This paper is focused on the latest development of ISO 9000 family quality standards, Quality Management Systems (QMS) and how these relate with each phase of product lifecycle, within initial number of 50 small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) from Czech Republic. This paper also aims to...

Bioenergy is a vital component of the energy sector in Italy, contributing to the country’s commitment for reduction in green house gas emission and enhancing its self reliance on energy production. At the same time, however, there are risks that the bioenergy sector may generate negative...

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This presentation provides the comparative results of a project carried out by the Inter-American Development Bank to understand the links between innovation and employment in Latin America and the Caribbean. Special attention is paid to the importance of sectoral and size difference in both...

The paper analyzes the internationalization process of small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs), that comply with the Born Global concept. The internationalization process of Born Global enterprises distinguishes itself from the classic stage models of internationalization. The Born Global...

SMEs have a different bank financing structure from that of large companies and thus do not enjoy the same financing conditions. This article examines the main factors that explain the interest rates on loans to SMEs and highlights the impact of the 2008 financial crisis on credit pricing policies.

En este artículo se muestra la importancia del capital axiológico (valores éticos) para promover la sostenibilidadde la permanencia de las empresas en un mercado. Con base en una investigación desarrollada durante dos años de consulta de modelos teóricos y trabajo de campo, el artículo...