Citation

Zervos V, Swann GMP. Def. Peace Econ. 2009; 20(1): 27-42.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2009, Informa - Taylor and Francis Group)

DOI

10.1080/10242690701833183

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

This paper analyses the extent and character of product innovation in defence technologies where there are strong network effects, but where there is not a generally accepted system of open standards. Specifically, we examine the implications for innovation from the development of network-centric defence agencies accompanied by the creation of system integrators in the defence industry. The results show that although these developments are expected to have a number of positive impacts, such as enhanced security and gate-keeping of the relevant technologies, they are also likely to have an adverse effect on the available variety of new defence products.