Michael J. Piore

Michael J. Piore was an influential economist and academic known for his work on labor markets, industrial organization, and economic development. He studied how technological change and global competition affect employment, wages, and industry structure. Piore emphasized the importance of flexible labor practices, dual labor markets, and the role of innovation in driving economic growth. His ideas helped shape understanding of manufacturing, labor relations, and economic policy, particularly in the context of industrialized economies adapting to technological advancements and globalization.