Information Networks of SME in Non Metropolitan Quebec

摘要

This paper refers to Quebec non-metropolitan SME information networks. The latter are analyzed with respect to globalization taking into account an urban as well as rural localization. With regard to external resources, this study shows an absence of difference between exporting and non-exporting SME with the exception of sectorial organizations and governmental agencies whose resources are more utilized by exporting SME. Contrary to what it is generally thought, a rural localization has no negative effect on innovation. Actually, the main disadvantage these enterprises have to cope with is the isolation from Research centres. We can conclude that for the non-metropolitan SME, the differential Between rural and urban areas, concerning information networks and their impact on Innovation and exportations, has decreased very significantly in recent years.