An analysis of the relationship between approaches and technologies for information sharing and the competitive advantage obtained by SMEs.

Abstract

In the specialization project, the student carried out a review of the literature on how Web-enabled ERP systems can aid SME s in gaining competitive advantage. In the thesis, this topic will be investigated using empirical data gathered in the International Manufacturing Strategy Survey (IMSS) project to which IOT also has contributed. By analyzing the data from the IMSS data, the student will consider to what extent various propositions developed in the project thesis can be validated. Based on the results of the analysis, revised propositions will be developed.