Direct and indirect network effects: are they equivalent?

Article Abstract:

Network effects can be direct or indirect. The study seeks to distinguish the ways in which direct and indirect effects influence technological standardization. Some changes in the parameters have opposite effects in the two models and some other factors, which are irrelevant under direct effects are central under indirect effects. Compatibility is an issue that has different interpretations.

Study and teaching

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An experimental examination of vertical control and cost predation

Article Abstract:

With increased interest in vertical control as a way to exert market power, research was conducted on whether anti-competitive behavior is observable and if so, is cost predation the effect of that behavior. Results indicate that negative efficiency consequences can be huge.

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Managerial incentives and firm efficiency in the presence of competition for managers

Article Abstract:

Research is conducted on managerial incentives for companies that compete for managers. Findings indicate that the manager-selection effect can lead to increased firm efficiency.

Employee incentives

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