The Italian "network contract" as an instrument of strategic development of small and medium-sized enterprises. An analysis of early experiences

Journal title ARGOMENTI
Author/s Selena Aureli, Massimo Ciambotti, Mara Del Baldo
Publishing Year 2011 Issue 2011/33
Language Italian Pages 30 P. 75-104 File size 900 KB
DOI 10.3280/ARG2011-033004
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This article investigates the first ‘network contracts’ signed by Italian firms by analyzing business networks’ dimensions, geographical areas and relevant economic sectors. With reference to the manufacturing industry it aims to understand whether this new legislative instrument is appropriate to sustain SMEs’ development and international competitiveness as expected by the Italian government. Searching for the presence and congruence of those elements considered necessary for inter-firm collaboration such as strategic objectives, operational programs, network organization and financial resources, it will be possible to understand how the network contract is really used and to appraise its effectiveness.

Keywords: Network contract, networking, inter-firm collaboration, competitiveness, SMEs

Jel codes: L14, L25, L52

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Selena Aureli, Massimo Ciambotti, Mara Del Baldo, Il contratto di rete come strumento di sviluppo delle piccole e medie imprese. Un’analisi delle prime esperienze in "ARGOMENTI" 33/2011, pp 75-104, DOI: 10.3280/ARG2011-033004