Routledge - Indonesia's Small Entrepreneurs: Trading on the Margins

Explore the unique socioeconomic and cultural landscape of small-scale business in Indonesia through this insightful study. Focused on Makassar, located on the eastern Indonesian island of Sulawesi, this book examines the specific relationships that define life for small entrepreneurs in this region. By introducing the 'small enterprise integrative framework', the text provides a fresh way to study small businesses in developing countries. This approach allows for a deeper look at both micro and macro levels of organization and operations. Readers gain a better understanding of how these businesses function within their specific environments. Through the application of this research framework, the book reveals important details regarding labor flexibility, networking styles, and cluster patterns. It is an essential resource for those interested in the economic history and business operations of developing nations, offering a detailed perspective on how small enterprises navigate and exist within their local markets.