New Economy entrepreneurs: making the decision to stay in Australia or relocate overseas

本研究考察了澳大利亚的信息和生物科学技术企业家以及有关其业务所在地的决策过程。人们普遍担心，在新经济产业的背景下，澳大利亚在世界经济中的地位越来越边缘化。该研究考察了新经济行业企业家的社会特征、企业家所处的不同类型的社会网络，以及这些网络如何为企业的区位决策提供信息。更广泛地说，这项研究将澄清关于新经济动态的理论争论，并将为澳大利亚更明智的公共政策提供基础。

This study examines information and bioscience technology entrepreneurs in Australia and the decision-making process concerning the location of their businesses. It arises from widespread concern that Australia's place in the world economy has become increasingly peripheral in the context of New Economy industries. The study examines the social characteristics of entrepreneurs in New Economy industries, the different types of social networks in which entrepreneurs are embedded, and how these networks inform locational decisions. More generally, the study will clarify theoretical debates about the dynamics of the New Economy, and will provide a basis for more informed public policy in Australia.