The globalization of smaller agri-food firms: a decision-making framework tested through case research

Sterns, James A.; Peterson, H. Christopher

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“…Five of the six cases involve producers in different subsectors and one a retailer. In this paper, the food sector refers to all business classes involved in production, processing and delivery of food to end consumers (Sterns and Peterson, 2001). In fact, according to Fischer (2004), problems that occur in the international food business do not depend on business class, i.e.…”

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Internationalization patterns among speciality food companies: some Italian case study evidence

Testa

2011

British Food Journal

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PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to contribute to a better understanding of internationalization patterns among speciality food small to medium‐sized enterprises (SMEs), investigating dimensions that may have a bearing on such patterns, using a series of case studies. In particular the investigation seeks to gain new insights about differences among companies in their internationalization patterns. These differences are examined in a framework which tries to relate three company‐level dimensions (market, technology and space) to internationalization patterns. The three dimensions are derived from the constructs developed by Storper and Salais, and Straete.Design/methodology/approachTwo research questions (RQs) are formulated: Is there a relationship between the internationalization pace of speciality food SMEs and their technology, market, and space dimensions? Is there a relationship between the internationalization modes of speciality food SMEs and their technology, market, and space dimensions? A qualitative approach was adopted and cases from a broad dataset were used. The present research is an explorative research: it is intended to provide insights from which hypotheses might be developed.FindingsThis paper provides an empirical and conceptual contribution to the food internationalization debate. On the empirical side, it provides new evidence on speciality food internationalization, showing a rather diversified set of internationalization patterns, both in terms of pace and modes. On the conceptual side, it shows that the three dimensions of technology, market and space may help to enrich the comprehension of internationalization phenomena. While data collected seem not to provide insights from which hypotheses might be developed concerning RQ1, they seem on the contrary to provide useful insights concerning RQ2.Research limitations/implicationsLimitations of the research generally relate to the use of a small sample. Future research should strive to obtain larger samples, develop a set of relevant finer‐grained hypotheses and test those using appropriate statistical techniquesPractical implicationsIdentifying the impact that the three dimensions might have on internationalization patterns and vice versa may help to focus on these specific elements when companies make their internationalization decisions. On the same line, public policy agencies could benefit from these first results for better clustering companies targeting their internationalization supporting initiatives.Originality/valueThe findings add to the limited body of knowledge on the key influences on internationalization patterns within the food sector.

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“…(e.g. Sterns and Peterson, 2001). Subsidiaries and acquisition are usually mentioned as FDIs (Foreign Direct Investments).…”

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Internationalization patterns among speciality food companies: some Italian case study evidence

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2011

British Food Journal

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“…The growth of internationalisation in SC was witnessed (Christopher et al, 2006) in almost every industry, even in the food industry where localisation is rather strong in comparison with other industry (Sterns and Peterson, 2001;van Hoek, 1999). However, the research on food supply chain (FSC) and its internationalisation is still a "recent phenomenon" (Soman, 2008) and there are many opportunities for the food industry to benefit from SCM research and that are yet to be explored (Cunningham, 2001;Mena and Stevens, 2010).…”

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“…(Sterns and Peterson, 2001;Moreira, 2004;Bolling and Gehlhar, 2005). Moreira and Gerry (2003) observed three globalisation patterns of transnational food corporations: production-driven (Nestle, Unilever, Kraft Foods, Philip Morris, Nabisco, Dole, Del Monte, Chiquita, Cargill, etc.…”

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“…Several food firms, including multinational and small-/medium-scale food manufacturers, and multiple food retailers, have expanded globally through exporting and global sourcing activities, international joint ventures, foreign direct investment, merger and acquisition (M & A), etc. (Sterns and Peterson, 2001;Moreira, 2004;Bolling and Gehlhar, 2005). Moreira and Gerry (2003) observed three globalisation patterns of transnational food corporations: production-driven (Nestle, Unilever, Kraft Foods, Philip Morris, Nabisco, Dole, Del Monte, Chiquita, Cargill, etc.…”

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Exploring geographical dispersion in Thailand‐based food supply chain (FSC)

Kittipanya-ngam

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Gregory

2011

Benchmarking: An International Journal

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Purpose -The purpose of this paper is to explore the key influential factors and their implications on food supply chain (FSC) location decisions from a Thailand-based manufacturer's view. Design/methodology/approach -In total, 21 case studies were conducted with eight Thailand-based food manufacturers. In each case, key influential factors were observed along with their implications on upstream and downstream FSC location decisions. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews and documentations. Data reduction and data display in tables were used to help data analysis of the case studies.Findings -This exploratory research found that, in the food industry, FSC geographical dispersion pattern could be determined by four factors: perishability, value density, economic-political forces, and technological forces. Technological forces were found as an enabler for FSC geographical dispersion whereas the other three factors could be both barriers and enablers. The implications of these four influential factors drive FSC towards four key patterns of FSC geographical dispersion: local supply chain (SC), supply-proximity SC, market-proximity SC, and international SC. Additionally, the strategy of the firm was found to also be an influential factor in determining FSC geographical dispersion. Research limitations/implications -Despite conducting 21 cases, the findings in this research are based on a relatively small sample, given the large size of the industry. More case evidence from a broader range of food product market and supply items, particularly ones that have significantly different patterns of FSC geographical dispersions would have been insightful. The consideration of additional influential factors such as labour movement between developing countries, currency fluctuations and labour costs, would also enrich the framework as well as improve the quality and validity of the research findings. The different strategies employed by the case companies and their implications on FSC location decisions should also be further investigated along with cases outside Thailand, to provide a more comprehensive view of FSC geographical location decisions. Practical implications -This paper provides insights how FSC is geographically located in both supply-side and demand-side from a manufacturing firm's view. The findings can also provide SC managers and researchers a better understanding of their FSCs. Originality/value -This research bridges the existing gap in the literature, explaining the geographical dispersion of SC particularly in the food industry where the characteristics are very specific, by exploring the internationalization ability of Thailand-based FSC and generalizing the key influential factorsperishability (lead time), value density, economic-political forces, market opportunities, and technological advancements. Four key patterns of FSC internationalization emerged from the case studies.

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Internationalization of SMEs in high potential markets

Caiazza

2016

Trends in Food Science & Technology

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The globalization of smaller agri-food firms: a decision-making framework tested through case research

Abstract: International Food and Agribusiness Management Review 4 (2001) 133-148. doi:10.1016/S1096-7508(01)00063-5Received by publisher: 0000-01-01Harvest Date: 2016-01-04 12:23:32DOI: 10.1016/S1096-7508(01)00063-5Page Range: 133-14

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Internationalization patterns among speciality food companies: some Italian case study evidence

Internationalization patterns among speciality food companies: some Italian case study evidence

Exploring geographical dispersion in Thailand‐based food supply chain (FSC)

Internationalization of SMEs in high potential markets

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