ABSTRACT
The second chapter considers new process diffusion in the form of new or improved technology, and the transmission of knowledge or technical expertise (Thomas, 1999, 2000). This is investigated in terms of technology diffusion, technology transfer, a model of technology diffusion (Thomas et al., 2001, 2004, 2006) and the importance of these activities for new process diffusion and business partnerships (Thomas et al., 2013).
