SME Identity and Homogeneity - Are There Meaningful Differences Between Micro, Small, and Medium-Sized Enterprises?

This study examines entrepreneurial orientation, learning orientation, information technology competency, firm profitability and growth, with respect to differences exhibited among three size categories-micro, small and medium-within the SME classification. The results of our examination reveal sign...

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Published in:Journal of marketing development and competitiveness 2012-05, Vol.6 (2), p.48
Main Authors: Pett, Timothy L, Wolff, James A
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Competition
Competitive advantage
Employees
Entrepreneurs
Entrepreneurship
Globalization
Hypotheses
Information technology
Population
Researchers
Small & medium sized enterprises-SME
Strategic management
Studies
Variance analysis
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Summary:This study examines entrepreneurial orientation, learning orientation, information technology competency, firm profitability and growth, with respect to differences exhibited among three size categories-micro, small and medium-within the SME classification. The results of our examination reveal significant differences among the three categories on some of the dimensions but no differences on others. Further, the pattern of similarities and differences may lead to useful suggestions for SME managers. The implications with respect to practice and further research are discussed. [PUBLICATION ABSTRACT]
ISSN:2155-2843
2155-2843