402-0
  • Print-ISBN-13: 978-83-8331-401-3
  • Page Count: 292
  • Publication Year: 2024
  • Language: English
Introductory Notes

Introductory Notes
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The Importance of Social Innovation in the Knowledge-based Economy

The Importance of Social Innovation in the Knowledge-based Economy
(The Importance of Social Innovation in the Knowledge-based Economy)

Footwear Innovation to Improve the Comfort of Use

Footwear Innovation to Improve the Comfort of Use
(Footwear Innovation to Improve the Comfort of Use)

Utilisation of Production Residue from the Footwear and Clothing Industry

Utilisation of Production Residue from the Footwear and Clothing Industry
(Utilisation of Production Residue from the Footwear and Clothing Industry)

Lower limbs. Ontogenesis, anatomy, deformations

Lower limbs. Ontogenesis, anatomy, deformations
(Lower limbs. Ontogenesis, anatomy, deformations)

Social and Economic Benefits Assessment in Terms of Social Innovation

Social and Economic Benefits Assessment in Terms of Social Innovation
(Social and Economic Benefits Assessment in Terms of Social Innovation)

Conclusion

Conclusion
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