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Journal articles on the topic "SMEs internationalisation"

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Zaki, Adyzakrie Mohamad, David J. Edwards, and Hatem El-Gohary. "A Theoretical Examination of SMEs Internationalisation in a Globalised Business Environment." International Journal of Customer Relationship Marketing and Management 6, no. 4 (October 2015): 1–29. http://dx.doi.org/10.4018/ijcrmm.2015100101.

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In the new global economy, internationalisation has become increasingly important to the competitiveness of enterprises of all sizes (Evers 2010). SMEs with a clear global strategy can take advantage of cross-border activities, which provide opportunities not only for revenue and growth, but also knowledge exchange and the enhancement of capabilities, thereby strengthening the firm's longer-term competitiveness. Muller et al. (2014) report that export-oriented SMEs show higher growth of turnover and employment than SMEs serving the domestic market only. Despite universal acceptance that internationalisation is vital, a myriad of internal and external barriers persist to impede SMEs' ability to internationalise their operations. Moreover, there is a dearth of data on the actual export performance of SMEs and the challenges and issues they face (Muller et al., 2014, p. 60). The purpose of this paper is to critically review and theoretically examine published research on SMEs internationalisation not only to identify knowledge gaps in the field, but also to provide a theoretical examination of SMEs internationalisation in a globalised business environment with an eye on the future. The paper commences with an introduction and explanation of the importance of an internationalisation strategy to modern businesses, then defining what is meant by internationalisation vis-à-vis globalisation. A similar differentiation between large and SMEs internationalisation is then given prior to critically synthesising pertinent theories that have been developed and/or implemented by previous researchers. Based upon this synthesis, theoretical models are evaluated and assessed critically to provide good grounds for future research in the field. Finally, the paper review the extant using under the lens of SMEs internationalisation from both developed and developing countries perspectives.
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Mendy, John, and Mahfuzur Rahman. "Supporting SMEs’ internationalisation through a deeper understanding of human and technology barriers." Journal of Organizational Effectiveness: People and Performance 6, no. 4 (December 2, 2019): 205–26. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/joepp-12-2018-0121.

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Purpose The purpose of this paper is to investigate small- and medium-sized enterprises’ (SMEs) internationalisation from an emerging market perspective. It explores and applies human resource management (HRM) processes to small businesses’ internationalisation efforts in order to ascertain the extent to which human- and technology-oriented barriers to internationalisation can be better understood and their processes better managed by SMEs. Design/methodology/approach The data collection and analysis involved a mixed method technique so as to identify the two dominant barriers faced by SMEs at the employer and employee levels. By using primary survey data obtained from 212 Bangladeshi SMEs, a partial least square based structural equation model was successfully validated and its development enhanced the comparison of processes involved in managing people and technology-type barriers. Findings The research results highlight the importance of HRM processes in the proper management of both human and technology-type barriers, which are equally as significant to SMEs’ internationalisation. Practical implications The results highlight the urgent need for governments in emerging economies to prioritise SMEs’ internationalisation and to dedicate resources and processes in order to effectively optimise economic and social dividends. The practical, theoretical and methodological implications of the paper raise opportunities for further research in SMEs’ internationalisation and people management processes and practices as well as new policy guidelines. Originality/value The examination of the link between humans and technology is a much under-represented area in developing countries and the actual contribution of effective HRM processes in the context of SMEs’ internationalisation is missing. Applying HRM processes to these aspects serves to deepen the knowledge of small businesses’ internationalisation efforts and the contributed model enhances professional practice and theory development in these disciplines and in emerging economies.
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Belhoste, Nathalie, Rachel Bocquet, Véronique Favre-Bonté, and Frédéric Bally. "How do SMEs use support services during their internationalisation process: A comparative study of French traditional SMEs and INVs in Asia." International Small Business Journal: Researching Entrepreneurship 37, no. 8 (September 18, 2019): 804–30. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0266242619871165.

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This article integrates research on the internationalisation processes of small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) and export assistance services to investigate how such firms use support services drawing upon a large, qualitative study of 32 French traditional SMEs and international new ventures (INVs) that have entered Asia. Our key contribution is to consider the time to internationalisation (gradual or rapid) and the stage of internationalisation (entrance or intensification) rather than export intensity alone, and to examine how support services can help SMEs internationalise. The identification of different configurations of uses leads to the development of theoretical propositions that extend existing models pertaining to support services and firm internationalisation. These findings have several important managerial implications for support services to target their offer more precisely to two types of SMEs; they also provide useful guidance for SMEs to determine which tailor-made offerings from private and public actors are most applicable to their internationalisation efforts.
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Zaki, Adyzakrie Mohamad, Hatem El-Gohary, and David Edwards. "Understanding Ethical and Other SMEs Internationalisation Determinants and Its Impact on Business Performance." International Journal of Customer Relationship Marketing and Management 12, no. 1 (January 2021): 1–27. http://dx.doi.org/10.4018/ijcrmm.2021010101.

