The business structure in Jalisco, Mexico is primarily composed of micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Thus, it is fundamentally necessary to understand the dynamics, evolution and above all, the strategic challenges of this sector in order to understand the state’s economic...

The aim of this research is to analyze the internationalization strategies followed by small and medium enterprises (SMEs) of Jalisco. Specifically, we want to identify cases of early internationalization, and how SMEs get and manage their resources. We developed an analytical framework based on...

The aim of this paper is to analyze the internationalization strategies followed by enterprises in the world, distinguishing between big enterprises and other firms (SMEs). In particular, we want to delve into determinants of internationalization and processes that allow companies to perform in...

This paper examines the determining factors in the success of the small and medium-sized business. The emphasis of the investigation has been in the role played by intangible assets in the establishment and maintenance of a competitive advantage. In order to analyze in detail the characteristics...

This paper examines the determining factors in the success of the small and medium-sized business. The emphasis of the investigation has been in the role played by intangible assets in the establishment and maintenance of a competitive advantage. In order to analyze in detail the characteristics...

In recent years the case study methodology has been used much more in conducting research on firms. This increase is due to the needs and requirements, and to the perception that the results obtained by using such a methodology are of superior quality. The growing acceptance of case studies has...

Recently, innovation and internationalization strategies have explained firm success. Some authors argue that innovation settles internationalization while some others point that internationalization settles the firm’s innovation level. This work unifies these theories, arguing that both...