Identifying Leading Industries in Hamadan Province Using a Foresight Approach

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1 Ph.D Student, Department of Economics, Faculty of Social Sciences, Razi University, Kermanshah, Iran.

2 Associate Professor, Department of Economics, Faculty of Social Sciences, Razi University, Kermanshah, Iran.

3 Ph.D. in Economics, Department of Economics, Faculty of Social Sciences, Razi University, Kermanshah, Iran

Abstract

It is imperative to acknowledge the pivotal role that knowledge and technology play in addressing the multifaceted challenges that confront the world today. Concurrently, there has been a notable shift in industrial policy, which now places greater emphasis on the significance of technology and the unique solutions that vary across different regions. the notion of Leading Knowledge has emerged, underscoring the criticality of selecting one or more specialized fields of knowledge. This strategic approach recognizes the inherent limitations faced by any nation in attempting to invest comprehensively in all domains of knowledge simultaneously. The present investigation was carried out with the objective of ascertaining the Leading Knowledge within the industrial domain of the province of Hamedan. This was achieved through the utilization of the key technology approach and the hierarchical analysis process. Furniture production is the main economic activity in Hamedan province. Hamedan province has water and agricultural land issues. However, it possesses a significant reservoir of tacit knowledge pertaining to furniture production. Consequently, it is advisable to transition from agricultural activities and associated industries to furniture production in the initial stages of Hamedan province's development. Solar energy is important for later stages of industry development.

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  • Receive Date: 12 May 2024
  • Revise Date: 20 August 2024
  • Accept Date: 20 August 2024
  • Publish Date: 22 August 2024

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