2023
DOI: 10.1002/tie.22347
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The role of networks and capabilities in the internationalization of SMEs in North Africa: The case of Egyptian SMEs

Abstract: Executive SummaryThis research studies the role of networks in the internationalization of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in an emerging country; mediated by internationalization capabilities. Self‐administered surveys targeting 300 SMEs in Egypt were employed, and Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) was used to test the proposed hypotheses. The results indicated that nonbusiness institutional networks have a direct positive impact on Egyptian SMEs' international performance, while the direct relationship … Show more

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“…Network Theory, in addition to being considered a theoretical approach, is simultaneously defined in the literature as one of several internationalisation models (Sharma & Johanson, 1987;Welch & Welch, 1996;Zarei et al, 2011;Roque et al, 2019b ;Aldibiki & El Ebrashi, 2023). This theory considers "Internationalisation" as a process in which continuous relationships are established that may be maintained, developed, or terminated, according to a company's goals (Johanson & Mattsson, 1988).…”
Section: Network and Born Global Models Of Internationalisationmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Network Theory, in addition to being considered a theoretical approach, is simultaneously defined in the literature as one of several internationalisation models (Sharma & Johanson, 1987;Welch & Welch, 1996;Zarei et al, 2011;Roque et al, 2019b ;Aldibiki & El Ebrashi, 2023). This theory considers "Internationalisation" as a process in which continuous relationships are established that may be maintained, developed, or terminated, according to a company's goals (Johanson & Mattsson, 1988).…”
Section: Network and Born Global Models Of Internationalisationmentioning
confidence: 99%