Interorganizational learning in networks of micro and small enterprises: an integrative look at the literature

Abstract

The main objective of this article is to systematize the knowledge produced on inter-organizational learning in networks of micro and small enterprises, contributing to the field of studies by presenting paths not yet explored in literature. The research adopted the integrative review, a bibliometric procedure that uses network analysis based on graphs and descriptive statistical analyses. The main results show that European authors developed most of the few existing publications on the subject, and their focus was on companies learning when participating in a cluster type network. The quotes used are anchored in studies of individual or organizational learning, which indicates the lack of specific studies on learning in networks.

Keywords:
Interorganizational learning; Networks of micro and small enterprises; Integrative review