UNSPECIFIED. (2002) The dynamics of SME information systems. SMALL BUSINESS ECONOMICS, 19 (4). pp. 341-354. ISSN 0921-898X

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Abstract

The process by which small firms (SMEs) invest in and gain benefit from information systems (IS) is little understood. This paper analyses two alternative models of IS-based strategic change - the Focus-Dominance model (Levy et al., 2001) and stages of growth models as applied to SMEs. An analysis of the outcomes of IS strategy development undertaken for 43 SMEs maps their IS use over time. The analysis supports the Focus-Dominance model, some parts of the stages of growth model and extends the critique of the latter. Further variances are explained by the entrepreneur/owner's values and experience. One structural variable, namely, the industry sector may also explain the variances. The implications for theory and practice are discussed.

Item Type:	Journal Article
Subjects:	H Social Sciences > HF Commerce H Social Sciences > HC Economic History and Conditions H Social Sciences > HD Industries. Land use. Labor > HD28 Management. Industrial Management
Journal or Publication Title:	SMALL BUSINESS ECONOMICS
Publisher:	KLUWER ACADEMIC PUBL
ISSN:	0921-898X
Date:	December 2002
Volume:	19
Number:	4
Number of Pages:	14
Page Range:	pp. 341-354
Publication Status:	Published
URI:	http://wrap.warwick.ac.uk/id/eprint/10666

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