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The impact of outsourcing on performance and competitive priorities among Malaysian SMEs

Halim, H. A. and Ahmad, N. H. and Ramayah, T. (2016) The impact of outsourcing on performance and competitive priorities among Malaysian SMEs. In: Managerial Strategies and Solutions for Business Success in Asia. IGI Global, pp. 157-175. ISBN 978-152251887-7

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Abstract

The objective of this research is to examine the influence of outsourcing on financial performance andcompetitive priories of Malaysian SMEs. A data sample of 100 SMEs was analyzed to examine theserelationships. The analysis was conducted via Partial Least Squares. Based on the findings, while outsourcinghas significant influence of SMEs financial performance in Malaysian context, outsourcingactivities do not have an impact on competitive priorities. Outsourcing approach emphasizing on theestablishment of core competitive advantage, allows Malaysian SMEs to get the numerous benefits suchas overall sales growth, market share, net profit, return on investment, and financial liquidity.

Item Type:Book Section
Uncontrolled Keywords:SMEs financial performance
Subjects:H Social Sciences > HF Commerce
Divisions:Razak School of Engineering and Advanced Technology
ID Code:74767
Deposited By: Haliza Zainal
Deposited On:26 Nov 2017 04:26
Last Modified:26 Nov 2017 04:26

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