The Mexican innovation system: A systems dynamics perspective

ABSTRACT There is no doubt that technological component is fundamental in the growth and development of the countries. The use of the theory of technology,in its tangible or intangible dimensions (), represents an opportunity toimprove proposed solutions to economical, health, social, or business problematic situations faced inMexico. Mexicos performance in technological development has been insufficient to enhance the well-being of its population. This article presents the design of a model based on systemic thinking (system dynamics) and national models of innovation and knowledge, intending improve governance in Mexico in terms of technology. A quantitative-correlational research method was used in this study presenting four sections: Introduction, methods, results, and discussion. A system dynamics (SD) model is proposed. This work is one of the first ones thatuse system dynamicsand studies interactions between the structural elements of science and technology (S&T) in Mexico. Keywords: Model, system dynamics, Mexico, Technological innovation, science, and technology.