Impact of cooperation flexibility on innovation flexibility in SMEs

Research background: Flexibility has become a possible means for manufacturing companies to better compete in competitive markets. Furthermore, innovations are perceived as an important factor company strategy, which can differentiate the from competition. Purpose of article: This present study investigates problems cooperation flexibility and innovation among electrical engineering Czech Republic. The aim this paper is identify impact on small medium-sized companies. Methods: A questionnaire addressed SMEs form Likert scale was prepared gather information about flexibility. All parts were tested using Cronbach Alpha. Spearman correlation regression analysis used analysis. Findings & value added: results research show that external internal related SMEs. Results there positive relationship 1) between 2) business performance at findings contribute understanding flexibility, also performance. novelty lies its perception having two parts, namely (with suppliers customers) In addition, investigated fields, product, accompanying services products. view mentioned provides complex