Process Knowledge and Industrial Development: A Response to "Breakneck"
By
paulpauper
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Summary
The author reflects on their poor track record of delivering promised book reviews, while recommending Dan Wang's "Breakneck" and responding to Henry's post about the book. The piece focuses on the concept of "process knowledge" in industrial development, using an improv "yes, and..." style to build upon existing discussions about manufacturing, industrial policy, and the tacit knowledge required for technological development.
Key quotes
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I find myself wanting to respond in true improv theatre 'yes, and …' style to Henry's most recent post about Breakneck, which looks at the importance of 'process knowledge' in industrial development
So why not buy it, and then you can feel informed and make clever comments when my post comes out (or feel smug when you finish it and I still haven't written the thing)
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