Small business consultants: improving the delivery of outside assistance

Article Abstract:

A model illustrating how small business consultants' services can be used most effectively was derived from an analysis of the literature published on the subject between 1976 and 1989. The superior performance of small businesses that employ consultants underscored the need for such a model. The model comprises effective outside services such as analysis and guidance which the consulting relationship channels to functional areas such as marketing; these functional areas then produce positive outcomes based on improved business performance.

Models, Services, Business consultants, Management consultants

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FASB damage control for small and medium-sized firms: a strategy to influence rule-making

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Small and medium-sized accounting firms can influence rules proposed by the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) in order to direct the outcome of proposed rules and to minimize the cost of the proposed rules on the firms. Large organizations can effectively lobby for themselves, but smaller firms can achieve substantial benefit through the use of representational lobbying organizations. The opportunities and benefits of using certain devices and strategies to influence rule-making via lobbyists are discussed.

Standards, Laws, regulations and rules, Accounting, Financial Accounting Standards Board

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Alliances and networks: cooperative strategies for small businesses

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A study of strategic alliances among small businesses is presented. The study was based oninterviews with 34 small business managers. Results show that such stragies generate improvements in the performance of small firms. These improvements areinfluenced by additional access to vital resources, market entry privileges andreduced risk. Firms which form alliances also exhibit profit increases.

Analysis, Strategic alliances (Business)

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