Markets, Standards and Information Infrastructure

Shane Greenstein

Chapter 42 in Diamonds are Forever, Computers are Not:Economic and Strategic Management in Computing Markets, 2004, pp 245-269 from World Scientific Publishing Co. Pte. Ltd.

Abstract: AbstractThe following sections are included:Approaching the standardization processDefinitions and distinctionsShort-run analysisMany decision-makers and too many cooksDueling locks-in usersA single chef makes a menu of favorite recipesLong-run analysis: changing the basic recipeTechnological innovation and industry evolutionStandardization and the evolution of the information infrastructureLock-in and control of technical optionsOrganizational innovation or innovation by organizationsStandards development organizationsAppropriate standards?

Keywords: Economics; Computing; Communications; Information Technology; Internet; Markets; Business Strategy (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2004
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