How to improve internationalization between Israeli and Finnish Hi-Tech companies
Levin, Matan (2025)
2025
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https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-2025060219398
https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-2025060219398
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This thesis explores how Israeli and Finnish hi-tech companies can enhance international collaboration and overcome barriers to market entry. Although both countries are recognized as global innovation leaders, with strong startup ecosystems and dynamic high-tech industries, their cooperation remains relatively limited. Motivated by the author’s personal connection to both nations and a strong professional interest in the high-tech sector, the research aims to provide new insights and practical solutions for strengthening bilateral partnerships.
The research is constructive research based on a real-world internationalization challenge. The study applies a qualitative approach and is supported by a comprehensive literature review based on theories of internationalization, secondary data from public sources, Hofstede’s cultural dimensions, and interviews with stakeholders from both countries. In addition to its theoretical contribution, the thesis includes a development project: the creation of a practical business guide tailored to support Israeli Finnish high-tech collaboration. Using a co-development approach based on Lean Startup methodology, the guide was developed with user feedback to help companies navigate cultural differences, set mutual expectations, and align communication styles and work processes.
Key findings highlight complementary strengths between the two countries and emphasize the need for cultural alignment, institutional support, and strategic tools for successful cooperation. The study offers practical recommendations for companies in the high-tech sector and lays a foundation for future research and policy development in international business collaboration, aiming to provide a more integrated and strong innovation bridge between Israel and Finland.
The research is constructive research based on a real-world internationalization challenge. The study applies a qualitative approach and is supported by a comprehensive literature review based on theories of internationalization, secondary data from public sources, Hofstede’s cultural dimensions, and interviews with stakeholders from both countries. In addition to its theoretical contribution, the thesis includes a development project: the creation of a practical business guide tailored to support Israeli Finnish high-tech collaboration. Using a co-development approach based on Lean Startup methodology, the guide was developed with user feedback to help companies navigate cultural differences, set mutual expectations, and align communication styles and work processes.
Key findings highlight complementary strengths between the two countries and emphasize the need for cultural alignment, institutional support, and strategic tools for successful cooperation. The study offers practical recommendations for companies in the high-tech sector and lays a foundation for future research and policy development in international business collaboration, aiming to provide a more integrated and strong innovation bridge between Israel and Finland.