A survey of Chinese SMEs on plans, experiences and perceptions of global e-business
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Article Title | A survey of Chinese SMEs on plans, experiences and perceptions of global e-business |
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Article Category | Article |
Authors | Soar, Jeffrey (Author), Suder, Gabriele (Author) and Wu, Robert (Author) |
Journal Title | Journal of Art Media and Technology |
Journal Citation | 1 (1), pp. 32-46 |
Number of Pages | 15 |
Year | 2015 |
Place of Publication | Thailand |
Web Address (URL) | http://www.jamt.sisa.ssru.ac.th/index.php/JAMT1-1/article/view/6 |
Abstract | In 2013 a survey was undertaken of Chinese SMEs (Small to Medium Enterprises) to better understand their plans for and challenges in globalisation; the request to participate was distributed through a Chinese government- Aims: to better understand the plans, experiences and perceptions of Chinese SMEs in relation to international Background: given the rise of China in world trade and that China is the major trading partner of many countries Method: a survey instrument using Survey Monkey™ was developed and translated into Chinese characters. This Results and Discussion: The findings indicate there are many concerns of Chinese SMEs that responded to this survey and that there are a range of issues that impact on their participation in the global marketplace. There may be opportunities for both Chinese and overseas companies and agencies to address these concerns so as to facilitate a freer flow of commerce to mutual benefit. Conclusion: There is much to learn from the perceptions of Chinese SMEs to better assist e-commerce between Chinese SMEs and potential international partners to mutual benefit. The results of this research will be further |
Keywords | China; international business; survey |
ANZSRC Field of Research 2020 | 469999. Other information and computing sciences not elsewhere classified |
359999. Other commerce, management, tourism and services not elsewhere classified | |
Byline Affiliations | School of Management and Enterprise |
University of Melbourne | |
No affiliation | |
Institution of Origin | University of Southern Queensland |
https://research.usq.edu.au/item/q33x7/a-survey-of-chinese-smes-on-plans-experiences-and-perceptions-of-global-e-business
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