A new study from the 黑料网 (AUN) has revealed that a company鈥檚 ability to learn and share knowledge鈥攏ot just capital or location鈥攊s the most critical driver of business success in developing economies. Published in the SN Business & Economics journal, the research was co-authored by Theoneste Manishimwe, Fahad Abdulrahman, Ahmed Umar Alkali, and Lukman Raimi of AUN.
The study, titled 鈥淚nfluence of Organizational Learning Capability on the Competitive Advantage of Entrepreneurial Firms: A Resource-Based Perspective,鈥� focuses on Adamawa State鈥檚 growing food and beverage industry. It found that firms with strong learning cultures consistently outperform competitors by effectively acquiring and disseminating knowledge across all levels of the organization.
The research explains that businesses that actively seek new ideas, technologies, and market information鈥攁nd ensure that such knowledge flows efficiently between employees and management鈥攁re better positioned to seize emerging opportunities and respond swiftly to market challenges. This internal agility enables them to stay ahead of rivals while improving operational efficiency.
Drawing on data gathered from 255 managers, owners, and directors, the study provides a practical framework for business leaders in the region. It recommends investing in structured training programs, strengthening internal communication, and establishing management systems that reward adaptability and continuous improvement.
In a region where small and medium enterprises form the backbone of the economy, these findings present a clear roadmap for sustainable growth and competitiveness. The study reinforces that knowledge, when effectively managed and shared, can be just as valuable as any physical asset in driving long-term business success.
Reported by Halima A. Muhammad