A network based business partnership model for SMEs management

Abstract

This paper presents a network-based business partnership model designed in order to achieve an extremely effective and lightweight management in the context of consultancy firms. The approach has been developed through over twenty years of operation and several trials and errors cycles, but only now has been formalized. The presented paper suggests new approach towards managerial design of company, indicates context and differences from conventional organizational structures. Start-ups, SME’s working in complex environment and participating in technology transfer process could benefit from provided insights and suggestions. The presented paper, we believe, contributes to development of theoretical foundations contemporary management.