Abstract
Purpose The purpose of this paper is to bridge the knowledge management (KM) and strategic business network literatures from the viewpoint of SMEs. Design/methodology/approach This paper presents a typology of KM and strategic business networks; thus the paper is based on a literature review and analysis. Findings The paper provides a typology of the strategic SME network types and their key KM challenges based on a synthesis of existing literature. Research limitations/implications It is suggested that longitudinal case studies of KM practices in strategic SME networks should be conducted. An empirical multi-case study has already been started. Originality/value The presented SME network typology can benefit SME managers facing networking and KM challenges. Besides, it is suggested that a common strategy should be developed for all types of networks to enable the creation of knowledge-based competencies and capabilities.
| Original language | English |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 597-608 |
| Number of pages | 12 |
| Journal | Management Research News |
| Volume | 30 |
| Issue number | 8 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 24 Jul 2007 |
| MoE publication type | A2 Review article in a scientific journal |
Keywords
- Business policy
- Knowledge management
- Networking