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The research in hand attempts to investigate the different factors influencing SMEs' decision to internationalise in developing countries (such as Malaysia) including the impacts of ethical issues on the internationalisation decision process. The study also attempts to investigate the impact of internationalisation adoption on SMEs' business performance since the relationship remains vague. The study will deepen the understanding of the complex interrelationship between internationalisation determinants (that influence top management's decision to internationalise), and how such factors (internal and external) might affect SMEs' business performance. Based on the outcomes of such investigation and extensive exploratory study, an acceptable and comprehensive conceptual framework will be presented to investigate and understand the different factors influencing internationalisation adoption by Malaysian SMEs and its impact on companies' performance.
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Safari, Kulondwa. "Contribution of Internationalisation to SME Growth: Evidence from the Kenyan Manufacturing Sector." Economics and Business 34, no. 1 (February 1, 2020): 261–72. http://dx.doi.org/10.2478/eb-2020-0017.

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Abstract Sub-Saharan African countries are among the poorest countries in the world and there is a need to develop their economies. Researchers suggest the promotion of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to foster economic development in countries. Internationalisation has been proved to be a key strategy for SME growth. This study investigates the effect of internationalisation on manufacturing SME growth in Kenya. Kenya is a developing country and the leading economy in the East African community. Using data from the World Bank enterprise survey, a sample of 94 SMEs operating in Kenya between 2013 and 2018 was selected. Multiple linear regression analysis using ordinary least square (OLS) was applied and the results revealed that internationalisation through direct exports contributed positively to the growth of manufacturing SMEs in Kenya. The findings of the study suggest that policy makers should promote internationalisation of SMEs in Kenya to improve the doing business environment in general and remove external barriers to internationalisation of SMEs at the national and international level in particular.
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Haase, Heiko, and Mário Franco. "When small businesses go international: alliances as a key to entry." Journal of Business Strategy 36, no. 3 (May 18, 2015): 37–45. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/jbs-03-2014-0032.

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Purpose – The purpose of this study is to identify the reasons for the internationalisation of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) through strategic alliances and to understand how this internationalisation process evolves. Design/methodology/approach – For this purpose, the authors decided on a qualitative approach and performed exploratory case studies of two SMEs in Portugal. Findings – The authors found that in forming alliances, SMEs aim to increase sales and reduce costs. After the analysis, the authors believe that learning about other markets and cultures as well as having appropriate national partners are the key aspects in the internationalisation of SMEs through strategic alliances. Practical implications – The authors revealed the influence of national partners in the internationalisation process. The firms in the study established alliances with national firms to facilitate international market entry. This holds in particular for partners that already have some international experience. Building partnerships with national firms allows the combination of competencies and requires a lower amount of internationalisation know-how on the part of the cooperating firms. Originality/value – In spite of the opportunities going along with strategic alliances, there is only limited empirical evidence of their impact on the internationalisation process and vice-versa. This holds particularly true for the realm of SMEs.
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Bowen, Robert. "Motives to SME internationalisation." Cross Cultural & Strategic Management 27, no. 1 (August 12, 2019): 51–74. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/ccsm-08-2018-0125.

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Purpose This study offers a comparative analysis of attitudes to small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) internationalisation in two different cultural settings, Wales and Brittany. The purpose of this paper is to conduct an in-depth investigation of attitudes to internationalisation among food and drink SMEs using mixed methods and focussing on both SMEs that internationalise and those that do not. This leads to a more comprehensive understanding of the issues influencing attitudes to SME internationalisation, which could facilitate policy development for such companies. Design/methodology/approach Mixed methods are used in this study to provide a richness of data in investigating this complex issue. The majority of research in this field has focussed on quantitative research, however, this study heeds calls for more plurality in research on SME internationalisation to achieve a more detailed understanding of the issues affecting SME internationalisation. This is achieved through an online questionnaire of 169 food producing SMEs in Wales and Brittany, informed by International Entrepreneurship theory. A second phase of semi-structured interviews provides more context to the questionnaire findings, with 37 interviews conducted with respondents from the questionnaire. Each phase was conducted independently, with findings triangulated for further investigation. Findings Companies of all characteristics have the ability to internationalise; however, cultural differences were observed between Wales and Brittany in both attitudes and the conditions for internationalisation. Breton SMEs displayed more proactivity to internationalisation, stemming from more favourable conditions, a greater reputation for food and more confidence. Conversely, Welsh SMEs were more reactive, relying on government support in encouraging internationalisation. Breton SMEs also benefitted from the strong cultural identity of food products, especially through the Produit en Bretagne brand and its network of producers. Originality/value The study makes both a theoretical and methodological contribution to research on SME internationalisation. The comparative study of Wales and Brittany is significant in understanding cultural influences to internationalisation in two regions where the food and drink industry represents an important part of the economy. The focus on a single industry is significant in understanding the particularities of internationalisation within an industrial context, as findings from studies across multiple industries are considered less generalisable. A methodological contribution is sought through using mixed methods to provide a more comprehensive study.
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Pereira, Elisabeth T. "The internationalisation of Portuguese SMEs." International Journal of Business and Globalisation 1, no. 3 (2007): 369. http://dx.doi.org/10.1504/ijbg.2007.015055.

