Emerging patterns of international business: Implications for public policy

Abstract

Increasing numbers of small and medium sized firms (SMEs) are becoming active in international business. This phenomenon is being facilitated by numerous trends in the macro-environment of the firm. However, SMEs are typically quite resource-constrained relative to their larger, traditional rivals. Many SMEs fail to bridge the gap between initial exporting efforts and ultimate success abroad. We propose a number of programs that governments can implement to help SMEs in overcoming the initial, challenging period of internationalization.

Citation

Knight, G.A. and Yaprak, A. (2000), "Emerging patterns of international business: Implications for public policy", Yaprak, A. and Tutek, H. (Ed.) Globalization, the Multinational Firm, and Emerging Economies (Advances in International Marketing, Vol. 10), Emerald Group Publishing Limited, Leeds, pp. 385-397. https://doi.org/10.1016/S1474-7979(00)10018-3