Along the lines of other works, this research tries to analyse which is the relativeweight of the set of industrial factors (industry effect) compared to that of the set of firminternal resources (firm effect) as regards the determination of firm profitability. Withthat aim, we have carried out...

Over the last few years, a new stream of research has emerged in the field of strategic management which focuses on the analysis of its microfoundations. This line of research analyzes strategic topics examining their foundations rooted in individual actions and interactions. The main purpose of...

This paper, which is part of a wider research process, identifies the categories of quality management, from the answers provided by those responsible for quality in 106 certified firms, in order to determine the importance of these categories, identify areas for improvement to progress beyond...

Many firms have started to realise the benefits of total quality management. In this respect, quality management improves internal and external quality management performance. This philosophy enhances customer satisfaction, employee satisfaction and increases business results. Therefore, the...