Knowledge Transfer Mechanisms Involved In The Reactive Production Capacity Of The Jalisco, Mexico, Cluster Of Electronic Manufacturing

Abstract

The development of the electronic manufacturing cluster in Guadalajara, Jalisco, has become one of the most important spearheads of Mexicos industrial strategy. The knowledge transfer process in the region has enabled the growth of global supply chains by making them more agile, adaptable, and aligned in order to meet the requirements of technological products whose demand remains highly uncertain. The reactive capacity of supply chains towards market conditions has increased local competitiveness with lower labor costs compared with operations in other parts of the world. Through a review of literature related to supply chain and knowledge management, in addition to the analysis of case studies and industry reports, it is possible to identify some conditions that have empowered the development of knowledge and some mechanisms by which it has been transferred inside the cluster. The importance of understanding the knowledge transfer inside the cluster lies in its potential to be applied to other sectors or regions.