Alkhalaf, T. and Al-Tabbaa, O. orcid.org/0000-0003-2669-4576 (2024) The Effect of Ability, Motivation, and Opportunities (AMO) on SMEs Innovation Performance. Creativity and Innovation Management, 33 (1). pp. 21-38. ISSN 0963-1690
Abstract
While there is extensive research on SMEs' innovation, limited attention has been given to the specific implications of HRM practices in fostering innovation in this sector. This represents a critical gap, considering the unique challenges faced by SMEs in managing their human resources. Accordingly, in this study, we developed and validated a conceptual model that evaluates the ability of SMEs to enhance their innovation and innovation performance through the adoption of HRM practices that relate to employees' abilities, motivations and opportunities (AMO). Data was collected through a survey of manufacturing SMEs in France. Overall, the findings contribute to the literature by shedding light on the mediating role of innovation between HR-enhancing practices and innovation performance in SMEs. In addition, the analysis highlights the importance of HRM practices in shaping workforce capabilities and influencing organizational performance. Moreover, it emphasizes the importance of structured HRM practices in attracting and retaining high-quality human resources, akin to larger companies. These findings have practical implications for SME owners, managers and policymakers seeking to foster innovation and enhance organizational performance in the SME context.
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Item Type: | Article |
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Copyright, Publisher and Additional Information: | © 2023 The Authors.Creativity and Innovation Management published by John Wiley & Sons Ltd. This is an open access article under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits use, distribution and reproduction in any medium,provided the original work is properly cited. |
Keywords: | ability, motivation and opportunity (AMO); human resource management (HRM); innovation performance; small and medium enterprises (SMEs) |
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Institution: | The University of Leeds |
Academic Units: | The University of Leeds > Faculty of Business (Leeds) > International Business Division (LUBS) (Leeds) |
Depositing User: | Symplectic Publications |
Date Deposited: | 09 Nov 2023 15:22 |
Last Modified: | 09 Dec 2024 14:42 |
Status: | Published |
Publisher: | Wiley |
Identification Number: | 10.1111/caim.12578 |
Open Archives Initiative ID (OAI ID): | oai:eprints.whiterose.ac.uk:205093 |