"This book provides a set of case studies to share empirical research on the Internationalization of Small and Medium-sized firms (SMEs) in the context of a globalized world, and considering a highly competitive international business setting."

"This book reviews applications of open innovation concepts and strategies for SMEs development by accommodating theoretical perspectives and case studies, covering open innovation in terms of policy, politics, economy, and culture"--Provided by publisher

"The goal of the book is a variety of perspectives on the conditions under which the Knowledge Economy concept -and the triple helix approach-- are of value for developing countries, and which adaptations are being applied to adjust to local circumstances."