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| Author: | Hanna, V. Walsh, K. |
| Title: | Small firm networks: a successful approach to innovation? |
| Journal: | R. and D. Management
2002 : JUL, VOL. 32:3, p. 201-208 |
| Index terms: | COMPANIES SMALL BUSINESS INNOVATION MANAGEMENT |
| Language: | eng |
| Abstract: | This paper considers the increasing trend of inter- working among small firms. Networks of small firms cooperate in certain activities, such as marketing, purchasing, R&D, training or manufacturing. The authors answer the question does co-operation lead to innovation. To answer this question published evaluations of small firms cooperating for mutual benefit are reappraised. Inter-working among small firms is then investigated further by interviewing three network brokers. The brokers were funded by regional governments and they facilitated co-operation between small firms. These semi-structured discussions explored the key characteristics of successful networks, the responsibilities of the broker and the level of innovation occurring. |
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