International networking in dynamic internationalization capability: the moderating role of absorptive capacity

Michael Yao‐Ping Peng, Ku-Ho Lin · 2019 · Total Quality Management & Business Excellence

Summary. Small and medium-sized manufacturing firms that build international networks strengthen their dynamic internationalization capability and improve international performance. Absorptive capacity—a firm's ability to acquire and apply knowledge—enhances this relationship. The study of 211 firms shows that combining international exploration and exploitation strategies creates competitive advantage in global markets.

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Peng, M. Y., & Lin, K.. (2019). International networking in dynamic internationalization capability: the moderating role of absorptive capacity. Total Quality Management & Business Excellence. https://doi.org/10.1080/14783363.2019.1661239

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DOI: 10.1080/14783363.2019.1661239
Countries: China
Regions: Asia
Categories: innovation-networks, entrepreneurship, general-innovation
Added: 2026-04-28