Interfirm networks and search-transfer problem: the role of geographic proximity

Purpose This paper represents an empirical study of how geographic proximity influences the search advantage and the transfer problem of interfirm networks. Design/methodology/approach By using the data collected from 226 Chinese manufacturing firms, this study examines the proposed hypotheses. Findings The authors’ findings suggest that (1) geographic proximity is an important antecedent for promoting knowledge transfer, whereas it lowers the...