Global interfirm networks: The division of entrepreneurial labor between MNEs and SMEs

Peter J. Buckley*, Shameen Prashantham

*Corresponding author for this work

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Abstract

We advance a multifaceted and spatially anchored account of the who, the how, and the where of global interfirm networks through our novel conceptualization of the division of entrepreneurial labor between multinational enterprises (MNEs) and small and medium- size enterprises (SMEs). The capability dimension pertains to the differential capability sets of SMEs and MNEs in exploration and exploitation, respectively (the who). The connectivity dimension posits network orchestration/participation and dialogue as dif- ferentially addressing the distinct facets of interdependence-viz., mutual dependence and power imbalance, respectively (the how). The contextuality dimension concerns the differential approaches adopted in advanced versus emerging economies (the where).

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationThe Global Factory
Subtitle of host publicationNetworked Multinational Enterprises in the Modern Global Economy
PublisherEdward Elgar
Pages28-46
Number of pages19
ISBN (Electronic)9781786431332
ISBN (Print)9781786431325
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 23 Feb 2018

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