The Competitive Edge: A multiple case study to explore how accounting firms in Kalmar County differentiate themselves and how they are expected to change in response to future market trends and challenges
2024 (English)Independent thesis Advanced level (degree of Master (One Year)), 10 credits / 15 HE credits
Student thesis
Sustainable development
Not refering to any SDG
Abstract [en]
This master thesis examines how accounting firms in Kalmar County differentiate themselves and are expected to change in response to future market trends and challenges. Through qualitative interviews with accounting consultants from micro and small accounting firms, this study highlights strategies like personalized services, technological advancements, continuous professional development and community engagement. Looking ahead, these firms are expected to further integrate technology, enhance digital interactions, focus on continuous learning, and adopt flexible billing models. The findings contribute to the Resource-Based View (RBV) and Service-Dominant Logic (SDL) by showing how personalized services and client relationships serve as competitive advantages. Practically, the study underscores the importance of technology investment, continuous learning, and local engagement for small and micro-sized firms.
Place, publisher, year, edition, pages
2024. , p. 63
Keywords [en]
Accounting Consultants, Accounting Firms, Micro and Small Enterprises, Kalmar County, Differentiation, Market Trends, Market Challenges
National Category
Business Administration
Identifiers
URN: urn:nbn:se:lnu:diva-129635OAI: oai:DiVA.org:lnu-129635DiVA, id: diva2:1861571
Subject / course
Business Administration - Other
Educational program
Leadership and Management in International Context, Master Programme, 60 credits
Presentation
2024-05-23, Magma 1066, Universitetsplatsen 1, 392 31, Kalmar, 14:00 (English)
Supervisors
Examiners
2024-06-192024-05-282024-06-19Bibliographically approved