This is an exploration of the internationalization of the service sector through an analysis of the international growth and development of UK business service firms. The author traces the evolution of service multinational organizational structures within the advertising, accountancy and computer services sectors. The analysis of the survey and case study evidence provides important insights into the process of internationalization among UK business service firms. A variety of organizational strategies and structures are identified and subjected to examination. Drawing on theoretical literature concerning international trade and investment, and the organization of the firm, a framework is developed within which the internationalization of business service firms can be understood. The wider relevance of this framework is considered and suggestions for further research are forwarded.
- ISBN10 1840141549
- ISBN13 9781840141542
- Publish Date 8 January 1998
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 30 July 2009
- Publish Country GB
- Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
- Imprint Ashgate Publishing Limited
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 320
- Language English