Abstract
This article examines the role of R&D support in the degree of internationalization through the mediating mechanism of technological capability. We also investigate the moderating role of technological turbulence in the relationship between R&D support and technological capability. Using primary data collected from 227 firms engaged in cross-border activities, and employing moderated mediation analysis, the results show that R&D support positively relates to technological capability, and this relationship is moderated by technological turbulence. Moreover, the impact of R&D support on firms' degree of internationalization is mediated by technological capability. The findings from the study provide implications for IB theory and practice.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 251-262 |
Number of pages | 12 |
Journal | Thunderbird International Business Review |
Volume | 64 |
Issue number | 3 |
Early online date | 7 Mar 2022 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Jun 2022 |
Bibliographical note
Publisher Copyright:© 2022 The Authors. Thunderbird International Business Review published by Wiley Periodicals LLC.
Keywords
- Africa
- Ghana
- R&D support
- SMEs
- internationalization
- technological capability
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Geography, Planning and Development
- Political Science and International Relations
- Business and International Management