Research

What I Study, Why It Matters, and How It Connects to Real-World SME Challenges

Image: Author (2025) Introduction: SMEs in a Crisis-Prone Business Environment My research focuses on how small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Nigeria manage to keep going when faced with frequent and severe disruptions. These crises take many forms: economic downturns, sudden policy changes, currency fluctuations, shortages of raw materials, power outages, supply chain breakdowns, and […]
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A54 – Improving SME Resilience Through Sustainability and Digital Transformation Laura Jummai Peter-Azeez, Dr. Mohammad Mahdi, Professor Vadim Grinevich Faculty of Arts, Business and Social Sciences

Image: iStock Abstract This study investigates the resilience of Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) during times of crisis, with a particular focus on structured value chain analysis. Using a case study approach, data were collected from secondary sources and 51 semi-structured interviews with Nigerian SME owners and managers. Findings highlight the critical role of digitalisation […]
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