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Pergelova, Albena, Fernando Angulo-Ruiz, and Desislava I. Yordanova. "Gender and international entry mode." International Small Business Journal: Researching Entrepreneurship 36, no. 6 (March 23, 2018): 662–85. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0266242618763012.

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This article examines whether male- and female-led small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) adopt different strategic directions when internationalising. We build on the notion of gendered socialisation and the resource-based view examining gender differences in international entry modes. We also analyse several contingencies in the relationship between gender and internationalisation. Findings indicate that female-led SMEs are more likely to internationalise via export than foreign direct investment (FDI). The results challenge conventional wisdom on the role of resources and capabilities accumulated with manager age in the process of internationalisation; younger female chief executive officers are more likely to internationalise via FDI. The results offer novel insights to the literature on internationalisation of SMEs calling for more attention towards the interplay of social norms and gendered structural arrangements, on the one hand, and entrepreneurial agency, on the other, for a better understanding of the internationalisation of female-led SMEs.
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Santhosh, Channappa, and Mungila Halemane Bala Subrahmanya. "The Speed and the Degree of SME Internationalisation in Bangalore: An Analysis of its Determining Factors." Journal of Entrepreneurship and Innovation in Emerging Economies 6, no. 2 (May 8, 2020): 315–28. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/2393957520913762.

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This article presents an empirical inquiry on the drivers that have influenced the speed and the degree of SME internationalisation in Bangalore. The article is based on primary data gathered from 70 internationalised small and medium enterprises (SMEs) belonging to the machinery industry in Bangalore urban district. Our analysis ascertained that the size of the firm and CEOs’ foreign language proficiency are the significant determinants of the speed of SME internationalisation. CEOs’ international experience, motivation, international network and speed of entry positively influenced the degree of SME internationalisation. Thus, the present study lays emphasis on ‘entrepreneurial competence’ and ‘strategic entry’ that determine the speed and degree of internationalisation of SMEs, for appropriate policy attention for promoting SME internationalisation.
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Loane, Sharon Patricia. "The internationalisation of Internet enabled SMEs." Thesis, University of Ulster, 2004. http://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.441168.

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Erissini, Elisa <1992&gt. "Network Contract: internationalisation of Italian Agri-food SMEs." Master's Degree Thesis, Università Ca' Foscari Venezia, 2019. http://hdl.handle.net/10579/14733.

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l'obbiettivo della mia tesi è quello di analizzare come il contratto di rete possa contribuire all'internazionalizzazione delle PMI nel settore agroalimentare. Capire se questo strumento innovativo può aiutare a portare i prodotti agricoli nei mercati esteri, promuovendo il Made in Italy anche per le imprese che da sole non sarebbero in grado di farlo.
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Esterhuizen, Andre. "The internationalisation of manufacturing SMEs in the Western Cape." Thesis, Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2005. http://hdl.handle.net/10019.1/50500.

