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on Economics of Strategic Management |
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Issue of 2024‒01‒01
five papers chosen by João José de Matos Ferreira, Universidade da Beira Interior |
| By: | Alfonso Expósito ((University of Málaga, Spain). ORCID number: 0000-0002-9248-4879); Juan A. Amparo Sanchis-Llopis ((University of Valencia and ERICES, Spain). ORCID number: 0000-0002-0872-7859); Juan A. Juan A. Sanchis-Llopis ((University of Valencia and ERICES, Spain). ORCID number: 0000-0001-9664-4668) |
| Abstract: | This study explores whether there are significant differences between female- and male-led businesses in terms of the performance results they obtain from innovating. We use a sample of 1, 376 Spanish small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to analyze the impact of entrepreneur gender on business performance considering the mediating effect of innovations, that is, the possibility that gender indirectly influences business performance by affecting the introduction of innovations. Using econometric techniques, we estimate discrete choice models to explore the relationship among gender, innovations and business’ performance. Our analysis is multidimensional in that we consider two types of performance indicators, financial and operational, and three types of innovations: product, process and organisational innovations. Our empirical findings show that, after controlling for other entrepreneurial and business characteristics, menled SMEs are more likely to obtain better performance from their innovations, and in particular, from their higher propensity to introduce process innovations, as compared to women-led SMEs. We extend existing empirical literature in the gender and entrepreneur research fields regarding the role of entrepreneur gender in the innovation-performance relationship, and contribute to the understanding of the role of gender in SMEs performance. Our study suggests the need to incorporate a gender perspective in those policies dealing with enhancing SMEs innovativeness and performance. |
| Keywords: | Gender of entrepreneur; small and medium-enterprises; innovations; financial performance; operational performance; bivariate probit model. |
| JEL: | C35 J16 F14 M21 |
| Date: | 2023–10 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:eec:wpaper:2308&r=cse |
| By: | Huynh, Cong Minh; Vo, Long Kiet |
| Abstract: | This research investigates the complex impact of supply chain dynamic capabilities through various dimensions (including cooperation, integration, agility, and responsiveness) on operational performance at the manufacturing enterprises in Vietnam. The results highlight the crucial importance of cooperation in promoting innovation, integration in facilitating decision-making processes, agility in navigating unpredictable circumstances, and responsiveness in serving the needs of customers. The aforementioned observations have significant ramifications for both the academic and industrial sectors. We offer valuable empirical support for researchers to conduct more in-depth inquiries, along with providing practical strategies for businesses to optimize their supply chain operations. This study also makes a valuable contribution to the developing discipline of supply chain management by elucidating the mechanisms through which dynamic capabilities drive operational excellence in a swiftly changing industrial environment. |
| Keywords: | Collaboration capability, Integration capability, Responsiveness capability, Agility capability, Dynamic capability |
| JEL: | L10 L20 M10 |
| Date: | 2023–11–15 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:pra:mprapa:119170&r=cse |
| By: | OECD |
| Abstract: | In the context of the green transition, universities have much to offer in joint green innovation projects with business, government and citizens. As hubs of diverse expertise, universities are uniquely placed to build interdisciplinary teams and bridge gaps between society and industry. Their regional ties also enable them to engage with the local ecosystem. This paper draws from ten international case studies of university partnerships with industry and society in green mobility, green energy and green products, services and processes. The comparative evidence gathered from interviews with representatives from these initiatives examines universities’ practices for green co-creation. Additionally, the paper outlines policy recommendations crucial to supporting these initiatives, essential for the global success of sustainable development efforts. |
| Keywords: | civil society, co-creation, Green transition, Industry-science linkages, Innovation, Innovation policy, STI policy, universities |
| JEL: | O30 O36 O38 |
| Date: | 2023–12–04 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:oec:stiaac:163-en&r=cse |
| By: | Subash Sasidharan (Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Madras); Shandre Thangavelu (Jeffrey Cheah Institute of Southeast Asia, Sunway University and Institute for International Trade, University of Adelaide) |
| Abstract: | Industrial agglomeration is an important component to create efficiency and externalities for industrial growth and competitiveness for the Indian economy. In this paper, we examine the spatial location of Indian firms and industry agglomeration at district and township level for the Indian economy. Particularly, we examine the impact of urban amenities in driving the industrial agglomeration in the Indian economy using firm-level data. We carefully control for township-level urban amenities, as well as firm level characteristics in affecting the industry agglomeration. As opposed to previous stateand district-level studies, we examine the impact of urban amenities at a more disaggregated township level for 2011. The study also examines the impact of urban amenities on manufacturing, as well as the services sector. The empirical analysis findings indicate a positive correlation between town-level disparities in industry agglomeration and various amenities, including education, healthcare, energy, transportation, finance, and cultural resources. These results remain consistent when considering alternative measures of agglomeration and conducting sub-sample analyses. |
| Keywords: | Industrial Agglomeration; Urban Amenities |
| JEL: | F15 O15 |
| Date: | 2023–09–13 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:era:wpaper:dp-2023-14&r=cse |
| By: | Akimkina, Dariya; Khrustalev, Evgenij |
| Abstract: | In the current circumstances, successful implementation of forced import substitution is impossible without creating conditions for the interaction of innovation actors. In this context, the article explores the possibilities for accelerating the import substitution process by introducing the triple helix concept. This model's components — the government, business, research and education sectors — are at the same time subjects of innovation. Based on an analysis of the features of their development and functioning, the growing importance of the educational sector and the need to restore the interrelationships between the elements are shown. The aim of the research is to find tools for the triple helix model's adaptation to Russian circumstances in order to accelerate the import substitution and technology transfer processes |
| Keywords: | triple helix model, import substitution, education, sanctions |
| JEL: | O14 O15 O3 O32 |
| Date: | 2023–10–20 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:pra:mprapa:119304&r=cse |