Temat: SMEs - Prolib Integro

Skocz do pozycji: 1.

Tytuł:: Entrepreneurial orientation of SMEs executives in the comparative perspective for Czechia and Turkey
Autorzy:: Ključnikov, Aleksandr
Civelek, Mehmet
Čech, Petr
Kloudová, Jitka
Tematy:: entrepreneurial orientation
Czech SMEs
Turkish SMEs
age
gender and educational status of SMEs’ executives; Pokaż więcej
Wydawca:: Instytut Badań Gospodarczych
Powiązania:: https://bibliotekanauki.pl/articles/19107362.pdf Link otwiera się w nowym oknie
Opis:: Research background: The executives of SMEs that have higher innovativeness, risk taking, proactiveness, competitive aggressiveness and autonomy dynamize the strategic posture of SMEs, thus, those firms can reach better financial and economic conditions. However, existence of many differences among countries, such as cultural values and market conditions, can cause variations in EO of these executives. Therefore, this fact can be one of the reasons why the performance and financial power of SMEs differ in various countries. Purpose of the article: This study aspires to find out the differences in entrepreneurial orientation (EO) of younger and older, female and male, and more and less educated executives of SMEs from various countries. Methods: 1141 Czech and 479 Turkish executives were analyzed separately by the Mann-Whitney U test, to find out the differences in EO. The researcher ran the analyzes by SPSS Statistical Software. Findings & Value added: The results indicate that risk-taking and competitive aggressiveness of the executives differ regarding their gender, while innovativeness, proactiveness and autonomy do not. While there are significant differences between proactiveness, autonomy and innovativeness of older and younger executives, no differences exist in risk-taking and competitive aggressiveness. Regarding educational status, more educated executives perform better in innovativeness, proactiveness and autonomy, while less educated executives have higher propensities in risk taking and competitive aggressiveness. Masculinity, fear of failure, perception of obstacles, motivation of SMEs' executives and location of businesses might be the reasons of these results. By including the survey respondents from different countries and all dimensions of EO into the analyses, this study finds similarities and differences in gender, age and education levels and of SMEs' executives and their EO. This research also suggests some policies for governments and institutions to close the gap between EO of the executives. These facts not only make this research to unique, but also constitute a valuable addition to the literature.
Dostawca treści:: Biblioteka Nauki

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Tytuł:: The evaluation of the regional policy for SMEs in Malopolska
Ewaluacja regionalnej polityki wsparcia MSP w Małopolsce
Autorzy:: Sadowski, Piotr
Opis:: Głównym celem niniejszej pracy jest ocena wpływu regionalnej polityki wsparcia MSP w Małopolsce 2014-2019. W pracy przedstawiono kryteria identyfikacji MSP oraz omówiono ich wpływ na gospodarkę. Wiedza o głównych kierunkach wspierania tego sektora w Polsce, a dokładniej w Małopolsce, została usystematyzowana. Wpływ programów wsparcia na kondycję sektora MSP w Małopolsce zbadano z wykorzystaniem wtórej analizy danych. Po badaniu można stwierdzić, że kondycja małopolskiego sektora MSP poprawiła się dzięki realizacji programów wsparcia w latach 2014-2019. W dokumentach strategicznych województwa małopolskiego MSP odgrywają ważną rolę w rozwoju. Władze regionu przygotowały wiele form wsparcia finansowego i merytorycznego dla tego sektora. Do końca lipca 2021 r. ze wsparcia skorzystało 14 770 MSP.
The main aim of this thesis is to evaluate the impact of the regional policy for SMEs in Malopolska on the condition of this sector of enterprises in the years 2014-2019. The thesis presents the criteria of identifying SMEs and discusses their impact on the economy. The knowledge about the main directions of supporting this sector in Poland, and more specifically in Malopolska, has been systematized. The impact of support programs on the condition of the SME sector in Malopolska was examined with the use of secondary data. After the analysis, it can be concluded that the condition of the Malopolska SME sector improved due to the implementation of the support programs in the years 2014-2019. In Malopolska's strategic documents, SMEs play an important role in development. The region's authorities have prepared a lot of financial and substantive support for this sector. By the end of July 2021, 14,770 SMEs had benefited from the support.
Dostawca treści:: Repozytorium Uniwersytetu Jagiellońskiego