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Thesis (MBA)--Stellenbosch University, 2005.
ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The findings of this study regarding company and export profiles correlated largely with the findings of the various studies detailed in the literature review. Given the close correlation with other studies on the same subject, it is the researcher's belief that this study will have a broad application among prospective exporting SMEs, both regionally and nationally. The main findings are set out below. The review of the profile of manufacturing SMEs in the Western Capes uncovered: • a preference for their local markets; • the fact that trade frequencies are relatively high; • that the number of countries entered, represented a relatively narrow focus; • that Europe enjoyed significant support from the respondents; • that SADC and the rest of Africa attract relatively low levels oftradc. Although indicated in the national studies, it was still disappointing to discover the relatively low levels of export propensity (as defined by export sales as a function of total sales) prevalent among exporting SMEs. This was reflected by the fact that: • Only a small percentage of medium-sized SMEs are making inroads in this area. • The growth estimates for expected annual export sales are disappointing and possibly even pointing to a declining trend. The surveyed SMEs indicated that their expansion into international markets is motivated primarily by: • the utilisation of excess capacity; and • the opportunity to grow sales. There also seems to be an opportunist approach to the export development process stemming from that fact that: • Almost 50 % of finns responded to unsolicited orders. • Exporting SMEs are drawn into the process passively, rather than through a proactive and conscious decision. The apparent lack of a clear export orientation among exporting SMEs in the Western Cape is of particular concern, as evidenced by the factors identified above. Exporting SMEs have identified the arena of marketing management and market access as key barriers in the process of internationalising their businesses. In addition, they identified a lack of knowledge within this field of study within their organisations, as well as marketing support, as being the areas where they would most like assistance from policy makers. The following were identified as major barriers: • access to, and knowledge of specific markets, • representation in the various markets, and • an effective marketing function. The following represented the area of least knowledge: • international marketing management, and • market entry channels. The following represented the most effective ways in which policy makers could assist: • constraint elimination (Policy making or otherwise). • marketing support. The fundings of the review regarding the use of support institutions revealed that: • Only 45 % of exporting 8MEs actually make use of these institutions. • 72 % of sample indicated that they only make use of these institutions every six months or at even less frequent intervals. Given the findings under this section, it is apparent that those organisations with a vested interest in export promotion, and government in particular, should take particular note of these fmdings. It seems that at present the various export promotion bodies (state or private) are failing to attract 8ME exporters to their products and services, and in so doing make a meaningful impact on export promotion.
AFRIKAANSE OPSOMMING: Die bevindings van hierdie studie ten opsigte van maatskappy- en uitvoerprofiele het grotendeels ooreengestem met dit wat gevind is in ander soortgelyke studies. Gegewe die nou-ooreenstemming met ander studies op dieselfde vakgebied, glo die navorser clat die studie by 'n groot aantal klein en medium (KMO's) uitvoerorganisasies aanklank sal vind, op beide streek en nasionale vlak. Die hoofbevindinge van die studie is soos volg: Die studie van vervaardigingsmaatskappye in die Wes Kaap het die volgende openbaar: • 'n voorkeur vir hul plaaslike markte; • die feit dat handelfrekwensies relatief hoog is; • dat die getal lande wat betree is, 'n relatiewe nou fokus verteenwoordig; • dat Europa noemenswaardige ondersteuning van die respondente geniet het; • dat SADC en die res van Afrika relatieflae vlakke van handel trek. AlhoeweI dit in nasionale studies aanduidend was, is dit steeds teleurstelend om die relatieve lae vlakke van heersende uitvoergeneigdheid onder uitvoer-KMO's te ontdek (soos gedefinieer deur uitvoerverkope as 'n funksie van totale verkope). Dit is weerspieel deur die feit dat: • Slegs 'n klein persentasie van medium-grote KMO's maak inslag in die area. • Die groei vooruitskattings vir verwagte jaarlikse uitvoerverkope was teleurstellend en wys moontlik na 'n dalende tendens. Die studie het getoon dat KMO's se motivering om die uitvoermark te betree deur onder andere die volgende gemotiveer word: • die gebruik van addisionele kapasiteit; en • die geleentheid om bruto opbrengs te bevorder. Die KMO's wat ondersoek is het aangedui dat hulle u:itbreiding tot die intemasionale mark hoofsaaklik gemotiveer is deur: • die aanwending van oorskotkapasiteit; en • die geleentheid om verkope te verhoog. Daar blyk ook 'n opportunistiese benadering te wees rakende die uitvoerontwikkelingsproses, voortspruitend uit die feit dat: • Sowat 50 % van die firma's het reageer op ongevraagde plasings. • Uitvoerende KMO's word passiewelik tot die proses ingetrek, eerder dan deur 'n proaktiewe en bewustelike besluit. Die oenskynlike gebrek aan 'n duidelike uitvoer orientasie tussen uitvoerende KMO's in die Wes-Kaap is van besondere kommer, soos verduidelik met die bogemelde gei"dentifiseerde faktore. Uitvoerende KMO's het die arena van bemarkingsbestuur en marktoegang identifiseer as sleutel hindemisse in die proses van intemasionalisering van hulle besigbede. Bykomend hiertoe het hulle 'n tekort aan kennis identifiseer binne hierdie studieveld in hulle organisasies, sowel as bemarkingsondersteuning, as die areas waar hulle die meeste ondersteuning benodig van beleidsmakers. Die volgende is identifiseer as sleutel hindemisse: • toegang tot, en kennis van die spesifieke markte, • verteenwoordiging in die verskeie markte, en • 'n effektiewe bemarkingsfunksie. Die volgende verteenwoordig die areas met die minste kennis: • internasionale bemarkingsbestuur, en • markbetredingskanale. Die volgende verteenwoordig die mees effektiewe wyse waarbinne beleidsmakers kan ondersteun: • beperkingseliminasie (beleidsmakers of andersins). • bemarkingsbystand. Die bevindinge van die oorsig bertreffende die gebruik van ondersteuningsinstellings het aan die lig gebring dat: • Slegs 45 % van die uitvoerende KMO's maak werklik gebruik van hierdie instellings. • 72 % van steekproef dui daarop dat hulle net van hierdie instellings elke ses maande of op minder gereelde intervalle gebruik maak. Gegewe die bevindinge onder hierdie afdeling, is dit duidelik dat daardie organisasies met 'n gevestigde belang in uitvoerpromosie, en vernaarn die staat, besondere kennis moet neem van die bevindinge. Op hede blyk dit dat die verskeie uitvoerpromosie- liggame (staat of openbaar) faal om uitvoerende KMO's te trek tot hulle produkte en dienste, en sodoende 'n betekenisvolle impak te maak op uitvoerpromosie.
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Mughan, Terry. "SMEs and business internationalisation : the contribution of communication skills." Thesis, Anglia Ruskin University, 2010. http://arro.anglia.ac.uk/702717/.

