ArticleHeliyon2020
Knowledge transfer and innovation performance of small and medium enterprises (SMEs): An informal economy analysis.
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- A systematic literature review on the use of multicriteria decision making methods for small and medium-sized enterprises innovation assessment.Frontiers in artificial intelligence · 2025Pooled it
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- A systematic knowledge graph-based smart management method for operations: A case study of standardized management.Heliyon · 2023Article
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- Relationship Between Knowledge Base and Innovation-Driven Growth: Moderated by Organizational Character.Frontiers in psychology · 2021Article
- The Performance Impact of New Ventures in Working Environment and Innovation Behavior From the Perspective of Personality Psychology.Frontiers in psychology · 2021Article
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Abstract
SME operators in the informal sector of developing economies have a significant influence on their nation's economies through their involvement in international business relationships. However, the existing deficiency in the literature to show empirical relationships between knowledge transfer, from these SMEs and their international business partners, and innovation performance is a significant gap in the strategic management and international business literature. Therefore, this paper explores the link between knowledge transfer and innovation performance of informal economy SMEs that are involved in international business relationships. The study included a survey of 370 owners-managers and managers of small and medium enterprises in Nigeria's informal electronic market. Using Structural Equation Model (AMOS 22) this study shows that knowledge transfer dimensions, such as R&D and social networking, have varying levels of impact on innovation performance of informal sector SMEs. Knowledge transfer from training showed an inverse and insignificant relationship with innovation performance. The study established implications and recommendations that will be useful for theory and practice.
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