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The Development of Taiwan's Personal Computer Industry
| Author | Tain-Jy Chen, Ying-Hua Ku |
|---|---|
| Date of Publication | 2002. 5 |
| No. | 2002-15 |
| Download | 141KB |
Contents Introduction
This paper traces the development path of Taiwan’s personal computer industry. Four groups of firms are identified: decedents of the TV industry in the early 1970s, decedents of the calculator industry in the late 1970s, new entrants that pioneered Taiwan’s PC industry, and follow-up entrants that concentrate on PC peripherals. The technology roots of each group of firms are examined and their roles in the industry are discussed. Vertical disintegration and de-technology are two important strategies that allow small and medium enterprises to play a central role in the industry.