Performance Of SMEs Research Articles

The Mediating Role of E-Commerce Adoption in the Relationship Between Government Support and SME Performance in Developing Countries

The Mediating Role of E-Commerce Adoption in the Relationship Between Government Support and SME Performance in Developing Countries

The Effect of Supply Chain Sustainability Practices on Romanian SME Performance

The paper uniquely assesses the relationship between the main elements of the sustainability of the supply chain and the performance of Romanian enterprises. To identify dimensions of supply chain sustainability, a sample survey was conducted on a structured questionnaire basis among a sample of 385 Romanian enterprises represented by supply chain managers and practitioners. The hypothesis testing and the validation of the proposed construct model were achieved by using the modeling of the equation with the smallest partial squares (SEM-PLS) and multigroup analysis (PLS-MGA). The results suggest a positive and significant relationship between supply chain sustainability practices and business performance. This study provides original evidence to Romanian managers that business performance can be maximized by focusing on increasing the economic, social, and environmental sustainability of the supply chain. The results of this quantitative marketing research add to the existing literature and have far-reaching theoretical and practical implications for enterprises in the Romanian economy.

Environmental analysis and impact on green business strategy and performance in SMEs post the Covid-19 pandemic

Environmental analysis and impact on green business strategy and performance in SMEs post the Covid-19 pandemic

Performance study of knowledge integration in marketing-oriented small and medium enterprises

Purpose: This study aims to examine the impact of the knowledge fermentation field on the knowledge integration performance of marketing-oriented SMEs. This research will help develop more useful market policies for company management. Design/Methodology/Approach: This research focuses on marketing-oriented SMEs, conducting a survey among 700 employees from 421 such enterprises. The collected data were analyzed to understand the influence of the knowledge fermentation field on the knowledge integration performance of these enterprises.
 Findings: Knowledge management plays a crucial role in marketing-oriented SMEs especially in terms of knowledge integration. Effective knowledge management strategies significantly enhance the market adaptability and innovation capabilities of these enterprises.
 Conclusion: The knowledge fermentation field in marketing-oriented SMEs positively impacts the enterprise's knowledge integration performance. The relationship between the field of knowledge fermentation and the performance of knowledge integration in marketing-oriented SMEs is moderated by the knowledge spiral fermentation system.
 Research Limitations and Implications: The study primarily targets marketing-oriented SMEs in a specific region and may not be entirely applicable to other regions or different types of enterprises. The influence of temporal variations on business knowledge integration performance may not have been properly taken into account during data collection.
 Practical Implications: This study provides businesses with an effective tool for developing and comprehending knowledge creation and innovation in the spiral fermentation system model of the knowledge ecosystem in small and medium-sized marketing companies. It fosters a healthier development path for the knowledge ecosystem in these enterprises.
 Contribution to the Literature: This study proposes a new theoretical framework in the field of knowledge management for marketing-oriented SMEs. It offers new perspectives and theoretical support for understanding and enhancing knowledge management practices in SMEs by integrating the concepts of the knowledge ecosystem and knowledge integration performance.

IMPACT OF WORD-OF-MOUTH MARKETING ON THE PERFORMANCE OF SMALL AND MEDIUM ENTERPRISES IN AFGHANISTAN

The objective of this research was to figure out the effect of word-of-mouth marketing on the overall performance of Afghan SMEs. The study employed a quantitative research approach, with data being gathered using a standardized questionnaire. Totally, 110 questionnaires were distributed by Google Forms to the owners of SMEs operating in Afghanistan. Collected data were then analyzed through regression tests and by SPSS version 23. Results from this study show that SMEs in Afghanistan benefit significantly from word-of-mouth marketing. Furthermore, the study's findings show that word-of-mouth marketing affects companies regardless of their employee numbers. The findings of the research hold significant value for SMEs owners, as they provide insights into how word-of-mouth marketing influences their companies.

The formalism of governance on the performance of family SMEs in chad

The aim of this study is to analyze the effects of family SME governance on their performance. Thus, the concern of this work is to present the most relevant agency relationships for analyzing the governance of family SMEs and the family factors that can be analyzed from the theoretical framework of agency and stewardship, given the limitations of agency theory for the study of family SME governance. The study is based on a sample of 182 Chadian family SMEs from a variety of sectors. The investigation is based on a hypothetico-deductive method, and the research results show that the impact of governance on performance is significant. A Principal Component Analysis (PCA) was carried out to identify specific factors for the three groups of variables: governance, altruism and family traits. Factor regression by respective degree of significance and importance of the factors shows that the factors governance formalism, relationships and delegations, internal relationships, training and experience and professional conflicts are the main drivers of SME performance. Finally, the impact of the altruism variable on performance is insignificant. In conclusion, the theoretical and managerial implications are discussed, along with the main avenues for future research.

