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3. Beyond linearity and resource-based perspectives of SME growth

Author

Salder, Jacob, Gilman, Mark, Raby, Simon, and Gkikas, Aineias

Abstract

Recent debates have seen increased interest in the growth of SMEs. Most research however follows a limited remit, focusing on specific subsets and employing narrow, resource-based perspectives. A consequence is our knowledge is limited on how SME growth occurs more broadly and the critical determinants in this process. This paper addresses this gap, examining SME growth as a multidimensional process rather than an output.The paper operationalises a Four Dimensions Conceptual Model through a Systematic Literature Review of 36 studies on the growth process. It identifies a broader set of determinants supporting a multidimensional approach, the pluralistic nature of SME growth embedded in distinctive contexts. Evidence suggests a greater reliance on firm-based Characteristics and Environmental factors in supporting growth, providing critical inputs into forming and reinforcing networks through which firm-based resources are activated. We emphasise the need to test these propositions through more SME research using qualitative and longitudinal methods.

Published
2020

4. Open Innovation, SMEs and Regional Development: Evidence from the UK.

Author

Jones-Evans, Dylan, Gkikas, Aineias, Rhisiart, Martin, and MacKenzie, Niall

Subjects
OPEN innovation, SMALL business, RURAL development, ECONOMIC competition, TECHNOLOGY
Abstract

This paper seeks to contribute to the literature on open innovation via the development of an index of open innovation that is much more complete than earlier work and allows the examination of open innovation across a variety of dimensions. The analysis is conducted using Community Innovation Survey (CIS) data for UK regions. The UK regions fall into four performance groups. The first group of open innovation leaders includes firms located in the regions of South East England, East England, and Wales, with innovation performance well above that of the UK average. The second group of open innovation followers includes firms located in the regions of East Midlands, West Midlands, South West England, and North East England, with an open innovation performance close to that of the UK average. The third group of moderate open innovators includes firms located in the regions of Northern Ireland and Yorkshire and The Humber. The final group of modest open innovators includes firms located in the regions of London and Scotland. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2016

5. Innovation performance of SMEs within an uncompetitive regional economy: the case of Wales.

Author

Gkikas, Aineias, Jones-Evans, Dylan, and MacKenzie, Niall G.

Subjects
SMALL business, ORGANIZATIONAL performance, BUSINESS development, BENCHMARKING (Management), RURAL development
Abstract

The aim of this research is to provide empirical evidence on the innovation performance of SMEs in an uncompetitive regional economy. Drawing on the latest available UK Innovation Survey, the study uses benchmarking analysis in order to identify the regional variations in innovation performance at the SME level to examine whether the innovation performance of differs across different regions and sectors. The analysis of the results can then be used as a reference point for the development of innovation policies within other uncompetitive regional economies. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2013

6. Effectiveness and Importance of Innovation on Business Performance in an Uncompetitive Region: Evidence from High-Growth SMEs in Wales.

Author

Gkikas, Aineias, Jones-Evans, Dylan, and MacKenzie, Niall

Subjects
SMALL business, INNOVATIONS in business, ORGANIZATIONAL performance
Abstract

An abstract of the research paper "Effectiveness and Importance of Innovation on Business Performance in an Uncompetitive Region: Evidence From High-Growth SMEs in Wales" by Aineias Gkikas, Dylan Jones-Evans, Niall MacKenzie is presented.

Published
2014

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