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Recent decades have seen rapid and significant changes in the field of international business and management. Whilst the globalisation of economies and markets has led to greater frequency of communication and interaction between companies and people of different cultures and native tongues, academic research has struggled to keep pace with the nature and consequences of better communication technologies and greater human mobility. Much literature remains rooted in dated business and economic paradigms of relevance to few companies and takes little account of new forms of behaviour. This thesis examines the contribution of communication skills, in the form of cultural and linguistic competence, to the development and performance of companies and managers, primarily SMEs, in their international markets. Drawing on original data from regional and international studies conducted over the last ten years, it illuminates the shift from the exporting to the internationalising model, from the language training to the intercultural model and from the training to the developmental/consulting model, as these changes have manifested themselves as responses to the new global business environment. This shift has been very visible in business reality and the policy sphere. Academic literature has struggled to present these phenomena coherently and the author’s contribution to the generation of new data and the development of new theories and perspectives is argued and evidenced. Over-simplification of the actual market operations of international SMEs, the role of foreign language competence in business performance and the presentation of culture as a key phenomenon are presented as original contributions by the author based on primary research data. The place of this contribution in the literature is discussed and areas and issues requiring further investigation are highlighted, particularly the need for more firm and individual-based research, preferably of a longitudinal nature.
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Mughan, Terry. "SMEs and business internationalisation: the contribution of communication skills." Thesis, Anglia Ruskin University, 2010. https://arro.anglia.ac.uk/id/eprint/702717/1/Mughan_2010.pdf.

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Recent decades have seen rapid and significant changes in the field of international business and management. Whilst the globalisation of economies and markets has led to greater frequency of communication and interaction between companies and people of different cultures and native tongues, academic research has struggled to keep pace with the nature and consequences of better communication technologies and greater human mobility. Much literature remains rooted in dated business and economic paradigms of relevance to few companies and takes little account of new forms of behaviour. This thesis examines the contribution of communication skills, in the form of cultural and linguistic competence, to the development and performance of companies and managers, primarily SMEs, in their international markets. Drawing on original data from regional and international studies conducted over the last ten years, it illuminates the shift from the exporting to the internationalising model, from the language training to the intercultural model and from the training to the developmental/consulting model, as these changes have manifested themselves as responses to the new global business environment. This shift has been very visible in business reality and the policy sphere. Academic literature has struggled to present these phenomena coherently and the author’s contribution to the generation of new data and the development of new theories and perspectives is argued and evidenced. Over-simplification of the actual market operations of international SMEs, the role of foreign language competence in business performance and the presentation of culture as a key phenomenon are presented as original contributions by the author based on primary research data. The place of this contribution in the literature is discussed and areas and issues requiring further investigation are highlighted, particularly the need for more firm and individual-based research, preferably of a longitudinal nature.
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O'Sullivan, Jane, and Sudy Sukbua. "Mapping the resource gap of Swedish SMEs for internationalisation." Thesis, Högskolan i Gävle, Företagsekonomi, 2021. http://urn.kb.se/resolve?urn=urn:nbn:se:hig:diva-36251.

