Small and medium-sized enterprises in Greece: their social role, organizational perspectives and future development

Abstract

This paper deals with the present condition and prospects of Greek Small and Medium Sized Enterprises. Despite their satisfying performance until now, several major problems have been accumulated, inhibiting their broader function and further development. A need for their consideration and study at the macro-level is apparent and the creation of supportive small firm associations seems warranted, as a response to the present pressing demands of a turbulent economic environment. In this respect, the creation of a supportive organization for SMES, provided in the 1989-1993 Regional Development Plan of Attica within the framework of Community Support Fund, is considered as an indispensable first step toward this direction.