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The context-dependent nature of small firms' relations with support agencies : a three-sector study in the UK

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Edwards, P. K. (Paul K.), Sen Gupta, Sukanya and Tsai, Chin-ju (2010) The context-dependent nature of small firms' relations with support agencies : a three-sector study in the UK. International Small Business Journal, Volume 28 (Number 6). pp. 543-565. doi:10.1177/0266242610375769

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Abstract

Strategic networking is widely seen to be important for small firms, but most attention has been given to the operation of networks rather than the nature of links with firms' strategies and resources. The article addresses these links through a study of 89 firms in three sectors. Variations in their involvement in external relationships are the focus. Previous theory suggests that product market conditions and firms' internal structures, such as reliance on family labour, will explain the level of involvement. The evidence supports some of these ideas but also shows that the context of the sector is central. For firms, the lesson is to develop distinct kinds of external relationship, depending on the firm's context and strategic position. The policy implication is that business support agencies need to be sensitive to these highly specific contextual factors.

Item Type: Journal Article
Subjects: H Social Sciences > HD Industries. Land use. Labor > HD28 Management. Industrial Management
Divisions: Faculty of Social Sciences > Warwick Business School > Industrial Relations & Organisational Behaviour
Faculty of Social Sciences > Warwick Business School
Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH): Business networks -- Great Britain, Trade associations -- Great Britain, Small business -- Great Britain, Business logistics
Journal or Publication Title: International Small Business Journal
Publisher: Sage Publications Ltd.
ISSN: 0266-2426
Official Date: December 2010
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December 2010Published
Volume: Volume 28
Number: Number 6
Page Range: pp. 543-565
DOI: 10.1177/0266242610375769
Status: Peer Reviewed
Publication Status: Published
Access rights to Published version: Restricted or Subscription Access

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