It’s who you know: How political connections can inform strategic choices for emerging firms

Abstract

Purpose

This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies.

Design

This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context.

Findings

Political connections are crucial for firms when formal institutions have been reduced or upheaved. Whilst they play less of a part when institutional voids have been filled, political connections remain a strategic consideration of all firms operating in the market.

Originality

The briefing saves busy executives, strategists and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

Citation

(2019), "It’s who you know: How political connections can inform strategic choices for emerging firms", Strategic Direction, Vol. 35 No. 11, pp. 27-29. https://doi.org/10.1108/SD-08-2019-0155