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The influence of commitment to social responsibility on social innovation : a qualitative study on Dutch small to medium enterprises
Arora, V. (2021) The influence of commitment to social responsibility on social innovation : a qualitative study on Dutch small to medium enterprises.
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| Abstract: | As evident from existing literature, there is an apparent need for a better understanding of how Small to Medium Enterprises (SME) engage in social responsibility and how their engagement affects innovation. In that regard, this study aims to explore the influence commitment to social responsibility has on social innovation in SMEs. A qualitative ‘multi-case study’ method was utilized to examine seven Dutch SMEs. Semi-structured interviews were used to collect data which was then analyzed to find similarities and differences between the cases by means of a ‘within case’ and ‘cross case’ analysis. Despite the limitations of a small sample size for interviews, the results still indicated that a commitment to social responsibility creates a socially aware and dedicated company culture within an SME. As a result, commitment to social responsibility leads to development of innovations which focus more on contributing to society rather than profit. |
| Item Type: | Essay (Bachelor) |
| Faculty: | BMS: Behavioural, Management and Social Sciences |
| Programme: | International Business Administration BSc (50952) |
| Link to this item: | https://purl.utwente.nl/essays/86675 |
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