Complexity and industrial clusters

This volume presents the proceedings from the international conference "Complexity and Industrial Clusters: Dynamics and Models in Theory and Practice," organized by Fondazione Comunita e Innovazione in Milan on June 19-20, 2001, under the auspices of the Accademia Nazionale dei Lincei, one of the world's oldest scientific academies. The Fondazione promotes research and knowledge dissemination on social, economic, cultural, and civil issues, focusing on local production systems and industrial districts. Key areas of interest include the interactions between large companies and SMEs, the impact of industrial districts on community development and welfare, and the effects of globalization on local production systems. Established in Milan in 1999, the Fondazione supports studies, publications, and events, collaborating with corporations, research institutes, foundations, associations, and universities. It also provides scientific sponsorship for research aligned with its mission. The founding member is Edison, with other historical members including Ausimont, Tecnimont, Eridania, Accenture, and PricewaterhouseCoopers.