Clusters of specialized businesses are being promoted around the world, aided by high-profile examples such as Silicon Valley. Using evidence from high- and low-income economies, as well as detailed case studies that show the special conditions behind successful clusters, this book provides a new vantage point on this high-interest topic, making it ideal for students of business location, policy-makers and managers seeking a real-world understanding of clustering.
1. Business Advantage in Clusters2. A History of Clusters3. Location Theory and Clusters4. Counting Clusters5. New Economic Geography6. Cluster Successes7. Clusters in Developing Countries8. Promoting Clusters9. Clusters Lasts Stand