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The aim of the study is to capture and understand the perceptions of SMEs with regard to the resources that they feel are missing as they engage in the process of internationalisation. The methodology of this study follows a qualitative method wherein four SMEs were interviewed along with an industry expert using semi-structured interviews. The collated data was processed according to academic procedure outlined by Creswell & Creswell (2018). Thereafter, the categorised data was analysed using an adapted situational analysis inspired by the SOAR Framework to identify missing resources. Findings and Conclusion: SMEs from Gävleborg, Sweden wish to internationalise but face extensive barriers caused by the lack of necessary resources. The empirical findings align with existing literature in identifying a lack of financial, human, and intellectual resources among the SMEs. However, the findings reject theories which cited a lack of financial skills and physical resources as causal factors. The framework presented (Figure 3) was found to be useful for academics, in reality the SMEs in the Gävleborg region follow a different approach. Contribution of the Study: This study adds specific insights and knowledge about the resource gaps experienced by Swedish SMEs to the literature. The outcomes indicate significant obstacles facing SMEs in the early or pre-internationalisation stage. Practical recommendations from this study suggest regional development of mentoring, accessible funding, and networking support. Reflections on the Study and Suggestions for Future Research: The Covid-19 pandemic forced all interviews online but zoom recordings facilitated clear and accurate collection of empirical evidence. For the future, a longitudinal study of SMEs in Sweden comparing resource availability by region and/or by firm size merits investigation. Similarly, research into why the resource gaps among SMEs remain an issue would be a welcome addition to resource-based literature.
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Hutchinson, Karise Charlotte. "The internationalisation of SMEs in the UK retail sector." Thesis, Ulster University, 2006. http://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.483641.

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com, zizahsenik@yahoo, and Zizah Che Senik. "Models, processes, and factors influencing internationalisation: the case of Malaysian smes." Murdoch University, 2010. http://wwwlib.murdoch.edu.au/adt/browse/view/adt-MU20100309.122732.

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This thesis investigates the processes and influential factors affecting the internationalisation of SMEs in manufacturing industries in Malaysia. Internationalisation of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) has been widely researched but little is known of how and why internationalisation takes place in developing countries and this lack of evidence in the literature provides strong grounds for this study. Jones and Coviello (2005) suggest investigation of internationalisation should include the broad range of internationalisation theories, such as the Incremental and Rapid internationalisation models, Networking, Resource-based and International Entrepreneurship perspectives. These perspectives examine the awareness, process, driving forces and influential factors relevant to SME internationalisation. Therefore, the patterns and dimensions of internationalisation, including the modes of foreign entry, market selection, triggering factors, awareness of international opportunities were investigated, as were the problems and challenges faced by internationalising firms and the key drivers influencing the internationalisation process. A critical realism paradigm and qualitative method were employed. In-depth interviews were conducted with 16 Malaysian experts and 54 Malaysian-based CEOs, owners, and/ or key executives from SME manufacturing industries using a semi-structured interview guide. The data was analysed with the statistical package NVivo 7 and also manually to improve triangulation of the results. The results are largely inductive and interpretive and are presented in qualitative-themes as well as some basic statistical analyses. The findings indicate that interrelated factors influence the internationalisation process of Malaysian SMEs. Various paces, a myriad of entry modes and broad market scopes determine the pattern of internationalisation undertaken. A traditional internationalisation pattern is strongly evident, although some companies exhibited rapid and born global patterns, depending on their industry, products, organisational competencies, knowledge and access to information or because of a change of management. The main drivers of internationalisation centred on key personnel and firm competencies. The study also found that while domestic and global forces motivate internationalisation, aspects of Government policy, procedures and international requirements inhibit the process. More importantly, the findings suggest that networking relationships create internationalisation awareness and provide appropriate pathways to internationalisation for manufacturing SMEs in Malaysia and this is an area where strategies could be improved. The increasing emphasis on the SME sector for enhancing economic and social development in Malaysia means they can make substantial contributions to development and understanding how to improve internationalisation strategies will increase those gains. More transparent government policies and coherence among supporting agencies as well as structured and relevant networks would assist the internationalisation of Malaysian SMEs. Currently, internationalisation processes are constrained by limited resources and difficulty in accessing assistance and supports. This study provides new knowledge and important insights that will benefit manufacturing and other industries in Malaysia and other developing countries.
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Prashantham, Baddam Hemanth Shameen. "Social capital, knowledge and internationalisation : a study of Indian software SMEs." Thesis, University of Strathclyde, 2005. http://oleg.lib.strath.ac.uk:80/R/?func=dbin-jump-full&object_id=21737.

