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This study explores the intricate relationship between taxation policies and new product development (NPD) from an operational management perspective. The primary objective is to comprehensively analyze and interpret existing scholarly works to develop a nuanced understanding of how taxes influence firms' innovation behavior and performance throughout the NPD lifecycle. A qualitative research methodology is employed, involving defining the research scope, identifying relevant literature, data collection, analysis, and interpretation. Through a systematic literature review, key insights are synthesized, revealing the significant impact of tax incentives on firms' innovation activities. The findings highlight the role of tax incentives in stimulating R&D investments, fostering innovation, and enhancing firms' competitiveness in the marketplace. The study also identifies challenges such as regulatory uncertainties and global tax competition, which firms must navigate to effectively leverage tax incentives and drive sustainable growth. Overall, the research contributes to advancing theoretical understanding and managerial practice by shedding light on the complex relationship between taxes and NPD, offering valuable insights for policymakers, practitioners, and researchers alike.
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Laibson, D. (1997). Golden Eggs and Hyperbolic Discounting. The Quarterly Journal of Economics, 112(2), 443–477. https://doi.org/10.1162/003355397555253
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Maskus, K., & Penubarti, M. (1995). How Trade-Related Are Intellectual Property Rights? Journal of International Economics, 39(3–4), 227–248. https://doi.org/10.1016/0022-1996(95)01361-3
Mert, M. (2022). The Impact of Tax Policies on New Product Development during the COVID-19 Pandemic. Journal of Innovation Management, 9(1), 34–49. https://doi.org/10.1108/JIM-09-2021-0255
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Patel, K., et al. (2023). The Role of Tax Planning in Firms' Financial Performance. Strategic Management Journal, 44(8), 1223–1245. https://doi.org/10.1002/smj.3345
Petrin, A., & Train, K. (2010). A Control Function Approach to Endogeneity in Consumer Choice Models. Journal of Marketing Research, 47(1), 3–13. https://doi.org/10.1509/jmkr.47.1.3
Porter, M., & van der Linde, C. (1995). Toward a New Conception of the Environment-Competitiveness Relationship. The Journal of Economic Perspectives, 9(4), 97–118. https://doi.org/10.1257/jep.9.4.97
Saxenian, A. (1994). Regional Advantage: Culture and Competition in Silicon Valley and Route 128. Harvard University Press. https://doi.org/10.4159/9780674041595
Scherer, F. (1984). Innovation and Growth: Schumpeterian Perspectives. The MIT Press. https://doi.org/10.2307/2231738
Schumpeter, J. (1934). The Theory of Economic Development. Harvard University Press. https://doi.org/10.4159/9780674071271
Scott, W. (2008). Institutions and Organizations: Ideas, Interests, and Identities. Sage Publications. https://doi.org/10.4135/9781452204956
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Smith, J., et al. (2023). Tax Policy Changes and Firms' Innovation Activities: Evidence from Longitudinal Data. Journal of Economic Behavior & Organization, 183, 319–335. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jebo.2022.11.023
Wang, H. (2022). Tax Policies and New Business Enterprises: An Empirical Analysis. Journal of Taxation, 94(3), 123–137. https://doi.org/10.2139/ssrn.3548718
Wang, L., & Zhang, G. (2023). Lean Principles in New Product Development Processes: A Case Study Analysis. International Journal of Production Economics, 244, 107834. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijpe.2022.107834
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