B. Bowonder

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B. Bowonder is a distinguished scholar whose research has centered on technology forecasting, innovation management, and the dynamics of industrial competitiveness, with a particular focus on Japan’s technological ascendancy. His seminal work, “Technology forecasting in Japan” (1993), with 18 citations, established a foundational framework for understanding how nations anticipate and shape technological trajectories. Bowonder’s most notable contribution lies in his analysis of the Japanese robotics industry (1994), where he meticulously documented how Japanese firms initially acquired robotics technology from US companies, then dynamically built global competitiveness through strategic globalization, alliances, and relentless innovation. This work highlighted a critical insight: sustainable competitiveness depends not on initial technology acquisition, but on the systematic development of generic skills and adaptive capabilities. Bowonder’s research offers a compelling blueprint for emerging economies seeking to transition from technology followers to leaders. His studies remain influential for scholars and policymakers interested in the interplay between technology policy, industrial strategy, and long-term economic growth.