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This study examines the role of social capital and knowledge in the internationalisation of small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). In particular, it is concerned with uncovering the differential effects of social capital types on SMEs' intemational growth and mode choice. Using a mixed methodology that combines case studies with a survey of knowledge intensive SMEs in a developing economy context viz., Indian software SMEs, the study found that knowledge - both market knowledge and knowledge intensity - is a vital driver of international growth. Social capital, particularly bridging social capital, could facilitate early-stage intemational growth but could, over time, get "exhausted". Thus knowledge may be a more enduring source of international growth. As for mode choice, this study seeks to contribute to extant understanding of SMEs' modal commitment, by invoking the emerging concept of the micromultinational, which is an SME that goes beyond mere exporting to establish a presence in international market(s). Modal commitment (i. e., the propensity for an SME to become a micromultinational) seemed to be significantly associated with social capital - specifically bonding social capital - rather than knowledge. Thus a contribution of the study pertains to the relative role of social capital and knowledge in SME internationalisation. It was also seen, particularly from the case studies, that social capital may facilitate the creation and acquisition of knowledge, and therefore intemationalising SMEs may do well to direct their efforts to knowledge-enhancement within networks.
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Bakke, Morten Urdal, and Erik Askheim Hjørnevik. "On Technology and Internationalisation : An Empirical Study of Norwegian International SMEs." Thesis, Norges teknisk-naturvitenskapelige universitet, Institutt for industriell økonomi og teknologiledelse, 2014. http://urn.kb.se/resolve?urn=urn:nbn:no:ntnu:diva-26172.

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This empirical study investigates the relationship between technology and the internationalisation process of small- and medium-sized enterprises. First, a theoretical overview of globalisation, internationalisation, and technology is given. Drawing on the literature from these fields, two hypotheses regarding the relationship between internationalisation, technology, and firm age are presented. Thereafter, a quantitative analysis of SMEs is performed and the results of this analysis is related to the theory and thoroughly discussed. Finally, some implications for researchers, managers, and policy-makers are discussed.The analysis of this paper reveals that there is no significant relationship between technology and the degree of internationalisation suggesting that technology is not a driver of degree of firm internationalisation. This could be due to the spread of technology throughout industries, giving all firms access to technologies that either mitigate challenges with internationalisation or removes competitive advantages that some firms had some decades ago due to unique technology. Further, it is discovered that firm age is significantly related to the speed of internationalisation, suggesting that the changing macro-environment of firms is a driver for internationalisation behaviour. The implications for researchers are that more focus should be directed to international SMEs in low-tech sectors. These firms have been mostly overlooked in international strategy research the last couple of decades but should be interesting to study as technology is not a driver for degree of internationalisation. The results also suggest that managers should focus on areas such as networks and firm attitudes to help their internationalisation process. For policy-makers the results indicate that other measures than technology development should be deployed to improve a country's export performance.
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Books on the topic "SMEs internationalisation"

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Alexander, Nicholas. SMEs and the internationalisation of retailing. Coleraine: University of Ulster, Faculty of Business and Management, 2001.

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Messe, Cedric. Internationalisation processes and strategies for SMEs: A case study. Leicester: De Montfort University, 1997.

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SME's and European integration: Internationalisation strategies. London: Routledge, 2002.

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Mahmood, Amir, Frank W. Agbola, and Peik Foong Yeap. Barrier to SMEs Internationalisation: Evidence from Indonesia. Supreme Century, 2020.

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Zheng, Connie, Stuart Orr, Jane Menzies, and Sajeewa 'Pat' Maddumage. Innovation and Internationalisation: Successful SMEs' Ventures into China. Taylor & Francis Group, 2017.

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Zheng, Connie, Stuart Orr, Jane Menzies, and Sajeewa 'Pat' Maddumage. Innovation and Internationalisation: Successful SMEs' Ventures into China. Taylor & Francis Group, 2017.

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Innovation and Internationalisation: Successful SMEs' Ventures into China. Taylor & Francis Group, 2017.

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Hegge, Birgit. SME's and European Integration: Internationalisation Strategies. Taylor & Francis Group, 2018.

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SME's and European Integration: Internationalisation Strategies. Routledge, 2002.

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Hegge, Birgit. SME's and European Integration: Internationalisation Strategies. Taylor & Francis Group, 2002.

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Book chapters on the topic "SMEs internationalisation"

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Cacciolatti, Luca, and Soo Hee Lee. "Internationalisation Strategies." In Entrepreneurial Marketing for SMEs, 104–15. London: Palgrave Macmillan UK, 2015. http://dx.doi.org/10.1057/9781137532589_7.

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Orr, Stuart, Jane Menzies, Connie Zheng, and Sajeewa ‘Pat’ Maddumage. "Internationalisation of innovative SMEs to China." In Innovation and Internationalisation, 19–39. First Edition. | New York : Routledge, 2018. | Series: Routledge frontiers of business management ; 16: Routledge, 2017. http://dx.doi.org/10.4324/9781315630571-2.

