scholarly journals Sectoral Effects of Intellectual Capital on Malaysian SME Business Performance

2019 ◽  
Vol 14 (3) ◽  
pp. 155-180
Author(s):  
Salwa Muda ◽  
◽  
Mara Ridhuan Che Abdul Rahman ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Human Capital ◽  
Intellectual Capital ◽  
Business Performance ◽  
Service Sector ◽  
Structural Model ◽  
Manufacturing Sector ◽  
Group Analysis ◽  
Relational Capital ◽  
Structural Capital ◽  
And Performance

This paper seeks to estimate and analyze the influence of intellectual capital elements on firm performance on Malaysian SMEs of two sectors, service and manufacturing. The research framework proposes relationships between intellectual capital elements; human capital, structural capital and relational capital and performance. Studies on examining the effects of intellectual capital on performance are growing, however, little is known about how the effects of intellectual capital on SMEs performance differs in different sectors. Questionnaires were delivered to managers and CEOs of SMEs as key informants of the firms to gather the data. A total of 153 usable data from both sectors were analyzed using the PLS-SEM technique through the measurement model, structural model and multigroup analysis (MGA). For the direct relationship, only the effects of human capital (HC) and relational capital on performance show significant results for the full and service sample. Meanwhile, human capital (HC) and structural capital (SC) were found to have significant effects on the manufacturing sector. The multi-group analysis further indicates that the relationship between relational capital and performance differs significantly and was stronger for the service sector. Keywords: intellectual capital, business performance, SMEs, service sector manufacturing sector

Intellectual Capital and Business Performance of Pharmaceutical Firms in Kenya

2019 ◽  
pp. 851-873
Author(s):  
James Mark Ngari
Keyword(s):  
Human Capital ◽  
Intellectual Capital ◽  
Business Performance ◽  
Strong Support ◽  
Relational Capital ◽  
Fit Indices ◽  
Empirical Results ◽  
Pharmaceutical Firms ◽  
Structural Capital ◽  
The Relationship

Intellectual capital is an investment in the organization and it is perceived to be a strategic resource and a source of competitive advantage. The purpose of this chapter is to test the relationship between intellectual capital and business performance of pharmaceutical firms in Kenya. The specific objectives are to determine whether human capital, structural capital and relational capital influence business performance of pharmaceutical firms in Kenya. The results indicate that human capital, structural capital and relational capital influence business performance of pharmaceutical firms in Kenya. Human capital and structural capital relationship strongly exist among the studied pharmaceutical firms and significantly influenced business performance positively. In addition, the study confirmed that human capital, structural capital and relational capital are dimensions of intellectual capital. The developed model confirm that the theory fitted data with fit indices above or below the required thresholds and the empirical results provided strong support for the model.

The impact of intellectual capital on SMEs’ performance in China

2019 ◽  
Vol 20 (4) ◽  
pp. 488-509 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jian Xu ◽  
Jingsuo Li
Keyword(s):  
Human Capital ◽  
Intellectual Capital ◽  
Manufacturing Sector ◽  
Operating Efficiency ◽  
High Tech ◽  
Relational Capital ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Structural Capital ◽  
Capital Efficiency ◽  
The Impact

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to explore and compare the extent of intellectual capital (IC) and its four components in high-tech and non-high-tech small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) operating in China’s manufacturing sector, and to examine the relationship between IC and the performance of high-tech and non-high-tech SMEs. Design/methodology/approach The study uses the data of 116 high-tech SMEs and 380 non-high-tech SMEs listed on the Shenzhen stock exchanges during 2012–2016. The modified value added intellectual coefficient (MVAIC) model is used incorporating four components, namely, capital employed, human capital, structural capital and relational capital. Finally, multiple regression analysis is utilized to test the proposed research hypotheses. Findings The findings of this paper reveal that there is significant difference in MVAIC between high-tech and non-high-tech SMEs. The results further indicate a positive relationship between IC and financial performance of high-tech and non-high-tech SMEs. Specifically, IC is positively associated with firms’ earnings, profitability and operating efficiency. Additionally, capital employed efficiency, human capital efficiency and structural capital efficiency are found to be the most influential value drivers for the performance of two types of SMEs while relational capital efficiency possesses less importance. Practical implications This paper will provide a valuable framework for executives, managers and policy makers in managing IC within the Chinese context. Originality/value To the best knowledge of the authors, this is the first empirical study that has been conducted on high-tech and non-high-tech SMEs in the manufacturing sector in China.

scholarly journals A STUDY ON THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN INTELLECTUAL CAPITAL AND BUSINESS PERFORMANCE IN THE ENGINEERING CONSULTING INDUSTRY: A PATH ANALYSIS