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Tytuł:: Opportunities of lean thinking in improving the competitiveness of the HUNGARIAN SME sector
Autorzy:: Koloszár, L.
Tematy:: SMEs
lean implementation
lean manufacturing
lean thinking
Hungarian SMEs; Pokaż więcej
Wydawca:: Polska Akademia Nauk. Czytelnia Czasopism PAN
Powiązania:: https://bibliotekanauki.pl/articles/407315.pdf Link otwiera się w nowym oknie
Opis:: One of the key factors of a competitive economy is creating a strong, internationally competitive SME sector. This essay is based on the fact that management tools used in the SME sector are insufficient. With the development of these tools, the competitiveness of companies could improve. According to the literature, using lean thinking has a positive influence on the company’s effectiveness, and also proved that lean approach can be successfully extended out of the car industry, into the limitedly resourced SME sector, too. Even though the topic of lean manufacturing is analysed by many studies, there is a lack of papers dealing with its usage in the SME sector. The originality of this paper lies in analysing the current status of using lean manufacturing practices among the Hungarian SMEs operating in the manufacturing industry. The paper includes an examination about how deeply the elements of lean thinking are present in the Hungarian SME sector, how large the development reserves are, and whether there is a difference between the usage of lean practices. A structured questionnaire was used for data collection. SMEs’ representatives, mostly CEOs and managers from the Hungarian manufacturing industry participated in the survey. The sample contained 128 observations. The study has two control variables, which are the size of the company and the relation to the lean management. The survey brought the following results. First of all, it shows that the level of using lean is low among the Hungarian SMEs. Furthermore, customer orientation is a key factor in the sector, however, there are considerable possibilities for progress by the inner processes and the handling and involvement of the suppliers. Firstly, a good basis to increase the effectiveness could be the creation of thinking in processes influencing the supply chain. Secondly, the development of the leadership and the involvement of the employees at some level are also significant. Key findings is that without state incitement and the involvement of outside experts, progress cannot be expected to spread on a broad scope. The background of the research method was created to fit the available literature and to capable to be used in other countries, too. Moreover, this way the available information can be expanded with a regional dimension, in case further studies are going to be made.
Dostawca treści:: Biblioteka Nauki

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Tytuł:: Comparative Analysis of Innovative Activity Determinants in Selected SME’s in Brazil and Poland. Results of Empirical Researches
Autorzy:: Norek, Tomasz
Arenhardt, Daniel Luis
Tematy:: innovative SMEs
determinants of innovation activity
SMEs in Brazil and Poland; Pokaż więcej
Wydawca:: Instytut Badań Gospodarczych
Powiązania:: https://bibliotekanauki.pl/articles/517146.pdf Link otwiera się w nowym oknie
Opis:: The basic goal of this article is an attempt to conduct comparative analysis of innovation determinants in companies of small and medium enterprises sector in Brazil and Poland. The comparison shall enable evaluation which determinants stimulate and which are barriers to innovativeness development in the SME sector in the researched countries. Additionally, such comparison shall indicate if and in what way the economical potentials, cultural differences and different historical conditions of the economic development of the researched countries influence the determinants of the innovative activity of the SME sector. The Authors put forward the following research hypothesis:H1: The determinants forming the innovative potential are similar for Brazilian and Polish companies of SME sector. In order to examine the hypothesis, the Authors have browsed the world literature on the subject of innovative actions determinants in companies with a special consideration of SME sector companies, they have presented the present condition of innovativeness in SME sector companies in Brazil and Poland (an Internet questionnaire has been used in the research) and they have conducted own empirical researches on the determinants influencing the innovativeness level. The received results have been subject to basic statistical comparative analysis and on this basis with the logical induction the Authors have made conclusions on the determinants of innovative activity in researched companies. The article includes the results of all the empirical researches conducted by the Authors in the years 2009-2013 and generally available data considering the innovativeness level in the researched countries.
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Tytuł:: The capital structure of Polish small and medium-sized enterprises and its impact on their competitiveness
Autorzy:: Wolański, Robert
Tematy:: SMEs
competitiveness
capital structure; Pokaż więcej
Wydawca:: Uniwersytet Warszawski. Wydawnictwo Naukowe Wydziału Zarządzania
Powiązania:: https://bibliotekanauki.pl/articles/482954.pdf Link otwiera się w nowym oknie
Opis:: The article discusses the problem of the relationship between the capital structure and the level of competitiveness of SMEs in Poland. The objective of the article is to determine the impact capital structure has on the level of competitiveness of SMEs in Poland. The capital structure of SMEs is dominated by internal funds. Among external sources of financing, bank loans and leasing are predominant. This structure is consistent with the relevant theoretical models. The study shows no significant differences in the financing of current operations, innovation, and competitiveness improvement. The lack of relationship indicates that the capital structure of SMEs has little impact on their competitiveness. The results of the study demonstrate that all external sources of financing improve the competitiveness of SMEs, but the strength of their impact is different. The strongest impact is shown for venture capital, guarantees, and leasing; the weakest – for bank loans and the issuance of shares and bonds. A significant factor is the degree of alignment of a particular financing source with the special needs of SMEs. This significant relationship is demonstrated for all the sources most commonly used by SMEs
Dostawca treści:: Biblioteka Nauki