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Orr, Stuart, Jane Menzies, Connie Zheng, and Sajeewa ‘Pat’ Maddumage. "Making innovation work in China for foreign SMEs." In Innovation and Internationalisation, 40–66. First Edition. | New York : Routledge, 2018. | Series: Routledge frontiers of business management ; 16: Routledge, 2017. http://dx.doi.org/10.4324/9781315630571-3.

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Orr, Stuart, Jane Menzies, Connie Zheng, and Sajeewa ‘Pat’ Maddumage. "How resources and capabilities can assist foreign SMEs in China." In Innovation and Internationalisation, 123–51. First Edition. | New York : Routledge, 2018. | Series: Routledge frontiers of business management ; 16: Routledge, 2017. http://dx.doi.org/10.4324/9781315630571-6.

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Torkkeli, Lasse, Sami Saarenketo, Olli Kuivalainen, and Kaisu Puumalainen. "Business Strategies in Internationalisation Outcomes among SMEs." In Impact of International Business, 95–111. London: Palgrave Macmillan UK, 2016. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/978-1-137-56946-2_7.

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Welge, Martin K., and Thomas Borghoff. "The Strategic Position of SMEs in the Internationalisation Process." In Internationalisierung und Institution, 97–126. Wiesbaden: Gabler Verlag, 2005. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/978-3-322-89667-4_5.

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Zucchella, Antonella. "The Internationalisation of SMEs: Alternative Hypotheses and Empirical Survey." In Multinationals in a New Era, 47–60. London: Palgrave Macmillan UK, 2001. http://dx.doi.org/10.1057/9781403907622_4.

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Metsola, Jaakko, Lasse Torkkeli, Tanja Leppäaho, Pia Arenius, and Mika Haapanen. "Socioemotional Wealth and Networking in the Internationalisation of Family SMEs." In The Palgrave Handbook of Family Firm Internationalization, 63–101. Cham: Springer International Publishing, 2021. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-66737-5_3.

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Lihoussou, Messan, Suzanne M. Apitsa, and Clément J. Godonou. "Internationalisation of West African Transport-Logistics SMEs Facing the Crushing Weight of MNCs." In Palgrave Studies of Internationalization in Emerging Markets, 115–44. Cham: Springer International Publishing, 2020. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-50739-8_6.

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Bagella, Michele, and Carlo Pietrobelli. "From SMEs to Industrial Districts in the Process of Internationalisation: Theory and Evidence." In The Competitive Advantage of Industrial Districts, 175–94. Heidelberg: Physica-Verlag HD, 2000. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-57666-9_9.

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Conference papers on the topic "SMEs internationalisation"

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Wohlgemuth, Veit, Tine Lehmann, and Christina Saulich. "Transnational student consultancy – an integrated approach to business students’ learning." In Fourth International Conference on Higher Education Advances. Valencia: Universitat Politècnica València, 2018. http://dx.doi.org/10.4995/head18.2018.7983.

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Higher Education Institutions (HEI) are under pressure to enhance graduate employability. The concept of graduate employability refers to a mix of specific skills, knowledge, and personal attributes; among others internationalisation, innovation, and entrepreneurship skills. This paper asks the question: How can HEI enhance students’ internationalisation, innovation, and entrepreneurship skills in order to foster graduate employability? The authors provide insights into a transnational student consultancy teaching approach that was implemented simultaneously at five European HEI in the winter term of 2017/2018. The paper adds to the practical dimension of internationalisation, entrepreneurship education, and innovation pedagogy by presenting an example of how these interrelated concepts can be integrated into a course for business students. The authors discuss important challenges of implementing transnational consultancy projects at HEI, such as varying academic calendars and administrative requirements, matching student teams and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as well as managing expectations. Based on participant feedback, this paper draws three lessons learned for lecturers that are involved in transnational teaching projects.
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Kasperkowiak, Witold, and Joanna Małecka. "Enterprise Size and Perception of Risk in SME Internationalisation – Selected Aspects." In International Days of Statistics and Economics 2019. Libuše Macáková, MELANDRIUM, 2019. http://dx.doi.org/10.18267/pr.2019.los.186.66.

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Mohamad, Azlina, Adriana Mohd Rizal, Haliyana Khalid, and Theresa Ho Char Fei. "The Role of Trust in the Digital Interactive Model for SME Speed Internationalisation." In 2021 7th International Conference on Research and Innovation in Information Systems (ICRIIS). IEEE, 2021. http://dx.doi.org/10.1109/icriis53035.2021.9617095.

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