Spatial Profile of Regional Innovations to Support Competitiveness in Jawa Tengah Province, Indonesia

Abstract

Regional innovations play a crucial role in driving economic development and enhancing regional competitiveness. Innovation is the main raw material and support for competitiveness, which makes regions with high innovation must also have high competitiveness. Regional innovation is shaped by factors such as innovation policy, knowledge generation, knowledge application, and socio-cultural elements. This research aims to examine regional innovation and its relationship with competitiveness based on spatial distribution. The method employed is quantitative descriptive analysis, utilizing statistical data on regional innovation obtained through a questionnaire distributed to local governments in 35 districts and cities. Additionally, a spatial analysis was conducted to compare the innovation scores and competitiveness. The research findings indicate a consistent alignment between the innovation profile and regional competitiveness. However, there are also anomalous areas demonstrating divergent outcomes. This suggests that while innovation is a significant contributor to regional competitiveness, it is not the sole determinant influencing it.