دانلود رایگان مقاله ترویج نوآوری در تجارت کوچک با شیوه کار با عملکرد بالا

Abstract

After firms experience initial success, leaders frequently turn their attention toward producing and selling their products or services more efficiently, likely at the expense of ongoing innovation. This seemingly prudent decision may unintentionally lead firms to become one-hit wonders, effectively limiting their potential success over time. To help prevent a firm’s early success from being its only success, small business executives should adopt practices that promote innovation yet don’t come at substantial cost given limited financial resources. Focusing on the positive influences of ability, commitment, and feedback, we propose a system of high-performance work practices (HPWPs) as an economical means of encouraging innovative behavior that allows for efficiency without losing an emphasis on creativity and entrepreneurial action. This article outlines and discusses nine specific HPWPs targeted for smaller businesses that are expected to promote and fully realize the potential of employees as the driving force for innovation and sustained success.

4. Final remarks

Developing an innovation-oriented organization is a challenging exercise in balance, but potentially rewarding if successfully implemented (Sarkees & Hulland, 2009). It requires the commitment of savvy organizational leaders who are willing to focus on the strategic use of the organization’s resources to cultivate a supportive atmosphere that empowers and motivates employees to take action toward current and future firm success. Upon his return to revitalize Apple back in 1998, Steve Jobs noted (Kirkpatrick, 1998): ‘‘Innovation has nothing to do with how many R&D dollars you have. It’s not about the money. It’s about the people, how you’re led, and how much you get it.’’ We concur. SMEs need to recognize the important role innovation plays in ongoing success, value their employees as the primary source of innovation, and invest in those resources by creating an environment that stimulates and sustains innovative outcomes. The HR practices we suggest here represent such an investment, and if executed well can motivate and reward innovative employees while developing a supportive environment that empowers them to take action toward current and future firm success.