... and Generalized Estimating Equations econometric techniques were used to understand the association between different features of knowledge intensity and the strength of internationalization observed in these firms (exports, imports and Foreign Direct Investment). Findings The findings reveal the driving...

... economies of scale or internationalization (Lupton and Beamish, 2014) and product-based knowledge acquisition through economies of scope or innovation (Nuruzzaman and Singh, 2019). We posit that because business groups are diversified their affiliates are in a better strategic position to manage...

.... In this scenario, this paper aims to investigate the entrepreneurial facets and managerial aspects (entrepreneurial orientation/managerial intentionality) of MNCs’ internationalization from a knowledge-based perspective. Design/methodology/approach A theory-building approach is applied, involving a comparative...

... rights only This study aims to explore the intention–action relationship of small and medium-sized (SMEs) firms with knowledge capital that declare their intention to internationalize from their inception. The authors apply the theory of planned behavior and hand-collect a database...

...Martin Johanson; Pao T. Kao; Heléne Lundberg Purpose The purpose of this paper is to understand knowledge grafting through localized professionals in the internationalization of the firm. Knowledge grafting refers to firms increasing their knowledge stock by acquiring new staff, and while...

... internationalization, reverse knowledge transfer and social capital and organizational innovation are analyzed. Design/methodology/approach – Structural equation modeling was used to check the research hypotheses with a sample of 104 multinational companies. Findings – The results show that internalization...