Aplicación de modelo econométrico de Solow para el diagnóstico de la productividad por el uso de la tecnología de las pymes del sector metalmecánico del Ecuador

Abstract

The technology has taken an important role in the production processes in Ecuador like around the world; This has become a fundamental instrument for the growth of organizations, becoming, currently in a necessity that contributes to increase the production with high value added as well as a better work quality, making companies more competitive and efficient. One of the industries that in nowadays is postulating as one of the greatest generators of wealth in the Ecuador, is the metal-mechanic, which is aligned with the postulates that seeks to promote the National Plan for Good Living. This document is intended to diagnose the degree of productivity of SMEs of the metal-mechanic sector of Ecuador under the use of technology. This analysis is based on the application of Solow econometric model, which uses the variables: production, capital, human resource and technology to define the situation of the production processes of these organizations.