Fostering Digital Excellence: A Multidimensional Exploration of the Collective Effects of Technological Adaptability, Employee Competitiveness, and Employee Dynamic Capabilities on Employee Digital Performance in Chinese SMEs

This study is grounded in a specific Eastern cultural region, undertaking a multidimensional exploration. We meticulously examined the intricate interplay between employee competitive attitudes (ECA) and behaviors (ECB), employee dynamic capability (EDC), and Competitive climate (CC), converging these factors to redefine the contours of Employee Digital Performance (EDP). The survey data for this study were collected from SMEs in four Chinese provinces: Shanghai, Guizhou, Guangdong, and Anhui. The analysis was conducted utilizing CB-SEM (AMOS) to analyze the newly conceptualized framework. The research findings unveil a profound reality: in the digital era, Technological Adaptability (TA), Employee Competitive Attitudes, Employee Competitive Behaviors, and Employee Dynamic Capabilities all exert positive influences on Employee Digital Performance. The study indicates that technological adaptability, as a forward variable of employee competitive attitude and employee competitive behavior, positively influences employees' competitive attitudes and behaviors. Employees possessing competitive attitudes and behaviors enhance their dynamic capabilities, thereby promoting employee digital performance. Furthermore, the research indicates that the Competitive Climate moderates Employee Competitive Behaviors, and Employee Competitive Attitudes drive Employee Dynamic Capabilities, enhancing Employee Digital Performance. In the process of Chinese SMEs striving for digital advantages, this research provides a distinctive perspective. It offers actionable insights into harnessing employees’ traits and capabilities within the continually evolving digital ecosystem.

Inklusi Keuangan, P2P Lending dan Kinerja UMKM: Peran Moderasi Literasi Keuangan

This research aims to examine the influence of financial inclusion and peer to peer lending (P2P lending) on the performance of SMEs in the city of Salatiga, as well as testing the moderating effect of financial literacy. This research used 92 MSMEs in the city of Salatiga as the sample. Primary data were processed by using the Moderated Regression Analysis (MRA) technique. The study findings prove that: financial inclusion and P2P lending have a positive effect on MSME performance, then financial literacy strengthens the positive influence of financial inclusion and P2P lending on MSME performance. This study contributes to enriching literature in the field of financial management for MSMEs and can be a consideration for stakeholders and MSME players to improve business performance.

The Impact of Finance, Infrastructure and Training on the Performance of SMEs in Pakistan

Aims: The aim of this paper is to determine the impact of infrastructure, finance and training on the performance of Pakistani SMEs, using micro level data.
 Study Design: Quantitative descriptive
 Place and Duration of Study: World Bank Enterprise survey of 1247 Pakistani manufacturing SMEs is used.
 Methodology: To test the hypothesis of this study, descriptive and regression analysis is used to regress firm performance variable on finance, infrastructure and training.
 Results: The principle finding of this paper shows that finance is highly significant and positive relationship with SMEs performance. In comparison, infrastructure and training did not significant impact on performance of SMEs.
 Conclusion: Through infrastructure, finance and training, SMEs can achieve better performance.

The Effect Of Entrepreneurship Competence And Islamic Business Ethics On The Performance Of Micro And Small Enterprises (SMEs) Makassar

The objective of this study is to (1) investigate the effect of entrepreneurial skills on the performance of micro and small enterprises (MSEs) in Makassar, (2) explore the implications of Islamic business ethics on the performance of MSEs in Makassar. The primary data were collected using questionnaires and multiple regression analysis. The population of this study were all participants of MSEs in Pasar Cidu, Makassar, and the sample used in this study consisted of 40 representatives, and the data obtained were analyzed by IBM SPSS Statistics 26. The results of this study indicate that (1) several business skills have a significant influence on the performance of SMEs, (2) some Islamic business ethics have a significant influence, and (3) both variables concurrently have a significant impact on the performance of SMEs in small and medium enterprises. So far, research findings suggest that entrepreneurial competence and Islamic business ethics strongly influence the performance of SMEs in Makassar. The significance of this study is to show that entrepreneurial ability has a substantial impact on the performance of SME participants. Likewise, Islamic business ethics influence consumers in making a purchase decision.

The impact of IT capability on the performance of SMEs in Ghana: the mediating role of business process agility

ABSTRACT Information technology (IT) is widely regarded as a competitive tool, particularly under conditions of a turbulent business environment. While IT capability can arguably enable firms to achieve superior performance, there is a limited understanding of the mechanisms and boundary conditions through which IT capability enhances firm performance. We developed and tested a model with the assumption that the relationship between IT capability and firm performance is channeled through business process agility (BPA), and conditional on the level of investment in Research & Development (R&D). The proposed relationships are tested on a sample of 400 SMEs in Ghana, a developing African market economy. This paper finds that BPA partially mediates the effect of IT capability on firm performance. The paper further finds that R&D investment strengthens the indirect effects of IT capability on firm performance, via BPA – both at high and low levels of R&D investment. The theoretical and managerial implications are discussed.

