Essays about: "effect of SMEs"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 101 essays containing the words effect of SMEs.

  1. 1. The impact of war and crisis on SMEs' global value chains: A quantitative study in West Sweden

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för globala studier

    Author : Moa Johansson; [2023-11-08]
    Keywords : Small and Medium-sized Enterprises SME ; Global Value Chains GVC ; Globalisation; Deglobalisation and Regionalisation;

    Abstract : Historically global value chains (GVCs) have mainly been operated by transnational corporations (TNCs) but have increased in popularity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SME). Recent events such as the COVID-19 pandemic and the complete Russian invasion of Ukraine in 2022 have exposed vulnerabilities in GVC. READ MORE

  2. 2. From Data to Dollars: Unraveling the Effect Data-Driven Decision-Making Has on Financial Performance in Swedish SMEs

    University essay from Jönköping University/Internationella Handelshögskolan

    Author : Elliot Stowe; Emilia Heidar; Filip Stefansson; [2023]
    Keywords : Data-Driven Decision-Making; DDDM; Big Data Analytics; SMEs; Financial Performance;

    Abstract : Background: Data-driven decision-making (DDDM) has emerged as a primary approach to decision-making in many organizations. It uses data and analytics to guide decision-making processes and can lead to better business outcomes. READ MORE

  3. 3. The Role of Trade Credit During the Covid Crisis - A study on Swedish SMEs' use of trade credit as a financial aid and its role as a substitution to bank financing

    University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för redovisning och finansiering

    Author : Carolina Gustavsson Martinetti; Daniel Rohdén; [2023]
    Keywords : Trade credit; Substitution effect; Financing; Covid; Financial distress;

    Abstract : The Covid crisis has introduced substantial uncertainties for SMEs, making them more vulnerable. Our study investigates Swedish SMEs' use of trade credit, both received and extended, as a medium for the mitigation of financial distress during the crisis. READ MORE

  4. 4. Entrepreneurial orientation and firm performance in SMEs:The case of Jordan

    University essay from Högskolan i Halmstad/Akademin för företagande, innovation och hållbarhet

    Author : JOMAH ABOU SAIF; [2023]
    Keywords : Entrepreneurial orientation; market orientation; strategic flexibility; environmental hostility; organizational performance; SMEs.;

    Abstract : While there is an abundance of research that shows a direct and positive relationship betweenentrepreneurial orientation (EO) and organizational performance the relationship is far from simpleand clear. Research suggest that the relationship is complex and is contingent on internal andexternal variables that affect this relationship. READ MORE

  5. 5. Intellectual Capital Driving SMEs Entrepreneurial Orientation towards Sustainable Development

    University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för management (MAN)

    Author : Anamaria Tanase; Mathara Bandarage Thisari Sihara; [2023]
    Keywords : Intellectual Capital; Entrepreneurial Orientation; Sustainability;

    Abstract : Addressing the scarce knowledge of sustainability practices in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), the purpose of this paper is to identify how and if there is a link between intellectual capital (IC) and entrepreneurial orientation (EO), and if this connection contributes to a company’s sustainability performance. Based on a series of semi-structured interviews conducted with Swedish SMEs, our findings show that despite the limitations these companies experience in terms of financial and human resources, a focus on tackling sustainability issues appears to inspire entrepreneurial behaviour. READ MORE