2007 ◽  
Vol 13 (4) ◽  
pp. 265-271 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chung-Fah Huang ◽  
Sung-Lin Hsueh
Keyword(s):  
Human Capital ◽  
Path Analysis ◽  
Intellectual Capital ◽  
Business Performance ◽  
Great Influence ◽  
Three Dimensions ◽  
Relational Capital ◽  
Structural Capital ◽  
Engineering Consulting ◽  
Consulting Firms

Engineering consulting firms, like other knowledge‐based enterprises, take intellectual capital as their most important asset embedded in the organisation. This research aims to analyse the correlation between intellectual capital and business performance. The questionnaire was sent to all Taiwan's engineering consulting firms, and 101 copies were collected. It was found that, among these engineering consulting firms, the structural capital and relational capital show better performance, while human capital has poorer performance. This is especially true for staff education and training. This indicates that there is still room for improving human resource management by engineering consulting firms. It is observed by path analysis that, among the three dimensions of engineering consulting firms’ intellectual capital, the human capital has a great influence on structural capital and relational capital. However, only relational capital has a direct influence on business performance. Human capital has an influence upon the business performance via the relational capital.

scholarly journals MULTIDIMENSIONAL AND COMPARATIVE STUDY ON INTELLECTUAL CAPITAL AND ORGANISATIONAL PERFORMANCE

2017 ◽  
Vol 18 (1) ◽  
pp. 84-99 ◽  
Author(s):  
Boris URBAN ◽  
Gabriël Coenraad Daniël Stoltz JOUBERT
Keyword(s):  
Human Capital ◽  
Intellectual Capital ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Relational Capital ◽  
International Studies ◽  
Organisational Performance ◽  
Knowledge Based ◽  
Structural Capital ◽  
Equation Modelling ◽  
And Performance

Intellectual capital (IC) as the knowledge‐based equity of organizations is increasingly recognised as an important value contributor to performance. By building on previous research, the study examines the IC components of human capital, structural capital and relational capital as they relate to organisational performance. Following past international studies, a model is developed and statistically tested. A survey is administered to firms across several industries and data is analysed employing structural equation modelling. Recognising that replications and extensions of IC studies are vital to knowledge development, comparisons with international studies are made. The results provide support for the hypotheses where relationships between the IC components and performance are evident. These findings suggest that it is crucial for an organisation to optimise the utilisation of its human capital for the sake of optimising its structural capital, which leads to higher performance. By positioning the study in terms of IC literature, the study offers the ability to compare the present study findings with similar findings across countries.

Intellectual Capital and Business Performance of Pharmaceutical Firms in Kenya

2017 ◽  
pp. 188-209
Author(s):  
James Mark Ngari
Keyword(s):  
Human Capital ◽  
Intellectual Capital ◽  
Business Performance ◽  
Strong Support ◽  
Relational Capital ◽  
Fit Indices ◽  
Empirical Results ◽  
Pharmaceutical Firms ◽  
Structural Capital ◽  
The Relationship

Intellectual capital is an investment in the organization and it is perceived to be a strategic resource and a source of competitive advantage. The purpose of this chapter is to test the relationship between intellectual capital and business performance of pharmaceutical firms in Kenya. The specific objectives are to determine whether human capital, structural capital and relational capital influence business performance of pharmaceutical firms in Kenya. The results indicate that human capital, structural capital and relational capital influence business performance of pharmaceutical firms in Kenya. Human capital and structural capital relationship strongly exist among the studied pharmaceutical firms and significantly influenced business performance positively. In addition, the study confirmed that human capital, structural capital and relational capital are dimensions of intellectual capital. The developed model confirm that the theory fitted data with fit indices above or below the required thresholds and the empirical results provided strong support for the model.

scholarly journals The Role of Intellectual Capital in Mexican Family-Based Businesses: Understanding their Soul, Brain and Heart

2007 ◽  
Vol 06 (03) ◽  
pp. 189-200 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rosa Nelly Trevinyo-Rodríguez ◽  
Nick Bontis
Keyword(s):  
Human Capital ◽  
Intellectual Capital ◽  
Business Performance ◽  
Intangible Assets ◽  
Family Businesses ◽  
Relational Capital ◽  
Structural Capital ◽  
Mexican Family ◽  
Family Based

This paper attempts to highlight a key source of intangible value (i.e., intellectual capital) for family-based businesses. By reviewing the merger and acquisition activity of four Mexican cases, an analysis of the consideration of various intangible assets is conducted. Consequently, we introduce the term intellectual capital in family businesses (ICFB) and define it as a sum of a set of quantitative and qualitative intangible assets affecting overall business performance. A metaphor for diagnosing the qualitative intangible assets for family businesses is then suggested encompassing a firm's soul (human capital), brain (structural capital) and heart (relational capital).

