Segmenting corporate exporting activities: Sporadic versus regular exporters |
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Authors: | Saeed Samiee Peter G P Walters |
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Institution: | (1) University of South Carolina, Columbia, USA |
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Abstract: | The primary focus of this study is an examination of differences between characteristics and activities ofsporadic andregular exporters. This mode of classifying exporting firms, which has not previously been studied in a rigorous fashion is shown
to be valid and has important policy implications. This classification is robust, with a high degree of convergent and internal
validity. The two groups are shown to be similar along several key dimensions of exporting behavior such as size, age, and
size of export orders. However, there are distinct differences with regard to such factors as initial market entry influences,
export profit margins, export distribution channels, and information use. These critical differences relate to dynamism and
level of exportmarketing activities undertaken. Conceptual, practical, and policy implications are discussed. |
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