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Innovation in microenterprises in the 21st century: a systematic literature review

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  • Anneli Bäck
  • Matti Muhos
  • Peetu Virkkala

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This study presents a systematic literature review of innovation in microenterprises between 2000 and 2022. Despite their potential for economic growth and even though the number of studies on microenterprise innovation has recently grown microenterprises remain an under-researched topic. Therefore, an overall analysis of what has already been found by earlier studies on the innovation in microenterprises could benefit the field. The study summarises the findings of 105 articles meeting the inclusion criteria. The 14 themes found by the thematic analysis are integrated into a framework which links the antecedents, external resources and internal processes of innovation together with capabilities and innovation outcomes. The study points out measures for enhancing innovation and sustainable growth of microenterprises. In addition, it suggests policy recommendations and directions for future research.

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  • Anneli Bäck & Matti Muhos & Peetu Virkkala, 2024. "Innovation in microenterprises in the 21st century: a systematic literature review," International Journal of Innovation and Learning, Inderscience Enterprises Ltd, vol. 36(1), pages 72-97.
    • Handle: RePEc:ids:ijilea:v:36:y:2024:i:1:p:72-97
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