The measurement of technical efficiency: a neural network approach |
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| Authors: | Daniel Santín Francisco J Delgado Aurelia Valiño |
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| Institution: | 1. Department of Applied Economics VI , Complutense University of Madrid;2. Department of Economics , University of Oviedo |
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| Abstract: | The main purpose of this paper is to provide an introduction to artificial neural networks (ANNs) and to review their applications in efficiency analysis. Finally, a comparison of efficiency techniques in a non-linear production function is carried out. The results suggest that ANNs are a promising alternative to traditional approaches, econometric models and non-parametric methods such as data envelopment analysis, to fit production functions and measure efficiency under non-linear contexts. |
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