... firms' competitive advantages in China. Design/methodology/approach Literature review and multiple case studies (i.e. Dinghan Technology, Flush Network, Aier Eye, and Huayi Brothers) are used. Findings After defining business model, the authors integrate the activity system approach...

...Tariq Malik Purpose The purpose of this paper is to explore whether being a first‐mover into the Chinese market through strategic alliance with host companies provides competitive advantages to the foreign entrant. The aim is to understand the relevance of the first‐mover and internationalization...

... study methodology and data triangulation techniques based on archival research and reports of statistical agencies both at central and local government level. Findings Industry clusters assist in regional economic development by increasing local competitive advantages and creating an industrial...

... of appropriate competitive strategies and important resources and competencies (IRCs) to establish long‐term competitive advantages. Design/methodology/approach The overarching conceptual framework consists of both external and internal analyses. Since, the scope of work is very broad, the materials...