Document Type : Research Paper

Abstract

Regional Innovation System (RIS) is a new approach formed in the 1990s following the evolution of the approaches and theories of regional development. It encompasses a system where the firms have interaction with regional actors in order to achieve interactive learning and innovation. This assists to the dynamic regional development and competitiveness by promoting the innovative capacities of the firms in the region. This article aims to analysis the role of intra-regional networks in promoting innovation capacities of the firms in Tabriz Metropolitan Region. In order to achieve such goal, a survey method was employed. A documentary and librarian method was also applied for studying the existing theoretical principles and approaches in this field. Besides, stratified sampling method was used for determining the sample size.
Findings show that the intensity of intra-regional networking has a significant role on the interactive learning and innovation of the firms. In addition, proximity to the customers and suppliers network is one of the determinant factors in the promotion of innovation capacities of the firms in the region. Whilst institutional environment and supporting resources of knowledge such as universities and R&D institutes have minimal impact on innovative capacities of the firms. Finally further studies for deeper understanding of the subject are recommended.
 

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