Wirtschaftspolitische Beratung unter Wertabstinenz

Ohne ZusammenfassungDer Gedankengang dieses Aufsatzes wurde vom Verfasser Ende 1965 vor dem Post-Doctoral Research Seminar von Prof. W. Isard (University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia) zum ersten Mal vorgetragen. Mit den dort angeregten Änderungen wurde das Manuskript in vorläufiger Form veröffentlicht unter: H. Zimmermann: The Treatment of Imprecise Goals: The Case of Regional Science, Preliminary Draft, Regional Science Research Institute Discussion Paper Series, No. 9, Philadelphia 1966. Für die kritische Durchsicht dieses Artikels dankt der Verfasser insbesondere den Professoren H. Albert, G. Colm, R. A. Gakenheimer, K. H. Hansmeyer und G. Schmölders sowie seinem Kollegen Dr. G. Engelhardt. Eine der wichtigsten Anregungen bestand darin, den Anwendungsbereich vom speziellen Gegenstand der Regionalpolitik auf den allgemeinen Beratungsfall auszudehnen. Die Weiterführung des regionalpolitischen Aspekts, insbesondere der Zieldiskussion (s. u., §§ 2 und 3), findet sich in: H. Zimmermann: Öffentliche Ausgaben und regionale Wirtschaftsentwicklung, Veröffentlichungen Veröffentlichungen der List Gesellschaft, erscheint in Kürze.     

EU vor der Zerreißprobe – wie sieht die gemeinsame Zukunft aus?

In the midst of the EU’s current “polycrisis “, several serious dangers threaten the future of Europe’s unity. The looming Brexit vote as well as the refugee crisis and–above all–the rise of nationalistic, right-wing extremist parties demonstrate the fragility of the EU. One of the EU’s fundamental problems is its institutional design in general. In particular the role of the European Central Bank is not fit for the challenges of the time. Moreover, the EU is facing disintegrative pressures while simultaneously pursuing moves towards deepening the Union as a reaction to the multiple crises. Against this background, it is highly likely that differentiation within the EU will increase. Deeper cooperation among small groups of member states will likely increase efficiency but may also reduce transparency, accountability and cohesion within the EU. If handled well, differentiation may also open new pathways for cooperation with the EU’s neighbours and accession countries. The foundation for a fresh start in Europe is the Franco-German relationship, as only these two Member States together can prevent Euroscepticism from spreading even further and the new radical right from taking control of Europe.     

Technological unemployment in industrial countries

Using annual data on 21 industrial countries from the period 1985 to 2009 and a large number of controls, this paper empirically analyzes the impact of technological change on unemployment. As proxy for technological change, it uses the ratio of triadic patent families to population. According to the regression results, an increase in technological change substantially increases unemployment over 3 years. There is no long-term effect, though. The results are robust to both endogeneity and numerous variations in specifications. They support theoretical contributions according to which faster technological progress may increase unemployment, at least during a transition period.     

Welche Rolle können Biokraftstoffe im Verkehrssektor spielen?

Biofuels have been the only alternative fuel which has substantially contributed to supplying transport with energy. Biofuels enjoyed broad support, but now they have come under criticism. In order to obtain answers to the question of what role biofuels could play in the future fuel mix, the following aspects are analysed: competing uses of scarce biomass and biofuels; sustainability of biofuels, standards and certification schemes; types and availability of biofuels; potentials for bioenergy and biofuels; and the technical compatibility of biofuels with vehicles. Finally, preconditions and necessary policy measures for the increased deployment of sustainable biofuels are examined.     

Gemeinkostencontrolling bei interdependenten Leistungstransfers auf Basis von ?QUATTRO“?

Probleme des Gemeinkostencontrolling bzw. des Kostenstellencontrolling werden in der Literatur überwiegend in Form jeweils isolierter Ist-Sollvergleiche und Abweichungsanalysen unter Bezugnahme auf die Prim?rkosten behandelt.     

The potentials of augmented reality in supply chain management: a state-of-the-art review

Management Review Quarterly - This paper examines the potentials of augmented reality (AR) technology in supply chain management (SCM) and logistics. Specifically, we provide an overview of the...