Abstract Paper aims This paper aims to create propositions that would be a guide the future construction of an industrial policy capable of rebuilding the Brazilian automotive industry (IAB) through the creation of demand by scrappage policy. Originality This paper is based on more than 470 IAB representatives’ answers, C-Level/Senior Executives, converting experience and empiric perspectives in scientific knowledge. Research method Hypothetical-Deductive research were conducted applying survey as procedure and Delphi Method as technique, using electronic tools to collect data, combining quantitative and qualitative approaches in statistical data analysis. Main findings Were identified a consensus among IAB representatives and literature evidences about scrappage policy as an engine regarding sustenance of automotive industry and the need for rules that guide national competitiveness key factors. Implications for theory and practice The paper theoretical and practice implications are provide subsidies to future sectorial policies based on empirical experience of more than 470 IAB representatives.

Abstract Paper aims This article presents the development and results of research carried out to know the modus agendi of a Regional Triple Helix and measure the intensity of the presence of a set of factors proposed as determinants of its existence and consolidation. Originality This is an unprecedented contribution to research in TH, as it investigates how much an established regional reality matches the pattern of a modus agendi and a set of determining factors of its existence and consolidation. Research method The inductive basic research method was adopted, with qualitative and quantitative approach, exploratory and descriptive objective and field research, applying the e-Delphi method. Main findings A high degree of misalignment of perceptions was identified among respondents and the existence of a Triple Helix that is still consolidating. Implications for theory and practice The relevance of this article is corroborated by the unprecedented application of the calculation of three statistical indicators (CVI-h; CV; IR) in the e-Delphi method. Another important contribution of this research lies in the fact that it investigates the level of alignment of the modus agendi of a TH, with a set of determinant factors that indicate the existence and consolidation of this development.

Abstract Paper aims To present the performance and contributions of a business incubator that acts as a link between the members of an industrial cluster and a higher education institution that acts in the field of engineering. Originality Most articles focus on incubators from the point of view of internal activities, the nature of incubation processes, and financing intermediary programs for nascent businesses. This work aimed to broaden the traditional approach of the academic constructs researched on the role of business incubators by bringing the contributions of one of the largest Brazilian business incubators to the formation and development of an industrial cluster. Research method The results represent the extract from a case study. The inductive method of basic research with a combined approach is applied for exploratory and descriptive purposes, using documentary analysis and field research. Main findings This paper addresses a successful integration between an engineering school and the business environment through its incubator while summarizes the trajectory of this incubator, and highlights, among other contributions to the local industrial cluster, the significant survival rate of its graduated companies. Implications for theory and practice Coordinated actions among members of the triple helix model are evidenced in this paper and may form the basis for similar experiments involving government agencies, educational institutions and the industrial environment.

The production of knowledge depends on objective and subjective elements it occurs in structured environments and in interpersonal relations, is interfered with the power of institutions and people's ability to collect contributions from different areas of knowledge. This complexity is part of the charms and challenges in research, teaching and extension in Tourism. In this study, we sought to first conduct a survey of theses and dissertations in graduate programs in the State of Rio de Janeiro. The second step consisted of identifying and prioritizing the most important aspects that interact and operate the system for creating, learning and application of knowledge produced in post-graduate programs that have tourism as an object of study. For this step Brazilian experts were consulted in research in tourism: group leaders, program coordinators, experienced tutors. As a result, it was the identification and prioritization of Critical Factors that if well managed and well maintained, enhance the chances of success in tourism research. They can contribute to improve the institutional reviews, whether internal and / or external, and reduce the degree of artificiality and imitation in relation to other areas of knowledge.

La producción de conocimiento depende de elementos objetivos y subjetivos, se produce en ambientes estructurados y en las relaciones interpersonales y sufre la interferencia del poder de las instituciones y de la capacidad de las personas para recolectar contribuciones de diferentes áreas. Esta complejidad forma parte de los atractivos y los desafíos de la investigación, la enseñanza y la extensión en turismo. En este trabajo primeramente se realizó un relevamiento de la producción de tesis y disertaciones de programas de posgrado del Estado de Rio de Janeiro. La segunda etapa consistió en la identificación y jerarquización de los aspectos más importantes que interactúan y actúan en el sistema de creación, aprendizaje y aplicación de conocimiento producido en los cursos de posgrado en los cuales el turismo es su objeto de estudio. Para esta etapa se consultaron especialistas brasileños en investigación en turismo: líderes de grupos, coordinadores de programas y orientadores experimentados. Como resultado se logró la identificación y jerarquización de los Factores Críticos que se son bien administrados y bien cuidados y potencian las posibilidades de éxito en la investigación en turismo. Pueden contribuir a mejorar las evaluaciones institucionales internas y/o externas y disminuir su grado de artificialidad y mimetismo en relación a otras áreas del conocimiento.

Fábrica digital é um conceito que melhora a colaboração entre os processos de desenvolvimento do produto. Apesar dos benefícios trazidos por esse conceito, falhas podem ocorrer na sua implantação. Este artigo tem por objetivo apresentar os fatores críticos de sucesso na implantação de um projeto de fábrica digital em uma empresa brasileira. Esses fatores foram identificados por meio de uma pesquisa exploratória em implantações de sistemas como o Enterprise Resource Planning e Product Lifecycle Management, entre outros. Depois disso, os fatores foram priorizados, utilizando-se os métodos Delphi e Analytic Hierarchy Process, por profissionais de empresas que implantam projetos de fábrica digital, no Brasil e exterior. Foram identificados nove fatores, sendo os cinco de maior prioridade: apoio e comprometimento contínuo da alta gerência; abrangente reengenharia do negócio; parceiros com conhecimento e experiência; participação e comprometimento do usuário; e adequado papel do líder do projeto.

A Digital Factory is a concept which improves the collaboration among product development processes. Despite the benefits brought by this concept, failures may occur in its implementation. This paper aims to present the Critical Success Factors in the implementation of a Digital Factory project in a Brazilian company. These factors were identified by an exploratory survey on the implementation of Enterprise Resource Planning and Product Lifecycle Management among other systems. Following this identification, the factors were prioritized using the Delphi Method and the Analytic Hierarchy Process; this evaluation was carried out by professionals from enterprises which implement Digital Factory projects, in Brazil and abroad. Nine factors were identified. The five main priorities were: Continuous Support and Commitment from Top Management; Comprehensive Business Reengineering; Skilled and Experienced Partners; Participation and Commitment , of Users; and Appropriate Role of the Project Manager.