The role of dynamic capabilities of exporting Smes in the uae on internationalization Success: the mediating effect of International entrepreneurial orientation

Abstract

Purpose: This study aims to analyze how international entrepreneurial orientation mediates the relationship between influential dynamic capabilities and the internationalization success of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the context of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Methodology: Adopting a quantitative approach, the researchers designed a questionnaire based on an extensive literature review and used structural equation modeling to ascertain the mediating role of international entrepreneurial orientation in the relationship between influential dynamic capabilities and SMEs' internationalization success. Findings: The findings of this study indicate that international entrepreneurship orientation mediates the relationship between dynamic capabilities and internationalization success, as the indirect impact value is greater than the direct effect value for the relationship. Because the existence of the mediator in the model has no significant impact on the model's direct effects, full mediation is the most appropriate mediation type. Originality/value: This study contributes to the literature by developing and testing a framework based on a comprehensive literature review to include different factors and their constructs that impact the potential internationalization of SMEs in developing economies. This study identifies and addresses a research gap regarding the relationship between internationalization and company performance among UAE Keywords Small and Medium Enterprises, UAE United Arab Emirates, CFA Confirmatory Factor Analysis, DC Dynamic Capabilities, EO Entrepreneurial Orientation, DCSZC Dynamic Seizing Capability, DCSEC Dynamic Sensing Capability.