Formation process of a dynamic capability : the case of a small international enterprise
The aim of this article is to analyze the way by which a small firm builds a dynamic capability in internationalization. To do this, we studied an industrial company with 10 employees. Our analysis shows that the company has built a dynamic capability in internationalization by developing its resources and capabilities through a process characterized by the frequency, the progressive internationalization and the success of the first steps of geographic expansion. We also highlight the factors that promoted the construction of the dynamic capability. Among them, we note the importance of managerial and organizational characteristics, but also the particularities of the industry.