Routledge Regional Economics of Technological Transformations

Explore the complex landscape of Industry 4.0 and servitisation through this academic study on European regional economics. This book offers a deep look at how technological transformations impact socio-economic structures across Europe, with a specific focus on the regional dimension of these changes. Using original data and quantitative methods, the authors analyze technological shifts across all regions of the 27 EU countries and the UK. This research provides a clear view of current trends and their implications for the future of Europe and global economic policy. The text is organized into four distinct parts, beginning with conceptual definitions and empirical measurements to build a strong foundation for understanding technological change and its expected impacts.