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Tytuł:: Konkurencyjność sektora MŚP – rola i znaczenie klastrów
Clusters as a tool to improve the competitiveness of the SME sector
Autorzy:: Majewska, Alicja
Tematy:: innovation
competitiveness
SMEs
clusters; Pokaż więcej
Wydawca:: Uniwersytet Rzeszowski. Wydział Ekonomii
Powiązania:: https://bibliotekanauki.pl/articles/534252.pdf Link otwiera się w nowym oknie
Opis:: The aim of the publication is to show the impact of clusters on the competitiveness of the SME sector. The analysis was based both on theoretical sources and selected research results. The analysis confirmed the hypothesis that defines clusters as a means towards improving the competitiveness of enterprises, assuming the application of innovation policies by the group
Dostawca treści:: Biblioteka Nauki

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Tytuł:: Barriers to the implementation of artificial intelligence in small and medium-sized enterprises: Pilot study
Autorzy:: Zavodna, Lucie Sara
Überwimmer, Margarethe
Frankus, Elisabeth
Tematy:: AI
barriers
implementation
SMEs; Pokaż więcej
Wydawca:: Uniwersytet Ekonomiczny w Katowicach
Powiązania:: https://bibliotekanauki.pl/articles/55575367.pdf Link otwiera się w nowym oknie
Opis:: Aim/purpose - This pilot study explores the main obstacles hindering the effective implementation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in small and medium-sized companies (SMEs). By thoroughly understanding these barriers, organizations can develop customized strategies and interventions to overcome them, facilitating smoother and more successful AI adoption. The paper's primary goal is to help organizations understand the barriers to AI adoption to develop tailored strategies and interventions to overcome these challenges, leading to a more efficient and successful integration of AI. Through a rigorous examination of real-world experiences and perceptions, this paper seeks to elucidate the multifaceted challenges that impede the effective deployment of AI solutions. Design/methodology/approach - The study identifies four main impediments to AI implementation based on data from 22 interviews with industry experts in the Czech Republic and Austria. Findings - First, a notable lack of trust emerges as a significant barrier, with stakeholders harboring apprehensions regarding AI's reliability, ethical implications, or potential consequences. Second, the knowledge gap hampers progress, indicating a need for better understanding and expertise in AI technologies and applications. Third, infrastructure limitations, including inadequate computing resources, outdated systems, or insufficient technical support, pose a challenge. Lastly, a shortage of skilled professionals proficient in AI further complicates implementation efforts, highlighting the importance of nurturing talent and expertise. Research implications/limitations - The findings regarding AI implementation strategies are significant for small and medium-sized enterprises. Although the research focuses on Czech and Austrian companies, the findings may apply to other countries. Additionally, it is worth noting that this is qualitative research with a smaller sample size. Originality/value/contribution - By addressing these barriers proactively, organizations can navigate the complexities of AI adoption more effectively and unlock its transformative potential.
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Tytuł:: The use of employees as experts in unusual situations: service SMEs prospect
Autorzy:: Dziubińska, Agnieszka
Komańda, Marcin
Wydawca:: Oficyna Wydawnicza Politechniki Opolskiej
Cytata wydawnicza:: Komańda M., Dziubińska A. (2019), The use of employees as experts in unusual situations: service SMEs prospect, „Organization and Management. Scientific Papers of Silesian University of Technology” no. 136, s. 257-266. http://dx.doi.org/10.29119/1641-3466.2019.136.20
Opis:: Nowadays, the role of employees, especially those who have contact with clients of 9an enterprise, is becoming crucial for determining the opportunities for putting into effect,10innovative business solutions. The challenge behind the described issue is also for the enterprise 11to react efficiently to unusual situations. This paper answers the question whether there are 12significant differences in the way employees are used as experts in unusual situations depending 13on how long the enterprise has been conducted its business activity. A survey in the Mix Mode 14Survey Design formula was conducted for this purpose. Altogether there were 260 respondents 15representing small and medium-sized service enterprises from the territory of Poland who 16participated in the research. The obtained scientific results indicate that among the surveyed 17respondents,there are opinions that answer the posed research question in a positive manner.
Dostawca treści:: Repozytorium Centrum Otwartej Nauki

