
Overview
- Thoroughly reviews 40 years of research on early internationalizing firms
- Systematically analyzes 323 studies to clarify key themes and debates
- Clearly outlines a future research agenda for early internationalization
Part of the book series: International Series in Advanced Management Studies (ISAMS)
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This monograph offers a thorough review of four decades of research on early internationalizing firms, focusing on Born Globals and International New Ventures. It systematically examines 323 empirical studies, exploring the origins, evolution, and key themes within this field. The book covers the theoretical foundations, internationalization strategies, performance outcomes, and the impact of digital technologies on these firms. It also addresses ongoing debates and identifies areas where further research is needed, presenting a clear agenda for future studies.
Targeted at scholars, researchers, and advanced students in International Business, Entrepreneurship, and related fields, this monograph is an essential resource for understanding the complexities of early internationalization. It provides valuable insights into the international growth of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and the factors that influence their success in global markets.
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Rubina Romanello, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor of Management in the Department of Economics, Business, Mathematics, and Statistics at the University of Trieste, Italy. Dr. Romanello’s research focuses on International Business, International Entrepreneurship, and Technology Management, with particular interests in early internationalization, SME internationalization, Industry 4.0 and digital technologies, firm competitiveness and performance.
Maria Chiarvesio, Ph.D., is a Full Professor of Management at the University of Udine, Italy, where Dr. Chiarvesio teaches International Management and Marketing. Dr. Chiarvesio also serves as the Director of the Master in Digital Marketing. Her research encompasses SME evolution, local production systems, and the impact of digital technologies on business strategies and models.
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Book Title: Early Internationalizing Firms
Book Subtitle: A Journey Through Decades of Research
Authors: Rubina Romanello, Maria Chiarvesio
Series Title: International Series in Advanced Management Studies
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-80128-0
Publisher: Springer Cham
eBook Packages: Business and Management, Business and Management (R0)
Copyright Information: The Editor(s) (if applicable) and The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2024
Hardcover ISBN: 978-3-031-80127-3Published: 31 January 2025
Softcover ISBN: 978-3-031-80130-3Due: 14 February 2026
eBook ISBN: 978-3-031-80128-0Published: 29 January 2025
Series ISSN: 2366-8814
Series E-ISSN: 2366-8822
Edition Number: 1
Number of Pages: XIII, 210
Number of Illustrations: 1 b/w illustrations, 15 illustrations in colour
Topics: International Business, Business Strategy/Leadership, Small Business