Joint ventures in russia: The experience of two small companies

Jim Hamill*, Alec Wersun

*Corresponding author for this work

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Abstract

There is an extensive literature on the role of joint ventures in international business. Most of this has focused on the involvement of multinational enterprises (MNEs) in establishing joint ventures in developing countries. Recent political and economic reforms in Eastern Europe have focused attention on joint venture opportunities in ex-centrally planned economies, including opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises. This paper examines the experiences of two small, family owned Scottish companies in establishing joint ventures in the largest of the East European countries, the Russian Federation. The cases highlight the important strategic and managerial issues involved in planning, negotiating and implementing joint ventures with Russian partners. Sensitivity to the business development needs of the host organization, the establishment of good personal relationships and flexibility are crucial to the joint venture process.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)17-34
Number of pages18
JournalJournal of East-West Business
Volume1
Issue number4
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 3 Jun 1996
Externally publishedYes

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Business and International Management
  • Geography, Planning and Development
  • Development

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