Table 6.

Summary table on establishing technological leadership

Advantage mechanismFormal measuresIntermediate actionsInformal measures
Establishing technological leadershipFiling patentsDiplomatic activity to influence regulatory standardsLaunching technological firsts
Sample performanceTwo early movers as outperformers, and one early mover, 2 fast followers and one slow follower with noteworthy performance
Altogether six cases out of 20 worth highlighting (30%)
Seven early movers, two fast followers and one slow follower with relevant experience
Altogether ten cases out of 20 worth highlighting (50%)
Nine early movers and four diligent followers claiming to be more active in this regard than their main rivals
Altogether 13 cases out of 20 worth highlighting (65%)
Source: Compiled by the authors

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