Open AccessApplying the Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) Approach to Assess an Area-Based Innovation System in Thailand
Author(s) -
Suwadee Thongsukplang Hansasooksin,
Nij Tontisirin
Publication year - 2018
Publication title -
nakhara : journal of environmental design and planning
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2651-2416
DOI - 10.54028/nj2018156376
Subject(s) - analytic hierarchy process , hierarchy , process (computing) , regional innovation system , scale (ratio) , business , knowledge management , innovation system , process management , human capital , industrial organization , computer science , regional science , engineering , operations research , economic growth , geography , economics , cartography , market economy , operating system
This paper examines the criteria that is significant in building an area-based innovation system in Thailand. The Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) questionnaire was distributed to experts in the area of urban planning, development, and policy studies. They assessed and prioritized indicators that could shape the innovation system on a regional scale. The study found that enhancing human capital, innovation collaboration, innovation capability, cultural/knowledge resources, and innovation capacity is more important, rather than focusing on physical infrastructure development. This implies that major elements for an area-based innovation system in Thailand highly depend on citizen, institutions, and linkages across sectors.