Dijkstra, S. Gerhard

Kemp, Ron

Lutz, Clemens

English

Abstract Extant literature discusses a large number of different entry barriers that may hamper market efficiency or entrepreneurial activity. In practice several of these barriers cohere and stem from the same root. Factor analysis is used to identify the underlying dimensions of these barriers. 7 generic factors have been found that drive the system. In the literature a debate exists between scholars that stress the importance of structural and/or strategic barriers. This paper shows that in the perception of firms both types of barriers are important and argues that the effectiveness of strategic barriers depends on attributes of the market structure. Based on the seven generic factors, a conjoint analysis is carried out to identify the most important factors perceived by firms. The conjoint analysis shows that in particular the barriers rooted in three underlying dimensions require attention of market authorities as they may refrain new entrants from entry: finance, access to distribution channels and strategic action. Remarkably, government rules and regulations, product differentiation, R&amp;D and advertising constitute a minor entry problem according to the firms

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SME's perceptions regarding strategic and structural entry barriers

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SME's perceptions regarding strategic and structural entry barriers

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