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Information Science & Library Science
Renee Rui Chen, Kun Chen, Carol X. J. Ou
Summary: This paper examines the impact of blockchain technology on interorganizational trust and alliance performance in strategic alliances. Through case studies of two banks, it is found that blockchain technology can reduce equivocal behaviors and improve interorganizational trust.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF INFORMATION MANAGEMENT
(2023)
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Business
Dragana Radicic, Sasa Petkovic
Summary: This study examines the effects of digitalization on technological innovations in German SMEs, focusing on three forms of digitalization: production and logistics digitalization, digital value chains, and big data analytics. Using the MIP dataset, a binary probit model is employed to test the innovation effects of digitalization in micro, small, and medium-sized SMEs. The findings show that the impact of digitalization on innovation activities varies among SMEs and is influenced by the form of digitalization and type of innovation. The study also reveals a moderating effect of internal R&D activities on the innovation effects of digitalization.
TECHNOLOGICAL FORECASTING AND SOCIAL CHANGE
(2023)
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Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Siravat Teerasoponpong, Apichat Sopadang
Summary: In recent years, changes in data-driven supply chain management have been driven by elevated business uncertainties and competition, with large-sized enterprises utilizing data for decision-making while SMEs struggle due to limited resources and knowledge. A proposed decision support system aims to assist SMEs in compiling and exploiting data, aiding decision-making under business ambiguities. The system uses a simulation-optimization approach incorporating artificial neural networks and genetic algorithms to reduce costs and improve inventory management policies, achieving significant cost reductions when implemented in a medium-sized food industry company.
ROBOTICS AND COMPUTER-INTEGRATED MANUFACTURING
(2022)
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Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Margarida Rodrigues, Mario Franco
Summary: Facing global climate change, transitioning to a green economy is crucial. This study focused on how small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) engage in green innovation activities. Through qualitative case study approach and interviews with three SME owners/managers, it was found that green innovation is a concern for managers, but its implementation is challenging. Two of the SMEs only implemented waste recycling measures, indicating a need for a more comprehensive shift towards a green and sustainable business model. The urgency for SMEs to adopt sustainable practices and understand the importance of green innovation is highlighted.
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Business
Zichao Zhao, Dexuan Li, Wensheng Dai
Summary: This work aims to improve the accuracy of financial crisis early warnings for SMEs by analyzing their development characteristics, crises they face, and a financial crisis early warning system. It utilizes statistical methods and machine learning algorithms to develop a corporate financial crisis management and early warning system. The system is able to analyze nonlinear and difficult-to-explain problems and provides more practical and accurate predictions compared to traditional models.
TECHNOLOGICAL FORECASTING AND SOCIAL CHANGE
(2023)
Article
Business
Wentong Liu, Caleb C. Y. Kwong, Young-Ah Kim, Hongfei Liu
Summary: This study examines the impact of strategic alliances and bricolage on social enterprises' performance, suggesting that they are effective strategies for improving social performance. Through a resource-based view and entrepreneurial orientation, the research sheds new light on the resource management mechanism within social enterprises.
JOURNAL OF BUSINESS RESEARCH
(2021)
Review
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Juan Manuel Bucheli-Calvache, Alexander Zuniga-Collazos, Fabian Osorio-Tinoco, Maria de los Angeles Cervantes-Rosas
Summary: Eco-innovation is vital for companies to maintain competitiveness in a greening market and for achieving sustainable development. However, there is conceptual diversity in analyzing eco-innovation due to different theoretical perspectives. This research aims to establish an integrated concept of eco-innovation for its application in SMEs, based on accepted elements in scientific literature.
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Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Parisa Maroufkhani, Mohammad Iranmanesh, Morteza Ghobakhloo
Summary: This study challenges the assumption of independence among Technological, Organizational and Environmental (TOE) factors and examines their influences on Big Data Analytics (BDA) adoption among Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). The findings confirm the interrelationships among these factors and highlight the mediating role of top management support as well as the moderating effect of environmental factors.
INDUSTRIAL MANAGEMENT & DATA SYSTEMS
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Karishma M. Qureshi, Bhavesh G. Mewada, Saleh Y. Alghamdi, Naif Almakayeel, Mohamed Rafik N. Qureshi, Mohamed Mansour
Summary: Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) play a significant role in economic development but face challenges in achieving sustainability. This research aims to identify, evaluate, and rank the critical success factors (CSFs) of lean implementation in SMEs. The study uses interpretative structural modeling (ISM) and MICMAC analysis to model and understand the inter-relationships of these CSFs. The results highlight the importance of sustainability in manufacturing systems, financial capability, and employee involvement in lean implementations in manufacturing SMEs.
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Environmental Sciences
Lijie Du, Asif Razzaq, Muhammad Waqas
Summary: Small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in China have been severely impacted by the COVID-19 outbreak, and this research sheds light on its long-term effects on small businesses globally. The study finds that COVID-19 has significantly negative effects on profitability, operations, economy, and access to finance for SMEs. Additionally, the study highlights the importance of external funding in enabling SMEs to succeed through technological innovation.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
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Mathematics, Interdisciplinary Applications
Bin Guo, Shengyue Hao, Yi Zhang, Guangmei Cao, Honghu Gao, Mingyang Zhang
Summary: Selecting the right partner is a key factor for the successful construction of the strategic alliance of prefabricated construction enterprises in China. Research results show that commercial housing sales capability, property management capability, commitment of capital, commitment of talents, and product innovation capability are the five most influential indicators in partner selection.
DISCRETE DYNAMICS IN NATURE AND SOCIETY
(2022)
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Business, Finance
Quang Vu, Nguyen Thi Thuy Nga
Summary: This study finds that firms can enhance profitability by implementing internal control systems, which is achieved through mechanisms such as reducing bribery and gaining government support. The research suggests that in an environment with ineffective institutions, firms can improve their financial performance by employing appropriate internal control systems.
FINANCE RESEARCH LETTERS
(2022)
Article
Business
Ann Hojbjerg Clarke, Per Vagn Freytag
Summary: This paper focuses on the considerations for small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) when implementing new target segments in the organization. Successful segmentation and implementation are crucial for firms to avoid organizational resistance and market failure.
JOURNAL OF BUSINESS & INDUSTRIAL MARKETING
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Oluwaseun Niyi Anifowose, Matina Ghasemi, Banji Rildwan Olaleye
Summary: This study investigates the mediating role of innovation speed in the relationship between total quality management and small and medium-sized enterprise performance, finding that innovation speed has a substantial influence on this relationship. Furthermore, the study expands the understanding of innovation and presents the five basic dimensions of total quality management.
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Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Yang Zhang, Menglong Xia, Yingni Liu
Summary: This study aims to explore the coopetition of small and medium-sized enterprises in the tourism sector and its antecedents, as well as the consequences of sustainable competitive advantage in complex institutional contexts. It integrates institutional theory, social exchange theory, and commitment theory. Through a field survey in the Greater Bay Area in Southern China, this study identifies the structural links between the tourism SMEs' institutional environment, economic benefits, commitment to a regional framework, coopetition, and the effect on sustainable competitive advantage. A comparative analysis is also conducted based on the different social systems within this region.