scholarly journals IDENTIFIKASI BUSINESS PERFORMANCE UKM DENGAN SKEMA KLASIFIKASI INTELLECTUAL CAPITAL

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 17
Author(s):  
Iqbal Arraniri
Keyword(s):  
Human Capital ◽  
Intellectual Capital ◽  
Business Performance ◽  
Positive Relationship ◽  
Relational Capital ◽  
Structural Capital ◽  
Main Components ◽  
Relationship Of ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
A Company

When a company tries to find a business performance formula that can become a new solution in order to maintain its survival, then it depends on how its ability to manage its assets. So this study aims to examine the relationship of three main components of Intellectual Capital and Business Performance from Bontis at al: Human Capital, Structural Capital, Relational Capital. Hypothesis testing is conducted on the positive relationship between Human Capital and Business Performance, the positive relationship between Structural Capital and Business Performance, the positive relationship between Relational Capital and Business Performance, and the positive relationship between Intellectual Capital (IC) and Business Performance. Data collection techniques using a questionnaire developed from IC sub-factors based on the Intellectal Capital Classification Scheme from Moon and Kym, given directly to respondents or managers / business owners with a sample of 30 companies, then the data collected was analyzed using the IBM 20.0 SPSS program. Positive inter-variable influences have been found accompanied by rejected hopothesis.

scholarly journals The Role of Green Intellectual Capital on Competitive Advantage: Evidence from Balinese Financial Institution

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (3) ◽  
pp. 227
Author(s):  
Anak Agung Putu Gede Bagus Arie Susandya ◽  
Putu Diah Kumalasari ◽  
Ida Ayu Ratih Manuari
Keyword(s):  
Human Capital ◽  
Competitive Advantage ◽  
Intellectual Capital ◽  
Financial Institution ◽  
Critical Factor ◽  
Research Field ◽  
Relational Capital ◽  
Innovation Research ◽  
Structural Capital

The purpose of this study is to analyze the role of green intellectual capital on competitive advantage of Lembaga Perkreditan Desa (Balinese Financial Institution). The study tested by using data collected from a sample of 120 respondents that were randomly picked from 35 Lembaga Perkreditan Desa in Denpasar. Findings suggested that green human capital, green relational capital, and green structural capital affect competitive advantage at 17.6%. Furthermore, green human capital and green structural capital had positive effect on competitive advantage. Meanwhile, green relational capital did not affect competitive advantage. The eco-friendly concept remains a critical factor to gain company’s competitive advantage. This study provides insight into green innovation research field.

Intellectual Capital and Business Performance in University Spin-Off Companies

2013 ◽  
pp. 215-224 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anna Szopa
Keyword(s):  
Human Capital ◽  
New Product Development ◽  
Intellectual Capital ◽  
Business Performance ◽  
Corporate Development ◽  
Structural Capital ◽  
Start Up ◽  
Managerial Knowledge ◽  
Main Activity

University spin-off companies are under many competitive pressures that necessitate ongoing innovation and new product development. Technological and managerial knowledge endowed to spin-offs at start-up largely determine their potential for success, since exploiting this knowledge is their main activity. This chapter discusses the issue of university spin-off companies with particular emphasis on the role of intellectual capital, as the new engine of corporate development and one of the great clichés of recent years. In addition, the study also analyzes the relationships between intellectual capital and the company’s performance. It highlights how various types of intellectual capital (human capital, structural capital, relational capital) are strategically important for innovative start-up firms.

Intellectual capital and knowledge generation: an empirical study from Colombian public universities

2020 ◽  
Vol 21 (6) ◽  
pp. 1053-1084
Author(s):  
John Salinas-Ávila ◽  
René Abreu-Ledón ◽  
Johnny Tamayo-Arias
Keyword(s):  
Human Capital ◽  
Intellectual Capital ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Public Universities ◽  
Knowledge Generation ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Relational Capital ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Structural Capital

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to provide empirical evidence on the relationships between the dimensions of intellectual capital (IC) and the generation of knowledge in public universities.Design/methodology/approachAn online survey was developed and administered in Colombia. A total of 209 researchers participated in the study. Data were collected through IC measurements concerning the research mission of the universities. Scientific publications from the respondents and the citations received were taken as proxies for the generation of knowledge. To test the hypotheses, structural equation modeling was used.FindingsHypotheses proposing a positive association between the dimensions of IC, namely, human capital, structural capital, and relational capital, and the generation of knowledge were tested. The findings highlight that human capital is indirectly and positively related to the generation of knowledge through relational capital, as well as through the path of structural capital-relational capital.Practical implicationsThe study suggests that directors of research at universities could improve the results of this activity by analyzing and understanding the dimensions of IC that contribute to the development of scientific capacities and the generation of knowledge.Originality/valueThis is one of the first studies that has examined the interrelationships between the dimensions of IC at universities and the generation of knowledge.

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