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Tytuł:: How do SMEs from different countries perceive export impediments depending on their firm-level characteristics? System approach
Autorzy:: Civelek, Mehmet
Krajčík, Vladimír
Tematy:: SMEs
export barriers
firm size-age-sector
Czech-Slovak-Hungarian SMEs
export risk; Pokaż więcej
Wydawca:: Instytut Badań Gospodarczych
Powiązania:: https://bibliotekanauki.pl/articles/19322485.pdf Link otwiera się w nowym oknie
Opis:: Research background: The differences in the legal structures, tax rates, and cultural-linguistic issues of various countries have always been a significant concern for SMEs in their exporting activities and internationalization processes. However, since firm-level characteristics might provide some advantages or disadvantages in their operations, their perceptions of export impediments might vary across size, age, and sector groups. Purpose of the article: This paper investigates the perceptions of export impediments by 408 larger-smaller, older-younger, and manufacturing-nonmanufacturing Czech, Slovakian and Hungarian SMEs in a country-based perspective. Methods: The researchers use the random sampling method to create research samples and employ an internet-mediated questionnaire to collect the research data. The researchers use both Independent Sample T-test and ANOVA analyses to find differences between size, age, and sector groups. Findings & value added: While the differences exist between the perceptions of Slovakian larger-smaller and manufacturing-nonmanufacturing SMEs regarding cultural differences, the perceptions of legal and tax-related export impediments by SMEs do not differ depending on their age, size, and sector. This paper contributes to the literature by confirming various perceptions of SMEs in different countries and different characteristics regarding export obstacles and providing an entity-specific and international scope that policymakers and SMEs can benefit from. Awareness of the policymakers regarding the results of this paper that includes differences and similarities in SMEs' perceptions of export barriers might make them have close interactions with SMEs to reduce SMEs' concerns regarding their export risks. On the other hand, SMEs that are aware of the results of this paper can be more interested in having a broader network that includes close relationships not only with intermediary firms, but also with governments to overcome the export impediments.
Dostawca treści:: Biblioteka Nauki

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Tytuł:: SMEs capital structure determinants: empirical evidence from Kazakhstan
Autorzy:: Kokeyeva, Samal
Tematy:: capital structure
panel data
SMEs; Pokaż więcej
Wydawca:: Wydawnictwo Uniwersytetu Ekonomicznego we Wrocławiu
Powiązania:: https://bibliotekanauki.pl/articles/947710.pdf Link otwiera się w nowym oknie
Opis:: The purpose of this paper is to study the standard firm-factor determinants on capital structure of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). To this end, we analyzed small and medium sized firms in Kazakhstan, where all sectors were considered. We use panel data methods to investigate the determinants of capital structure for non-financial SMEs in Kazakhstan. This study examines the impact of key determinants such as asset tangibility, size, growth, profitability and tax rate of SMEs. The trade-off theory and the pecking order theory of capital structure guided this study. The results suggest that despite some differences in the influence of factors on the capital structure, most of the determinants presented by the theory of finance appear indeed to be relevant for the Kazakhstan small and medium business sector.
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