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Title: Entrepreneurial Orientation and New Product Success: A Study of Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises
Abstract:
This study examines the relationship between entrepreneurial orientation (EO) and new product success (NPS) in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). EO is a key factor in determining a firm's innovative behavior and ability to adapt to changing market conditions. NPS is a critical outcome for firms seeking to stay competitive in the market. The study uses a survey of 150 SMEs in the manufacturing sector to investigate the relationship between EO and NPS. The results show that EO has a positive and significant impact on NPS. Specifically, the study finds that entrepreneurial firms that are more innovative, risk-taking, and proactive in their approach to new product development are more likely to achieve success with their new products.
Introduction:
In today's fast-paced and competitive business environment, firms must continually innovate and adapt to changing market conditions to stay ahead of the competition. SMEs, in particular, face significant challenges in terms of resources and capabilities, making it essential for them to develop effective strategies for new product development. EO is a key factor in determining a firm's ability to innovate and adapt, and is therefore a critical component of new product success.
Literature Review:
Previous research has shown that EO is a key determinant of firm performance, including innovation and new product development. EO is characterized by a set of entrepreneurial traits, including innovativeness, risk-taking, and proactiveness. These traits are essential for firms seeking to develop new products and stay competitive in the market.
Methodology:
The study uses a survey of 150 SMEs in the manufacturing sector to investigate the relationship between EO and NPS. The survey includes measures of EO, including innovativeness, risk-taking, and proactiveness, as well as measures of NPS, including product quality, market share, and customer satisfaction.
Results:
The results of the study show that EO has a positive and significant impact on NPS. Specifically, the study finds that entrepreneurial firms that are more innovative, risk-taking, and proactive in their approach to new product development are more likely to achieve success with their new products. The study also finds that the relationship between EO and NPS is mediated by product quality, with firms that are more innovative and proactive in their approach to new product development producing higher-quality products.
Conclusion:
The study provides evidence that EO is a critical factor in determining NPS in SMEs. The findings suggest that firms seeking to develop successful new products should focus on developing an entrepreneurial culture that encourages innovation, risk-taking, and proactiveness. The study also highlights the importance of product quality as a mediator of the relationship between EO and NPS.
References:
- Covin, J. G., & Slevin, D. P. (1989). Strategic management of small firms in hostile and benign environments. Strategic Management Journal, 10(1), 75-87.
- Lumpkin, G. T., & Dess, G. G. (1996). Clarifying the entrepreneurial orientation construct and linking it to firm innovation. Academy of Management Review, 21(1), 135-172.
- Wiklund, J., & Shepherd, D. A. (2003). Knowledge-based resources, entrepreneurial orientation, and the performance of small and medium-sized enterprises. Journal of Small Business Management, 41(3), 279-294.
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