A comparison of market entry strategies adopted by Information and Communication Technology (ICT) firms from major and emerging software exporting nations. (21st October 2009)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Kelly, Stephen; Harrison, Jennifer
• Is Part Of: International journal of trade and global markets. Volume 2:Number 3/4(2009)
• Page Start: 303
• Page End: 316
• Publication Date: 2009-10-21
• Subjects: local software economy -- clusters -- ICT firms -- information technology -- communications technology -- entry mode selection -- internationalisation -- market entry -- indirect effects -- software exports -- Australia -- Pakistan; International trade -- Periodicals; Globalization -- Economic aspects -- Periodicals; 382.05
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1742-7541

Abstract

This study examines the market entry practices of Australian and Pakistani Information and Communication Technology (ICT) firms and the proposition that Local Software Economy (LSE) maturity affects the selection of market entry practices. The question is significant as it is focused on an indirect effect – namely LSE maturity – on the adoption of market entry practices, with indirect effects being identified in recent literature as being significant and an area in need of further research. The findings provide support for the proposition, indicating that Australian and Pakistani firms, representative of firms operating in high and low maturity LSEs, respectively, adopt a range of different practices relating to international engagement, geographic focus, market entry strategies and international market offering.