Independence or interdependence of small firms

What is it about?

The paper presents a longitudinal study of a furniture firm. The firm's relationship with its large foreign customer is analysed from the perspective of the marketoriented power dependence and the IMP interdependence concept. The analysis shows how micro and small firms may derive benefits from their relationships with foreign and/or larger business entities.

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Why is it important?

The recommendations may be applied to design a policy supporting micro and small enterprises representing low-technology industries from economies with a limited internal market. It should also help small firms to find solutions regarding their cooperation with larger and/or more powerful customers.