The Impact of Cloud Computing Adoption on Firm Performance Among SMEs in Palestine

This study seeks to identify the driving factors of cloud computing adoption (CCA) among SMEs, and examines the extent to which CCA shape SME performance. Data was gathered from 212 Halal SMEs in Palestine. This study uses a two-phase investigative method to test the research model through integrating structural equation modeling (SEM) and machine learning. SEM findings show that perceived benefit, facilitating states, server location, perceived cost, upper management support, perceived quality, and cloud providers' support significantly affect CCA. Besides, the article verifies that CCA positively shapes SMEs' performance. Machine learning findings unravel perceived benefit as the strongest determinant of CCA. This study is an initial attempt to develop a conceptual framework that hypothesizes the links between technological-organizational-environmental (TOE) factors and SMEs' intent for CCA in Palestine and provides empirical evidence regarding these links.

A Study on The Relationship of Leadership Styles on Employees’ Job Performance in SMES in Klang Valley, Malaysia

A Study on The Relationship of Leadership Styles on Employees’ Job Performance in SMES in Klang Valley, Malaysia

Due Diligence Associated with Risk Management and Linked to Management Control

Abstract Objective Due Diligence is considered an internal practice that analyzes and identifies the actual situation of an organization. Having a strategic relevance and impact on Mergers and Acquisitions, it provides a solid foundation for the final decision or negotiation. Given this relevance, it is considered an input for Management tools to have information precisely collected and oriented. Methodology The aim of this article is to confirm, through empirical research, namely a case study, conducted in Portuguese enterprises, the importance of Due Diligence and its role in Risk Management, assessing its usefulness as a management control tool and its potential impact on the performance of Portuguese SMEs. Findings Managers recognize that there is a lack of empirical research in this area, especially in terms of its impact on SMEs. Value added Few studies relate to the practices of Due Diligence associated with Risk Management and linked to Management control in SMEs in order to increase transparency and performance. Recommendations This study confirms the contribution Due Diligence can have to Risk Management and the consequent impact on performance when used linked to a Management control tool.

Examining the Moderating Role of Leadership in the Nexus between Organisational Justice and Employee Performance in Ghanaian SMEs

Examining the Moderating Role of Leadership in the Nexus between Organisational Justice and Employee Performance in Ghanaian SMEs

The relationship between mass customization and sustainable performance: The role of firm size and global E-commerce

The formation of mass customization competencies is crucial for the increasing number of manufacturing companies in modern times. This study assessed the relationship between mass customization capability and its determinants on sustainable performance. Additionally, it explores the mediating role of mass customization capability and sustainable performance, while also examining the moderating effects of firm size and cross-border eCommerce in these associations. The study used online survey data from 339 manufacturing small-to-medium-sized enterprises in China to test the hypothesized relationships. The collected data were analyzed using partial least square structural equation modeling and necessary condition analysis. The results indicated that flexible manufacturing competencies, modular product architecture, and customer relationship management are significantly and positively connected to mass customization capability. Moreover, the study observed that mass customization capability and competitive pressure have a significant positive influence on the sustainable performance of Chinese manufacturing SMEs. The findings also revealed that firm size and cross-border e-commerce engagement have a negative and positive moderating effect, respectively, between mass customization capability on sustainable performance, which confirms a relatively higher effect of customization capability on sustainable performance among smaller firms and firms engaged in cross-border eCommerce. Fundamentally, these findings can lead to the development of a comprehensive framework to promote mass customization capability, cross-border e-commerce, and sustainable development of manufacturing small-to-medium-sized enterprises China.

The impact of innovation on the financial performance of SMEs after the COVID-19 pandemic

The impact of innovation on the financial performance of SMEs after the COVID-19 pandemic

HOW DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION CAN AFFECT PRODUCT INNOVATION PERFORMANCE MSMES: EVIDENCE FROM WEST JAVA

This study aims to examine the relationship of foresight capability to the innovation performance of SMEs by using digital transformation as a mediating variable. This study uses a quantitative research method. Data collection was carried out through a structured offline questionnaire. The technique of determining the sampling is done by using purposive sampling. The population in this study were SMEs originating from the West Java region, with a total of 187 questionnaires collected. This research uses structural equation modeling (SEM) to test the hypothesis. This study proposes ten hypotheses, of which seven direct effect hypotheses and three hypotheses test the mediating effect. The study's results found that foresight capability can affect product innovation performance. The effect of foresight capability (network and analysis) can affect digital transformation, but the time horizon cannot affect digital transformation. Digital transformation can affect the performance of MSMEs product innovation. This study found that digital transformation can partially mediate network relationships and analysis on product innovation performance and cannot mediate time horizon relationships on product innovation performance. The findings of this study enrich the foresight literature, digital transformation, and innovation performance of MSMEs products.

Government Subsidies and Innovation Performance of SMEs

Government Subsidies and Innovation Performance of SMEs

Do Government Interventions and Transformational Leadership Matter? A Moderation-Mediation Analysis of SME Performance During COVID-19 in Ghana

Do Government Interventions and Transformational Leadership Matter? A Moderation-Mediation Analysis of SME Performance During COVID-19 in Ghana